Lucy's p.o.v

It was Christmas Day and I woke up in my old room in my parents house back in Holmes Chapel. Harry and I arrived here two days ago and we hadn't planned how long we were going to stay. It was just nice spending time with the families. All though mine isn't the same, never will be. This was our first Christmas without Tyler, and it hurt in every bone in my body.

I had been out on a walk with Harry for a couple of hours and came back in time for dinner. Or so I thought. The house was quiet and dark when I came home. ''Mum? Dad?'' I knocked on their bedroom door and my dad's head popped out. ''Mum's not feeling alright, honey. It's too much for her with your brother not being here. I hope you understand'' he gave me a quick kiss on my forehead before closing the door again. With tears building in my eyes I made my way outside, not really sure what I should do. I guess Christmas is cancelled at my house. I ended up knocking on Harry's door. ''Poppet? What's wrong?'' Anne frowned when she opened the door, she pulled me in to a hug just as the tears started to fall. ''It's hard for them, Poppet. Just give them some time'' she already knew about my parents. They had grown close through the years, they were after all neighbors. I guess I just didn't know it was this bad. ''You alright, baby?'' I let go of Anne when I heard Harry's concerned voice. He walked over and gave me a bone crushing hug. ''I'll set the table for one more'' Anne winked at me and walked out to the kitchen. ''What happened?'' Harry pulled away but didn't let me go, ''guess Christmas is cancelled at my house'' I shrugged and gave him a weak smile. He gave me a quick nod, ''they will get through it. Now come on, Gemma's gonna be thrilled when she sees you'' Harry wiped away my tears before walking me in to the living room.

I loved the Styles' family's house, it was always warm and welcoming. Hanging over their open fire were Christmas stockings with Gemma and Harry's names on them, just like when they were little. ''Hi Lucy, didn't know you were gonna be here'' she stood up and gave me a tight hug. ''This is my fiance Tom'' she introduced me to a handsome man in his early thirties. I was so glad Gemma finally found someone worthy of her time. ''Hello, I'm Lucy. Harry's girlfriend'' I smiled and shook his hand. ''Hello dear'' Harry's stepdad Robin came from the kitchen and gave me a hug before walking back again. Harry pulled me down beside him on the couch and started playing with my hand. ''How's school going?'' Gemma asked while playing with her engagement ring. It was so beautiful. ''School's great. I start my last semester in January'' I said with a smile, ''she's been doing so good. Always studying this one, my smart girl'' Harry said making Gemma and I laugh. ''So how are you doing since Tyler's passing?'' this is what I like about Gemma, she's never afraid of asking the questions, everyone's kind of been on their tippy toes with me but she was so straight forward. I loved it. ''I'm doing good. But that's all your brother's work'' I looked over at Harry with a smile. I still can't believe this perfect human being is mine. That I'm the one he loves. ''I haven't done anything, I've just been there'' Harry shrugged, ''exactly. You've been there'' I smiled again. ''Dinner's ready'' Anne yelled from the kitchen and we all stood up. I held Harry back when Gemma and Tom went to the kitchen, ''I hope you realize I'm so very grateful for you'' I whispered and he pulled me in of a hug. ''Come on lovebirds'' Gemma said as she walked back to us.

''And this is from me to you'' Harry said after opening my gift for him. A Rolex watch. What do you even give to someone who has everything and can get everything they want? I have the same dilemma every year. I was given a white envelope that had my name on it. I carefully opened it and let out a gasp. ''We're going to Paris for New Years?'' I said as I looked at the two plane tickets in my hands. ''I know you've been dying to go to Paris since you're always missing it when One Direction's been there. So I thought why not'' Harry grinned and I leaned in for a hug, ''thank you, you're the best Harry'' I gave him a quick kiss on the lips before leaning back on his chest.

Anne and Robin had gone to bed and Gemma and Tom were off doing something. Harry and I were still cuddled up in the living room on the couch. ''I miss him'' I whispered, ''Tyler?'' ''uh-huh'' I answered and felt a single tear fall. Harry hugged me tighter and I breathed in his scent. I wonder if he knows it helps me so much only to be held by him.

Notes

Sorry this chapter sucks.

Anyways, loved the picture of Louis and Freddie! I'm honestly so so so happy for him :)
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