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"Feeling used
But I'm
Still missing you
And I can't
See the end of this
Just wanna feel your kiss
Against my lips
And now all this time
Is passing by
But I still can't seem to tell you why
It hurts me every time I see you
Realize how much I need you"

~I Hate You, I Love You by Gnash

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5 years later…
Anna’s Pov

It’s been 5 fucking years. 5 fucking years since Emerson, my daughter, was born. 5 fucking years since he left. I angrily pulled at the weeds in the back garden while Emerson was off playing with Harry and Amanda.

Harry has been keeping his promise to Louis. Every so often he would check up on Emerson and I asking if we’re fine, but in reality i’m not. Would you be ok for your love of your life to leave you for god know what amount of time?!

My thoughts were caught off when the doorbell rang. It’s probably Harry or Amanda dropping off Emerson. I head towards my ringing door to reveal a very happy Amanda and an always adorable Emerson.

Emerson immediately ran inside to go play with her many, and I MANY different toys. I reach over to give Amanda a hug. We’ve gotten close over the past five years… I usher her in and asked if she wanted tea.

When she declined, we both headed to the couch. We were seated when she squealed out of nowhere. “What’s wrong?!” I frantically searched over her to see if she was bleeding or hurt.

“Nothing. It’s just..” She pauses, looking down, “Harry proposed to me yesterday and of course I said yes.” She looks up at me with gleaming eyes.

“That’s amazing! Where’s Harry by the way?” I forgot to mention, I moved out a couple months after I had Emerson. I just needed to situate myself in a place where I could call it mine.
“He’s fine. He’s at home working on a few things. How are-” She was caught off when Emerson yelled for me to come to the garden.

I frantically ran to the back garden where I come across someone talking to Emerson. The mysterious person was crouched down with their back to me. I grab the shovel nearby and get in position.

“Who are you?” The person didn’t respond.

“Mommy! He says he’s daddy!” She continues playing with mystery person.

“I swear! Liam, if it’s you, get away from her!” I raise voice warning him. In the process, I scare Emerson causing her to run to Amanda, who’s behind me.

The person slowly gets up with his hands in the air. He turns around slowly to face me. I felt my heart stop for second, I drop the shovel and cover my mouth. I let out loud sobs when I saw the person.

“Hello love.” Louis looked sincere with his arms open expecting a hug.

I run into his arms, immediately feeling at home. I’ve missed this feeling everyday and night. Wishing I could feel it again, and now my wish was granted.

Louis wraps his arms around me while stroking my hair. I felt a tug at my dress I was wearing. I separate from Louis and turned around to find Emerson looking up at me. I bend down to pick her up.

“Is he daddy?” She looks into my eyes, displaying a confused, but curious look.

“Yes. Yes he is.” She turns to Louis and smiled at him.

She reached over for Louis could carry her. He hesitated at first, but obliged her request. I’ve always dreamed of this moment, and it finally happened. The moment was cut short when I realized I needed to ask an important question.

“How did you escape?” Louis let Emerson down and ushered her to Amanda.

We sat on patio chairs nearby. He grabs my hands, “Anna, I didn’t escape. I learned about Liam and Adrian brainwashing Luke, Michael, Calum, and Ashton to believe you were the enemy.” He paused, so I could soak up the new information. “We made a plan and we succeeded. For what I know, they boys are somewhere in hiding and Liam and Adrian are unconscious somewhere.” I didn’t know I was crying until Louis wiped a tear from cheek. He embraced me in a hug, comforting me. “Don’t worry I’m not going anywhere.” He quietly stroked my hair while sobbed violently into his chest. When I calmed down, I separated from him. “We should get ready.”

“Ready for what?” I questioned him.

“I wanted to take everyone out for dinner, but first I need to inform them I’m here.” He grabs my hands. “They still leave here, right?” I chuckled at his stupidity. “I’ve missed your laugh.” He strokes my cheek with his thumb.

“I’ve missed you in general,” leaning into his touch, “and yes they still live here.” He smiles slightly.

We look into each other’s eyes for god knows how long until we decided to head inside. “We should get going.” Offering his hand whilst standing up. I gladly accept it and head inside with him.

Notes

Hey Guys!
I just noticed how bad the chapters in the beginning were! xD
Hopefully I've gotten better.
Goodnight! Or.. Good morning!
Depending where you are.
Comment below where you're at right now.
I'm in Florida and it's hot af!
Bye!
~Amanda