All Again

CHAPTER THREE
BECCA

Then.
It was three days later when we shuffled out of Colgate University ready to begin our Christmas vacation.
By now, Kelsey was regretful.
"I still don't understand why we can't wait a couple more days." she groaned beside me in the taxi.
I rolled my eyes. Christmas Eve was in two days and our plane tickets were already non-refundable. Plus, they were cheap!
We were taking a Red-Eye flight and would be in California by 5am.
"You can see Bobby when we get back. Jeez, don't be so damn thirsty!"
She giggled and stuck her tongue out at me.
"Shut up. He's hot!"
He's hot.
He's sexy.
He's all I've been hearing about for the last five days. Since their Starbucks flirtations turned into to a full on hookup, I hadn't heard anything else but.
"You're whipped." I said. "And not in a good way."
We got to La Guardia airport quickly and we lazily moved through the terminals. Any other time, we would probably be sleeping right now-at least I would be.
I clutched my pillow that I was carrying on the flight and held it close to me. As soon as I was on that plane, I would be asleep.
Kelsey walked beside me, scrolling through her phone and then I saw it in the distance...
NO.
You have got to be kidding me.
I must have said this out loud, because Kelsey looked up.
"What?" she said and then looked up. In the distance, where we were heading, was a cluster of people, and there, once more, was the hobo.
This couldn't be real life.
"Ohmigod!" Kelsey said, clutching her suitcase and darting.
"Kelsey!" I screamed, chasing after her.
We looked like madwomen, as our suitcases flailed to the side behind us; whipping back and forth and hitting the ground loudly.
"I'm not missing my opportunity this time!"
"It may not even be him!" I said breathless behind her. But it was. I could see his tall frame, and the same damn outfit he had on before.
Didn't he own any clothes?
He was stopped for now, posing for pictures and this time he had security. Some looked to be his personal security, but he also was surrounded by two of New York City's finest.
"Harry!" 'Kelsey screamed and I could have passed out right there.
His head moved in our direction and immediately his security tensed on guard. Kelsey didn't care, continuing to run, but I slowed.
I'm. Not. With. Her.
Security put their hands up to stop her as she finally closed the space and gap between them and I continued my calm walk.
I'm normal...see...
"Can I get a picture?" I heard her ask.
"We have to keep moving." Security said.
She dropped her suitcase-fucking slammed it- and put her hands up in a plea, begging.
"It'll be quick! I promise."
The other fans around her- who had their pictures already- lingered and continued to crowd him.
Without saying a word, the Harry guy smiled and opened his arms so she could get a picture.
Then, it was my time to shine.
"Becca!" Kelsey yelled. "Come take this picture."
I tried to ignore her and pretend I didn't hear her. I was beyond embarrassed.
"Becca!" she screamed again. "Hurry up!"
Security around him, began to shift Harry to keep moving, and he put his hand up stopping them.
"It's okay." he said and glanced at me as I approached them.
He was British? That accent was unmistakable.
Kelsey practically threw the phone at me, hitting me in my chest and smiled widely.
I was embarrassed and pissed, but she looked adorable and so happy to be meeting him.
I fumbled nervously with the phone, trying to activate the camera on her Iphone--I was an Android user- and looked at them.
Kelsey was still cheesing and Harry was now smiling as well.
He looked amused again, like at Starbucks five days earlier.
I didn't have much time, so I broke the eye contact and lifted the phone, finally getting it working.
"On three." I said.
I quickly mumbled the countdown and took the picture. Harry smiled widely and Kelsey was in Heaven. It was a pretty nice picture; despite his Packers apparel and hood on his head.
Meanwhile Harry pulled away.
"Got it?" he asked and I melted. I was a sucker for British accents.
I nodded and Kelsey broke away as well.
"Thank you so much."
He nodded to her. "Anytime."
And then suddenly made his way over to me.
What the hell was he doing?
He outstretched his arms and suddenly I realized what he must have thought.
"Oh no, I don't need one." I said quickly placing my hands up. He instantly halted, and everyone's eyes fell on me. I guess I did look like a crazy person.
"You don't want a picture?" he asked to clarify.
I nodded no.
"Oh okay." Harry said and grinned widely.
"Becca!" Kelsey whispered harshly in disbelief.
"Sorry?" I offered to Harry since I was sure I sounded pretty rude.
"No worries." he said and laughed.
And then as quickly as he had appeared, he seemed to leave. It took only seconds for his security to pull him away and the trail of teenage (and college) girls to follow him.
Kelsey just looked at me in disbelief as I grabbed my bag.
"I can't believe you." she said. "Who is this alien and where is my friend?"
I smiled.
"Come on, pick up your things! We have a flight to catch." I said, already determined to move on from the encounter.
"You're freaking insane." Kelsey said picking up her luggage.
Maybe I was, but what was his picture going to do for my life? Years down the road I was sure no one I knew would even care we had met.
"You just met Harry Styles and you didn't even care." she mumbled continuing to look at me in disbelief.
I just shrugged. I didn't get the hype. She was just dramatic and we had a plane to catch.
***************
I quickly caught up.
Two hours into our flight, with Kelsey's mouth in my ear, and the most uncomfortable plane seat EVER, my fingers found their way to Google.com.
I got the quick basics on my Ipad.

HARRY STYLES
Born: February 1, 1994 (age 20), Redditch, United Kingdom
Nationality: English
Music Group: One Direction (Since 2010)
Parents: Desmond Styles, Anne Cox
Siblings: Gemma Styles.

A series of songs followed and to my lovely left, the latest new articles.
Is Harry Styles dating Victoria's Secret Beauty Nadine Leopold? was the top article.

Hmm. Curiosity piqued. I clicked the link and saw the blond from a few days earlier. They hadn't seemed too cozy to me, but it made sense.
I continued my small browse and soon came across Youtube videos, Twitter accounts and just way too much information on the kid.
I had to admit, he was very handsome and had delectable green eyes.
For a moment, I did regret turning down his picture, but things happened for a reason and I was okay with that. Besides, I had Kelsey to remind me of the memory for many years to come I was sure.
So when I finally shut my phone, and laid my head back on the seat and attempted sleep, my mind instantly cleared of all things Harry. I had more important things to focus on.
I threw good vibes into the universe for him and the rest of One Direction and let it be.
Have a nice life guys. May it be merry.
But I had no idea that soon I would be joining it.

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