Seeing that I'm done with my conversation, Lily comes up to me and asks if we should go get a quick bite to eat before the show starts. Nodding happily, we head off to catering.
As we are walking I can't help but think how much fun this tour will be, and I really can't wait to experience all this with Harry. I always loved hearing about his tour stories in One Direction, and sadly I never got to actually experience the tour life. Smiling to myself, I think how proud I am of him, and can't wait to see what the rest of his career will look like.
I'm stopped in my tracks when I feel an arm pulling at me, saying "Earth to Avery? Hello?"
"Oh sorry Lil. I was just thinking." I say
"About the boss man?" she says wiggling her eyebrows
Much to her surprise I respond, "Actually yes. I'm actually just so happy to be here and get to experience this with him you know"
"I know Av. You genuinely seem so much happier with him in your life, Just be careful okay? I don't want to see you get hurt again." she says looking me straight in the eyes.
"I am so much happier." I say knowing I very well could still get my heart broken, but knowing he is worth the risk.
Walking into the designated area for catering, I see Sarah and Mitch, sitting down enjoying their food. "Come sit with us when you've served yourselves." Sarah tells us, to which we both nod in response.
Grabbing our plates of food, we head over to sit with Mitch and Sarah.
"So is everyone excited for tonight?" I ask after swallowing one of my chips.
"No doubt it's gonna be amazing." Mitch says, to which Sarah adds "The shows we've done so far have had crazy energy, I can't imagine how fun tonight's gonna be."
"Yeah, I really haven't been to one of Harry's concerts in forever, you know besides the few times he's performed now. So I'm actually excited to see how fans react to the setlist." I say back. The conversation continues to flow, as we all continue to eat and discuss the tour and what we are most looking forward to.
In the middle of the conversation I see a message pop up on my screen.
H: Hey baby, come by my dressing room when you're finished eating 5:55pm
Avery: Okay, see you in 5 5:55pm
Standing up, I grab my plate, and before I can say anything Sarah asks "Harry I'm assuming?"
Blushing slightly, "Yeah, I think he just wants a little company before the show." I say, knowing he always wants a cuddle when he's nervous. It's something we've been doing long before we even dated. Bidding them goodbye, I place my plate in the pile, thank the catering team for the food and head over to H's dressing room.
Seeing as his door is closed, I knock on the door, wanting to announce myself, but knowing I can just go in. As I walk in the door, there he is, laying face down on the couch just in his underwear. Turning his head to the sound of my voice, I quickly walk over to him, crouching down near his head.
"Everything good baby?" I say, reaching to rub his arm.
Smiling slightly, he murmurs "I love when you call me that."
Not knowing what to respond to that, I quickly signal him to turn fully to his side, so I can lay with him.
"Are you sure you're okay Harry? It's okay to be nervous." I say gripping onto his forearms, so I don't fall off the couch.
"I know, it's not that I'm nervous about being on stage, it's just weird to be on there by myself." he says, moving slightly so I'm laying mostly on top of him.
"I know. It'll take time to get used too, but you were made for the stage, and I know the boys are so proud. We all are." I say, looking him in the eyes.
"You always know what to say don't you?" he replies back, moving a strand of my hair behind my ear.
"Yes, I do. Now cuddle me." I say making him laugh.
We stay like this for about an hour, talking about everything and nothing at the same time. When it is time for him to get ready, we both unravel from the couch, but not without a small kiss.
Putting on a beautiful floral Gucci suit, he looks at me and asks "Does it look okay?"
"It's perfect." I say reaching over to fix the collar of his shirt.
Knowing he needs to meet the band outside for their usual pre-show pep talk, he looks at me and says "Thank you." placing a kiss to my lips before grabbing my hand, and walking out.
I take a few pre show pictures of the band, before Harry calls all them to huddle and starts giving his preshow speech. "I really cannot thank each and everyone of you for being here, for being a part of this special night, and helping me bring this album that I am so proud of to life every single night for the next year. I know tour life can be hard, but we are a family, and we can do this together. Let's give our best tonight and every night." he says wiping a tear that's fallen, before saying "Hands in, Live on Tour on three."
"1, 2, 3, LIVE ON TOUR." they all yell simultaneously.
The band starts to walk out onto the stage, as Harry's intro is playing. Jeff gives Harry a quick hug and tells him good luck, before Harry turns to me and gives me a hug. No words are needed to express what we both feel in the moment, instead I place one last reassuring kiss to his lips, before he walks out to join the band on stage.
I quickly move to the pit area of the venue, making sure not to miss Harry's big entrance. Nonetheless, as the beat of Ever Since New York starts to play, the crowd goes wild as Harry starts to sing. I swear that there really is no better energy than at his concerts, everyone is just so happy, Harry is so happy and I cannot believe I get to see the love of my life live out his dreams.
A/N: Tour has officially started! Any predictions as to what gonna happen next? Don't be a silent reader, comment and vote please. Hugs, d <3
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