Touring and New Friends- Chapter 12
(A/N: hey guys I just realized I made a mistake with Ariel's age in the past few chapters since Chapter 9. Ariel is 17 years old & the Halloween party was for 17 and above. Sorry for mix up.)
Louis's POV: (A/N: Ah!! First time doing Lou! :D)
It's been 2 days since we found out the truth. I still can't believe anything though. Who would've thought that A was actually Rockin' Ariel and that Rockin' Ariel was actually Harry's old childhood friend? Honestly that's a lot to take in. When she first told us I was utterly confused. I acted like I understood, but I didn't. It wasn't until later that night that everything did make sense. It made sense why Liam never told us. It made sense why she didn't want us to know. It made sense as to why Hazza and her severed their friendship.
I wonder why Uncle Simon didn't tell us about the talent show though. He told us he had a project going on, and that it was successful so far. I'm pretty sure he meant Ariel because every time we asked him, he would only smile and say that she is wonderful for someone who didn't come out in the X Factor. Quite honestly, she's amazing.
The other day when we met Ariel, or more like got reintroduced to her, I couldn't help but notice Hazza get a gleam in his eyes. It was as if his world got lit up a thousand times more. I noticed the same thing with Ariel. Every time she blushed when Hazza would be his flirty self and also when he put his arm around her waist when she was telling us about her best friend forever Penelope. I admired the way she was able to smile and tell us all about her without crying. It's obvious that she misses her, but that she's quite happy that she made new friends. Hazza told me when we went to the park that he wanted to win her heart. He said he had a huge crush on her when they were kids and now, the crush returned. I think Ariel knew what he was saying, or planning, because she got this look on her face as though she's making a plan of her own. It was funny to see that she was playing hard to get the other day.
I'm starting to like Ariel a lot, but only in a brotherly way. I'm quite sure the lads feel the same way. Niall adores her, but in a best friend and brotherly way. I still remember when he told us that he wanted to help her because she looked so broken. Now she doesn't seem broken. She looks like a new person. I found a picture of her and Danielle and Liam on Liam's phone from the day that they first met each other. Ariel looked so fragile and broken. She looked as though any little thing could harm her. Now she looks anything but fragile.
Hazza has been telling me more and more about his plan. He says its foolproof, but honestly he has to notice that it doesn't matter whether the plan is foolproof of not. The only thing that matters is that he knows how to control himself. Hazza is a really nice person, but the problem with him is that when he gets mad, it's quite scary. He better not do anything idiotic to ruin his chances with her.
Currently we are in the stadium doing last minute rehearsals. The lads and I are working on our performance, while Ariel is in the audience tuning Star and going over last minute things with her stylist and choreographer. They said that on the tour her stylist wouldn't come and neither her choreographer because we have our stylist Lou. We've been practicing for an hour now, and it was Ariel's turn. We were all sweaty from running around and working. As the lads and I sat in the audience while her band set up, I couldn't help but notice that she was looking anywhere but at Hazza. Still playing hard to guess I see. I know this won't last for long. I can already picture both of them acting like a cute couple. I bet the lads that by the end of the tour she will have fallen for Hazza. Obviously Hazza wasn't nearby when I said this. Liam just laughed when I said it and he said that by September she would have fallen for him already. We bet 20 pounds each. Niall and Zayn didn't participate. They said they don't want to be us when Ariel finds out about our bets. I'm quite scared of what she will do, but I'm curious as well. Let's see what happens now.
Ariel's POV:
When the band was setting up, I was quite aware of the fact that Louis and Haz were staring at me. I saw from my peripheral vision that Lou smirked when he noticed I wouldn't look at any of them. To be quite honest I don't look at them because I blush every time I look into Haz's eyes. I can't fall for him.
I turned and noticed that the band had finished setting up. We decided that for the first month of the tour we will be opening up with Gonna Get Caught, Don't Forget, Get Back, Falling Over Me, Gift of a Friend, and Quiet. After this rehearsal I have a signing to get to while the boys remain and rehearse. The signing is in 3 hours, and until then I'm stuck here.
Tomorrow we leave for tour, and I'm very excited. I'm excited to be spending 7 months with the lads. I can't help but shake off the feeling that something is coming. I don't know what. I know it's not Haz's pathetic plan, but something else. I just hope it's something that won't shake my world.
I told the band not to do Gonna Get Caught right now. They asked why, and I just told them that it'd have to wait until this Saturday night at our first concert. I heard them start the song Don't Forget. Today I was wearing denim shorts with a sparkly orange tank top and orange converse. Yes I do own a pair of every color available in converse. Let's just say I have a tiny obsession with them. I had my usual jewelry and my hair was up in a ponytail. I had my usual makeup as well. Kit-Kat approved the outfit because it fit perfectly for every event today. Star was strapped across my body because I would use her for this song.
"Hey Ariel you ready?" Dustin asked from the drums.
I nodded as if saying yes and I started strumming Star along with the beat.
Don't Forget
Did you forget
That I was even alive?
Did you forget
Everything we ever had?
Did you forget?
Did you forget
About me?
Did you regret (did you regret)
Ever standing by my side
Did you forget (did you forget)
What we were feeling inside?
Now I'm left to forget
About us
But somewhere we went wrong
We were once so strong
Our love is like a song
You can't forget it
So now I guess
This is where we have to stand
Did you regret
Ever holding my hand?
Never again
Please don't forget
Don't forget
We had it all
We were just about to fall
Even more in love
Than we were before
I won't forget
I won't forget
About us
But somewhere we went wrong
We were once so strong
Our love is like a song
You can't forget it
Somewhere we went wrong
We were once so strong
Our love is like a song
You can't forget it
At all
And at last
All the pictures have been burned
And all the past
Is just a lesson that we've learned
I won't forget
Please don't forget us
Somewhere we went wrong
Our love is like a song
But you won't sing along
You've forgotten
About us
(Don't forget)
The lads were silent after the song. I know I will get questioned about it later, but right now isn't a good time. Let's just say I'm not in the happiest mood. Even though I said I was excited for tomorrow, but I'm quite nervous. Before I could over think, the band started the next song.
Get Back
Don't walk away
Like you always do
This time
Baby you're the only thing
That's been
On my mind
Ever since you've left
I've been a mess
(You won't answer)
(Your phone)
I'll say it once
And I'll leave you alone
But I gotta let you know
I wanna get back
To the old days
When the phone
Would ring
And I knew it
Was you
I wanna talk back
And get yelled at
Fight for nothing
Like we used to
Oh, kiss me
Like you mean it
Like you miss me
Cause I know that you do
I wanna get back
Get back
With you
Don't look at me that way
I see it in your
Eyes
Don't worry about me
I've been
Fine
I'm not gonna lie
I've been a mess
Since you've left
And every time I see you
It gets more and more
Intense
I wanna get back
To the old days
When the phone
Would ring
And I knew it
Was you
I wanna talk back
And get yelled at
Fight for nothing
Like we used to
Oh, kiss me
Like you mean it
Like you miss me
Cause I know that you do
I wanna get back
Get back
With you
You were the only one
I wanted
And you were the first one
I fell for
You're the only one
That I've been needing
And I don't want to be
Lonely anymore
I wanna get back
To the old days
When the phone
Would ring
And I knew it
Was you
I wanna talk back
And get yelled at
Fight for nothing
Like we used to!
Oh, kiss me
Like you mean it
Like you miss me
Cause I know
That you do
I wanna get back
Get back
With you
(Get back)
Get back
(Get back)
Get back
(Get back)
Get back
(Get back)
Get back
Oh, kiss me
Like you mean it
Like you miss me
Cause I know
That you do
I wanna get back
Get back
I wanna get back
Get back
I wanna get back
Get back
Get back
Yeah, yeah, yeah
To keep them at ease, I jumped around on stage and got myself and them pumped up. I was keeping my face hidden from them this entire morning. I didn't want to worry them because then they won't leave me alone. Kit-Kat and Trixie haven't left the stadium either. They're a couple of seats away from the boys and eyeing me suspiciously. Yes I'm forcing smiles right now. I looked at Liam and he mouthed the words "Talk to me later." I just nodded and the band started the next song. I was feeling more and more nervous by the minute.
Falling Over Me
I'm standing in the center of the room
I'm watching boys follow girl's perfume
All is as it should be I assume
Except for the distance between me and you
You're standing as a flower on a wall
The room is still but we're about to fall
And all the names that brought us here
Simply fade away
Who you are is falling over me
Who you are is falling over me (the band)
Who you are is everything I need
Who you are is everything I need (the band)
I'm hoping, I'm waiting
I'm praying you are the one
And I'm hoping, I'm waiting
I'm praying you are the one
I can't believe that night turned into today
I used the line you were supposed to say
And all the names that brought us here
Now we have to thank
Who you are is falling over me
Who you are is falling over me (the band)
And who you are has got me on my knees
Who you are has got me on my knees (the band)
I'm hoping, I'm waiting
I'm praying you are the one
If you want I will wait, I will follow
I'm here to stay
As long as we're promised tomorrow
I promise you today I'll wait, I'll wait
Who you are is falling over me
Who you are is falling over me (the band)
And who you are has got me on my knees
Who you are is everything (the band)
I'm hoping, I'm waiting
I'm praying you are the one
I'm hoping, I'm waiting
I'm praying you are the one
You are the one
I walked across the stage and sat on the edge while singing this song. It was slow and sweet. Something that would usually calm me down, but today it seems to be making it worse. My hands are starting to shake a little, but I pushed my thoughts to the back of my head. Not now. Just hold on. The next song started to play, and when I was singing it, it was obvious something was wrong. I saw everyone looked suddenly worried and I knew I must look bad.
Gift of a Friend
Sometimes you think you'll be fine by yourself
'Cause a dream is a wish that you make all alone
It's easy to feel like you don't need help
But it's harder to walk on your own
You'll change inside when you realize
The world comes to life and everything's bright
From beginning to end when you have a friend by your side
That helps you to find the beauty you are
When you open your heart and believe in the gift of a friend
The gift of a friend
Someone who knows when you're lost and you're scared
And they're through the highs and the lows
Someone you can count on, someone who cares
Beside you wherever you'll go
You'll change inside when you realize
The world comes to life and everything's right
From beginning to end when you have a friend by your side
That helps you to find the beauty you are
When you open your heart and believe in the gift of a friend
And when your hope crashes down
Shattering to the ground you, you feel all alone
When you don't know which way to go
And there's no signs leading you home, you're not alone
The world comes to life and everything's bright
From beginning to end when you have a friend by your side
That helps you to find the beauty you are
When you open your heart and believe in
When you believe in, when you believe in the gift of a friend
As soon as I finished the last line, I felt the world start to spin, and my knees buckled. The last thing I heard was the screeching sound that the microphone made while hitting the ground and my friends' worried calls. My vision soon darkened.
Harry's POV:
As soon as Ariel started her last song, I knew something was wrong. The song was amazing and her vocals were too, but I noticed the she was swaying and her hands were shaking uncontrollably. The moment that she fainted onstage I got up and sprinted to her side. Her eyes were closed, and her breathing was shallow. She still had a pulse. I heard Liam was calling Uncle Si while Louis was calling Paul. Zayn and Niall were saying something, but I couldn't hear them. The only thing I heard was the beat of my heart in my own ears. I was about lift Ariel's head, when Liam stopped me. This time I did hear what he said.
"Harry, don't move her. She may be seriously injured. Simon said he will send a doctor right not. He told me not to move her. To just leave her in the position she landed in because she can be seriously injured."
I just nodded, but quickly held her hand. They felt clammy. What could've happened? She seemed fine until she started singing.
The doctor arrived 5 minutes later and she rushed towards Ariel. We told her what happened and she told us to back away and give her space to breathe. I remained by her side and continued to hold her hand. I brushed some hair out of her face while the doctor checked for her pulse. After the doctor finished checking her vital signs, Ariel started to stir.
Ariel's POV:
***
"Goodnight my Princess," said a motherly voice while kissing my forehead.
That doesn't sound like Mum.
The woman was around 5 foot 5 inches. She had dark wavy hair and fair skin just like mine. Her eyes were a warm chocolate brown. She had a crown atop her head and a beautiful gown.
"Sweet dreams angel. We'll see you in the morning," said a fatherly voice while holding my chubby hand.
I wonder if that's my blood dad...
The man was about 5 foot 8 inches. He had short dirty blonde hair, blue eyes, and tan skin. His smile was identical to mine and his eyes were similar to mine except that I also had green in mine. He was wearing a fancy looking suit. He didn't have a crown on top of his head, but he had that royal aura.
I saw that the man and woman made their way to the doorway where a woman was standing. It seemed as though the lady in the gown was telling the woman by the door something important. Something that seemed to be bugging her, but the woman reassured the lady that everything will be fine. Shortly after the lady and man exited the bedroom, or what appeared to be the bedroom. The woman by the door closed the door behind her, and walked up to my crib.
She leaned down and said, "I will see you later my little sweetheart. We will be leaving tonight."
I couldn't see how the woman looked like, but her voice seemed very familiar. I felt as though I should know it, but I couldn't pin point to whom it belonged to.
The woman exited the room and turned off the light and closed the door on her way out.
***
I felt myself stir and I felt someone's hand in mine. Who's holding my hand? What happened?
I opened my eyes and saw that a woman was leaning over me. She smiled at me and I gave her a weak smile.
"How are you feeling miss?"
"Dizzy and lightheaded. My head hurts a lot. What happened?" I croaked out. I noticed that Haz was the one that was holding my hand. He looked relieved when I responded.
"According to your friends, you fainted after you finished rehearsing a song. Do you have any medical condition that might have caused you to faint? Or do you recall what happened?"
"Well all I know is that when I was singing my third song, the one before my last song, my hands started shaking a lot. After I finished singing my last song, my knees buckled and I felt myself fall. I last heard my friends' worried voices and the screeching that the microphone fell."
"Hm... Is there any reason as to why your hands were shaking?"
I sat up, and Haz immediately went to my side and placed his hand around my waist to support me.
"Well..." I nibbled my lip. I didn't know how to say it without worrying everyone. I noticed that Paul was walking up the stage and towards us. I knew he was listening intently and so was everyone else.
"Well I was thinking about my first concert that I would be opening tomorrow. I was thinking about the fact that there would be a lot of people and how any little thing I would do can screw myself over. So I was panicking. I was starting to have a panic attack."
Harry's POV:
After Ariel said she was having a panic attack, I froze. I remembered that she used to have them frequently when we were younger, but they died down during the years. I wouldn't have thought that her panic attacks would have got this bad.
The doctor nodded her head and wrote it down in her notepad. "Well Ariel that would explain why your heartbeat was a bit higher than usual and why you had a slight fever. Do you have any medications for your panic attacks, or do they rarely happen?"
Ariel said with a stronger voice, "Yeah I have medications. I've been getting the medication since I was 14. My doctor told me whenever I felt like I was having one, that to try and calm myself down, and if that didn't work, then to take the medication. Earlier, I thought I would make it until my bag for the medication, but apparently I fainted immediately after the song was over."
The doctor stood up and scribbled some more. She then took out a medication paper. Before she wrote on it, she said, "Miss, may I see the medication? You might need a different one."
"Yeah it's in my bag. Harry can you get me my bag from the seat?"
I nodded and just as I was about to stand up, Liam passed me her bag. I smiled at him, and I gave it to Ariel. She gave us both small thanks and rummaged in her bag. She found the orange container and gave it to the doctor.
She examined the container and turned towards Ariel, "Alright. I'm going to assign you a stronger medication. Make sure you take them every morning before you have a concert and whenever you start panicking even if it’s just a little bit. It will prevent anything like this from happening again." She filled out the paper and handed it to Ariel.
Ariel stood up, and she wobbled a bit, but quickly regained her footing. She took the paper and said, "Ok. Thanks doctor."
The doctor nodded and packed her things. She was gone within a couple of minutes. Ariel walked to the edge of the stage and sat down. She put her head in her hands and I heard her groan.
Ariel's POV:
Ugh bloody panic attacks. I thought they would be gone by now. Apparently not. Not only did I worry everyone, but now I will most likely be babied by the lads. Just bloody great.
I felt someone's presence near me, but I shuffled away from them. Having anyone near me right now won't help. I shuffled back until my back hit the stage wall.
I heard someone chuckle and said, "Ariel, you can't push us away." I recognised the voice as Niall's.
I said, "I don't care. I don't need anyone near me right now."
I heard them whisper, but soon I heard someone else approach me.
"Lads, I told you I don't need anyone near me, please just-"
They sat down next to me and they wrapped their arm around me. I recognized the arm, and I quickly shuffled into their chest. It was Haz. He knew what to do with these things. He knew that I didn't want to talk, so he would just rub my back and play with my hair.
10 minutes later I felt myself calm down. I felt my heartbeat slow down and my hands didn't feel clammy anymore.
Finally I said, "Thanks Haz. You always know what to do."
He smiled down at me with his dimples showing and said, "No problem Ary. You know I'll always be here for you."
I got out of his embrace and stood up. I didn't look at the lads at all because I knew my cheeks were bright red. I grabbed my bag from the stage and walked over to a seat in the audience. I knew I was being followed and observed because all the lads came and sat around me. I avoided their gazes, until I decided to ask.
"Why are you guys around me?" I tried not to seem rude, but the staring was getting a little rude.
Niall said, "We just wanted to know if you're alright. I mean obviously you're not because you just had a panic attack, but-"
I cut him off and said, "Lads, I'm fine. I mean... Now I am. I'm calm now, but I do need to go get these new medications or else Uncle Simon won't let me leave tomorrow."
Liam stared at me intently and said, "Ariel, what's going on?"
I sighed deeply and looked up from my lap. I noticed once again they were staring, so I looked back down. "Lads, I'm just nervous. I mean I've performed in front of an audience, but that was once and that was a year ago. I haven't had a real audience in a long time, and I don't know if they will like me."
Louis said, "Ariel, our fans can be brutal as you know." I chuckled at this. "But as you also know they are very open to mistakes. They know you're new, so they won't judge you. Trust us on this, you will do fine."
I looked up at all of them. I stood up and said, "Group hug?" I added a smile at the end. Big mistake once again. I was tackled into a huge hug and was being squished.
"Guys." Immediately they got off me and gave me sheepish smiles. I loved these guys and their crazy moments.
Louis's POV:
What Ariel and Hazza don't know is that I took a picture of them when Hazza was calming Ariel down. I mean it was an innocent picture, but it will come in handy for their wedding video. I know they aren't getting married yet, but I can already picture it. Hazza and her getting married and forming a family. It sounds so sweet and adorable and easy, but knowing Hazza, there will be many bumps in the road until then.
I noticed Ariel was staring at us, and I knew why. She didn't know what to do right now. I mean she is supposed to be rehearsing, but after what happened I'm pretty sure Uncle Simon wants her to rest so she will be ready for her signing later. So me being me, I suggested something.
"Hey lads, why don't we go with Ariel to the pharmacy so she can order her prescribed medications? I'm sure Uncle Si won't mind considering the fact that she just fainted and needs to be ready for later."
Everyone stared at me as though I grew 3 heads.
Ariel then said, "Wow. Lou actually said something sensible right now."
"Hey! I have my moments."
Everyone just laughed, but nonetheless agreed. I decided to get some mini revenge on Ariel so I will tweet the picture. I pulled out my phone and opened up the Twitter application. I opened up a tweet and attached the picture.
@Louis_Tomlinson: @rockary & @Harry_Styles looking cozy there ;) <picture>
I finished sending the tweet once we reached the van. When we stepped inside, I decided to take the safe road and took the passenger seat.
Just as I sat down I heard a squeal and Ariel yelled, "LOUIS WILLIAM TOMLINSON! WHAT IN NAME OF MOUNT OLYMPUS DID YOU DO?!"
I couldn't help but laugh at her response. I mean I wasn't the only one. Everyone did, including Paul. I mean who on earth yells out "in name of Mount Olympus?" Ah this girl cracks me up.
Ariel's POV:
I heard everyone start laughing at my comment. Ugh. Whatever. I just pouted and decided to tweet something out:
@rockary: Rockers! @Harry_Styles was just calming me down cuz I'm nervous for tomorrow's concert. That's all.
Immediately I saw a lot of my followers retweet it. Good. Word better get out here because I don't want people to think I'm dating Styles here. As soon as I put my phone in my pocket, I started to feel a little shaky. I was grateful we finally came along to the pharmacy that's by my neighborhood. Before I could get off the van, Harry pulled me back.
He said, "Ary calm down. Please. I hate seeing you panicking. Just take a deep breath."
I did as I was told, and felt better. I gave him a small smile and hopped off. The pharmacist inside told me that the medication will be ready in an hour. I told the guys, so we went to the nearby park.
"Hey Ariel can I ask you something?" Zayn said.
"Sure." I was sitting down on the ground while the guys were taking up a bench. What? I enjoy sitting on the ground. I don't know why. It's just a force of habit.
"Is there a meaning behind your song Don't Forget?"
I know everyone wanted to hear this, because the rest of the boys stayed quiet.
"Um... Yeah there's a meaning behind it. I wrote it when I heard on the radio that Cher and Harry were moving on from their past in Cheshire. I was sad because Cher had promised me she wouldn't forget me. Honestly I just didn't want them to forget me because they were a huge part of my life. Just knowing they never tried contacting me while they were in the X Factor hurt." I saw the lads nod. I just stoop up and walked away. I went and sat on a swing on slowly started to swing myself.
I wasn't sad or anything. I just wanted my space. I haven't been getting any space ever since I met the lads, and quite frankly I missed it. I heard one of the lads approaching me, and I started to swing higher and harder. I started giggling and laughing just by swinging. I love being a little kid. I know I shouldn't act this way because I'm going to be 18 in 2 months, but I could care less. I'll enjoy all the time I have. This is me.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~6 Hours Later~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Ariel's POV:
I opened my flat door and laid down on my couch. It was a long day from rehearsals to a major panic attack to a signing. Let me just say, I love my Rockers. They are amazing and so dedicated. I know many of my Rockers are Brats and Directioners, so it made it a lot easier for me to talk to them. Luckily I haven't met any haters. My Rockers love the fact that I stood up for Dani back in January and they said that they love my new album.
I find it funny on how they are trying to guess which other song from the album will become a music video. The latest music video I've released was Remember December and that was last month. I wouldn't be anywhere if it wasn't for my crazy and loveable fans. I love them to death.
Tour starts tomorrow. Everything is packed and already on the tour bus. I even stuffed my converse box in one of my suitcases. I can't leave anywhere without it for such a long period of time. The only thing I had here in my flat is a pair of capris and a green tank top for tomorrow. My entire converse were packed along with 2 pairs of heels and 3 different pairs of boots. Kit-Kat made sure I packed all these shoes because they fit my stage outfit and because she knew they would come in handy for the interviews I would be in.
The lads have been very helpful today, but I seriously need my space. They are overreacting over one small incident. They better not act like this on tour or I swear they will have their heads chopped off. I decided to skip dinner and just go to bed. It's not like I can eat anything anyways because my fridge and pantries are empty. I made sure they were emptied ASAP because I don't want to clean up mold when I return.
Right before I fell asleep, I got a text:
"A, don't forget to be ready by 4 A.M. tomorrow morning. Meet me by the lobby at 3:55. Don't worry about your car. Simon said that they will take it to a safe car park so no one will take it. Goodnight!
-Liam the Daddy Direction"
I didn't bother responding. Instead I set up my alarm at 3 A.M. and fell asleep immediately.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~6 Hours Later~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
I woke up to the song Up All Night being blasted from my iHome. I groaned and looked over at the alarm. 3 A.M. I groaned again, but got up. I went to the bathroom and took a shower to wake me up. 15 minutes later I was out of the shower and dressed. I blow dried my hair and just brought it up in a messy bun. I didn't care about putting any makeup on because it was all in my suitcase that was on the tour bus. I slipped on my green converse, and grabbed my orange converse from yesterday.
I put my orange converse in a small bag and went downstairs and into the laundry room to grab yesterday's outfit. I had managed to put it in the washer and dryer yesterday before I went to bed. I put it inside my bag and made sure I had everything I needed. Star was by the door. My music room, bedroom, and private gym were locked up. All windows were locked. Everything was in place.
I looked at my phone and saw it was 3:45. I decided to make my way down to the lobby. Before I left I made sure to check that I had my cell phone charger. I locked the door and carried Star in her case to the elevator. I pressed the lobby button. Before it reached the lobby, it stopped on Li's level. When it opened I saw a shocked Liam on the other side.
"Morning Li," I said with a tired voice.
"Morning A. I can tell you're early. Better not question it. Come on. Let's go down. The lads are waiting for us," he said with an equally tired voice.
Honestly who wouldn't be tired at this ungodly hour?! First thing I'm going to do when I get to the tour bus is go to sleep. I'll settle everything with them later. I didn't even notice that we were walking across the lobby until I felt the chilly morning London air. I shivered, but nonetheless made my way with Liam at my side to the van. I wasn't wearing sunglasses because it was too early, but I did have a pair in my bag. I took the passenger seat while Li stayed in the back with the guys.
"Morning guys," I said in between a yawn. I heard mumbles in responses and was gladly to see they were tired too. Zayn was even leaning on the window already asleep. Within 20 minutes we were outside the tour bus. I heard the guys arguing who's sleeping where, but I managed to slip away unnoticed with Star at my side. Inside the tour bus I didn't even bother looking around. I just spotted the 6 beds. 3 on each side of the bus. I made my way to the left side and jumped on the bottom bed. I placed Star in her case right next to the bed. I extended the curtain hiding my bed from view. Faster than I could say, "Quidditch," I was asleep.
Louis's POV:
As we finished discussing our sleeping arrangements, I decided to take a look around everyone. Paul was by the tour bus door and the 5 of us were outside. Perf- Wait... 5?! Where's the 6th!?
"Uh guys," I said whilst interrupting Liam in his "important" Daddy Direction lecture.
"What's wrong Lou?" Hazza said obviously not noticing his future girlfriend was missing.
"Where's Ariel?"
"Ariel? She's right-" Hazza stopped and he looked around. Then his eyes widened and so did the rest of us.
"She didn't...?" said Liam with amusement written on his face.
We sprinted into the tour bus and looked around. Sure enough, one bed was taken over. We can hear Ariel's slow quiet breathing. She's asleep.
"Well I guess this changes everything huh lads?" said Hazza while inching himself away.
"Yup," I said while popping the p.
The next thing we know, we are all shuffling around trying to get the best bed. Within 3 minutes we were all settled in our beds. Some of us upset that we didn't want the one they wanted. *cough* Niall. *cough*
The sleeping arrangements went like this. On the right side was Harry on the bottom bunk, me in the middle bunk, and Niall on the very top bunk. Across from us on the left side was Ariel on the bottom bunk, Liam in the middle bunk, and Zayn on the top bunk. Liam said he took the one over Ariel because he wants to make sure none of us, *cough* me *cough* pranks Ariel, or anyone, while we're asleep. I would've though Hazza would've taken that bunk, but I think he wanted to sleep across from her. It was quite cute on how she silently escaped. I never expected that from her.
Soon enough, the tour bus was on the road on its way to our first venue. Within minutes everyone was asleep, so I decided to sleep as well. We need to be wide awake for our first concert.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~6 Hours Later~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Ariel's POV:
I was woken up by someone moaning that they were hungry and by someone else viciously hushing them as to not wake me up.
Too late for that. I pulled back the curtain and noticed Liam scolding Niall. Niall had the puppy dog eyes on, and I'm guessing Liam started to feel bad, because he stopped scolding him. I noticed they walked back towards the end of the bus. They didn't notice I was awake. Perfect.
I quickly got out of bed, and found the bathroom. I checked my hair and saw that it was a mess. I sighed and took it out of my messy bun. It fell all the way down to my mid-back. My face looked normal and I felt as though I slept for a long time. I checked my phone, and saw it said 10:30. Wow, that's 12 hours in total. I slipped out of the bathroom, and someone tackled me to the floor.
"A! You're awake! Come on lads! Now can we go get breakfast?! Please!!!!!!!" I didn't need to see who it was. Niall.
"Niall, get off me!" I said while trying not to sound rude. He just smiled sheepishly and helped me up. I noticed the lads rushed over, and I sprint to the front of the bus. I don't need a group hug right now. I rushed and sprint into a nearby cupboard, luckily no one saw me.
"Niall what did you do to her? Why did she run off?" Haz's voice was heard.
"I don't know! She just saw you guys rush over and she eyes grew wide. I'm guessing she thought we were going to give her another group hug," Niall said.
"Haz, leave poor Niall alone. It's not his fault. It's our fault that she ran off. She probably got scared." Liam could be heard as well. I just giggled and stuck my head outside the cupboard. They were all the way in the back of the bus. I noticed I was in the kitchen. I got out of my cupboard and looked around. The fridge was stocked with food, and I noticed that there was pancake mix in one of the cupboards. I got it out and started to prepare pancakes with eggs and bacon. I know it's a lot of food, but there are 5 boys here, and one of them eats a lot.
I'm so happy Mum taught me how to multitask in the kitchen, because of this I was done within an hour. Strange how they didn't come looking for me. Maybe they gave up looking for me. I placed my own breakfast on my plate. I got a helping of eggs, 4 pieces of bacon, and 3 pancakes. I hid it from view so Niall wouldn't see it. I walked to the back of the bus and saw them all sprawled out in the game room. Wait... Game room?! How big is this bus?! That's when I realized that this was also the living room. I giggled when I noted that the lads didn't notice me.
"Morning guys!" I chirped, but stayed by the door.
"Hey Ariel! Where were you?" Liam said while taking his gaze off his phone. Texting Dani probably.
"Well at first I ran for it because I thought you guys were going to give me a group hug and I wasn't in the mood for an early group hug. Then I heard that Niall was hungry, so..."
"Yes?" Haz said quickly standing up.
"I made breakfast." I smiled and sprinted back towards the kitchen.
From behind me I distinctly heard someone yell "FOOD!!!!!" I quickly grabbed my plate and sat down. I made sure not to add spoons in the silverware because we don't need Liam freaking out just now.
A minute later I saw Haz rush in with Liam and Zayn right behind him. They stacked their plates with food. They quickly sat down, and Zayn yelled, "Lou you can set Niall down now!"
Lou came sprinting in a couple of seconds afterwards and Niall right behind him. He also filled his plate up with food and quickly sat. Niall filled up 2 plates, and sat.
Niall said, "What was that for?! All I wanted was food!"
"Well lad we had to get food too before you finished it all," said Haz from next to me. I just giggled at their plan. We started eating and once the food was all gone, thanks to Niall, everyone just turned to me.
"You know, I don't know whose cooking is better. I'm tied between Harry and Ariel," Zayn said while smiling.
"Honestly I prefer Ariel's. I'm sorry Hazza," Louis said.
"Hey! My cooking can beat her cooking any day!" Haz said whilst pouting. I laughed and stood up.
"You guys are really sweet. Thanks for the compliment. Oh and Haz? Apparently your cooking couldn't beat mine today." That said I walked out with a triumph smirk on my face.
I heard some "oohs" and "you just owned" from the lads. I just giggled like a mad man and made my way back to my bunk. I noticed my suitcases were by the bathroom. I grabbed the one that was full of my casual clothes and dragged it to the side of my bed. Underneath my bed there were 3 drawers and I managed to fill them up with my clothes. The boys better not go through my stuff or blood will be shed. I placed my makeup in one of the drawers and also my hair ribbons, pins, and flowers. I placed my hairspray and other hair needs on the restroom counter. This would be our home for about 3 months while we tour around the UK.
While I put all my stuff away, I heard the lads shuffle back towards the game room. Apparently we've been in Watford since around 7 in the morning. We would be leaving to rehearse right now in about an hour. We will be there from noon to 6 P.M. The show starts at 8, so that means we have 2 hours to come back and shower to rush back into the stadium to get our hair and outfits done. My suitcase that was full of stage outfits was kept with Lou, the lads' stylist, and she will be telling me at rehearsals what shoes I'll need then. Just as in got to the bottom of my suitcase, I noticed my Converse box. I placed it inside the same drawer where I placed my makeup and hair accessories. Then I grabbed Star, and sat down on my bed. I was going to strum her, until I heard a voice next to me.
"Hey Ary, aren't you going to join us in the game room?" It was Haz.
"Um... Sure. But I don't know what game you guys are playing."
"Oh don't worry! I'll tell them to put on Mario Party so we can all play."
We walked in, and saw they were playing Fifa on the Wii. Haz walked up to the console and turned off the game, and inserted Mario Party. He handed me a control and he got one himself. He threw one to Zayn and Niall seeing that Louis and Liam already had one. Let me tell you, both lads were sending Haz daggers because he just turned off their game.
Before either one of them could say anything, Haz put his hand as if he's silencing them. "Ary wants to play Mario Party with us."
They just all nodded and smiled. Haz sat down on a beanbag, and gestured for me to sit on one next to him. I did. An hour later we played 3 rounds of Mario Party, and Princess Peach, aka me, was victor in all 3 rounds. I saw the lads mouths drop when they realized I won all three rounds. I shot up and did a back flip.
I said, "Huzzah!!!!! I beat you guys!!!!!! Woohoo!!!!!!" I saw Haz stand up, and he had an evil smile. I knew what he was going to do. I quickly sprint out of the room and grabbed Star on the way out. I didn't need my songbook. I sprinted outside and noticed we were by the stadium. I sprinted to the back entrance and saw a security person standing there. He quickly opened the door for me and told me the rest of my band was already inside. I sprint all the way inside until I reached the stage. I noticed I lost Haz while on the way in. Phew. I don't need to be tickled just then.
Just as I heard the lads coming, I realized something. I haven't taken my medication. I sprinted back down the hall and narrowly avoided them by slipping in between an opening from their little group. I heard them question me where I was going, but I ignored them. I was back in the tour bus a few seconds later. I rummaged through my bag until I found my medication. I quickly drank one pill with water, and walked back inside. By the time I was back onstage, I heard Uncle Si question the lads where I was.
"Lads, where's Ariel?" Uncle Si said.
Before anyone could answer, I quickly said, "Here Uncle Si! Sorry I forgot to take my medications this morning, so I ran back to the bus to take them."
Uncle Si's light up in relief and said, "So everything's taken care of so you won't have another panic attack?"
"Yup! I'm all set for tonight!" I said while smiling. I noticed the rest of the lads smiling as well. I'm guessing they're happy that I won't be having another attack.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~6 Hours Later~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Liam's POV:
The lads and I were all in the game room just relaxing while Ariel showered first. We have an hour to get back to the stadium so Lou can start on our hair. Today has been fun so far. I mean we had a delicious breakfast courtesy of Ariel, played some Mario Party, and rehearsed.
I still can't believe I lost in Mario Party. I mean I held the title of the best player from all of us. I held it until today when Ariel beat us. Not just once, but three times. I mean I didn't completely lose because I always got second place, but I no longer got first. Apparently we all expected Ariel to lose because by the end of the three rounds, Louis claimed that Ariel cheated when she didn't. I'm happy she beat me because it shows that girls can beat boys in video games.
I'm quite excited for tonight. I heard Ariel will start her little plan today against Hazza and Louis. I really want to see what she has up her sleeve. I made sure to tweet out to the fans to include Ariel in our little Twitter section of the concert. Dani told me that she will be joining us for our concert tonight. I'm pretty sure she's already on her way. She said she's coming with Zayn's and Louis's girlfriends. We all want to meet them. I'm pretty sure Dani wants to see her best friend again as well. I was interrupted from my thoughts when someone shoved me off the couch.
"Ouch! What was that for?" I said while rubbing my head.
"It's your turn to shower mate, but you seemed lost in thought," Naill said while laughing. I gave them a sheepish smile, and I saw Ariel humming while brushing her hair out. She was wearing a simple pair of shorts and a loose tank top. She smiled at when I passed by. I grabbed my stuff and rushed to the shower. We had 50 minutes left to get back to the stadium, and knowing Zayn, we will barely be on time.
Ariel's POV:
After I finished untangling my hair, I hesitated in going back with the boys. I mean they are fun and everything, but I just don't want to bother them right now. For all I know I might make them nervous if I join them, or I might set off their balance. I don't know. I'm feeling random right now.
I wanted to have a snack before the show so I decided in going in the kitchen. I found 3 boxes of macaroni and cheese. I decided to make it because I knew the guys would be hungry as well. As I started to make food, I started to hum. Soon I found myself singing.
Lightweight
The slightest words you said
Have all gone to my head
I hear angels sing
In your voice
When you pull me close
Feelings I've never known
They mean everything
And leave me no choice
Light on my heart
Light on my feet
Light in your eyes
I can't even speak
Do you even know
How you make me weak
I'm a lightweight
Better be careful what you say
With every word
I'm blown away
You're in control of my heart
I'm a lightweight
Easy to fall, easy to break
With every move my whole world shakes
Keep me from falling apart
Make a promise, please
You'll always be in reach
Just in case I need
You there when I call
This is all so new
Seems too good to be true
Could this really be
A safe place to fall
Light on my heart
Light on my feet
Light in your eyes
I can't even speak
Do you even know
How you make me weak
I'm a lightweight
Better be careful what you say
With every word
I'm blown away
You're in control of my heart
I'm a lightweight
Easy to fall, easy to break
With every move my whole world shakes
Keep me from falling apart
Keep me from falling down
Drowned in your love
It's almost all too much
Handle with care
Say you'll be there
Oh, I'm a lightweight
Better be careful what you say
With every word
I'm blown away
You're in control of my heart
I'm a lightweight
Easy to fall, easy to break
With every move my whole world shakes
Keep me from falling apart
Keep me from falling apart
Keep me from falling apart
Falling apart
As soon as I finished singing, I decided to name this song Lightweight. I knew it wouldn't appear until my third album, but at least I have 1 song out of 17 done. Management told me they wanted one of my songs translated to Spanish, so technically it's 16 songs since the other one will be translated. As soon as I finished making the macaroni and cheese, I turned around and jumped about 3 feet in the air. All the lads, including Liam, were standing there with grins on their faces.
"Um... H-hey lads... How much of the past 4 minutes have you heard?" I asked while shuffling on my bare feet.
"We heard all of it Ary, but the song was great. What did you mean by "You're in control of my heart"?" Haz asked with a curious smile on.
"Um... I made macaroni and cheese! I know you guys will get hungry, so I decided to make a little snack." I quickly said and got out the bowls. I took out 5 bowls only because it was Louis's turn to shower. When I turned around to pass the bowls around, I saw Haz still eyeing my expectantly, but I avoided his gaze. Louis was heard stepping in the shower. I got my bowl and quietly made my way over to the window, and sat down right next to it on a stool. I didn't want to answer Haz's question because I didn't know the answer myself. I don't know who's in control of my heart. I know someone currently is, but I just don't know who. I know I should because it’s my heart, but I actually don't.
By the time I finished my macaroni and cheese, I noticed the lads had returned to the game room. I noticed Louis was by his bunk finishing drying his hair while Liam was walking to the back. I knew Harry was now showering, so I didn't have to worry about him asking me the same question. I placed the macaroni in a container and placed it in the fridge. There was enough macaroni left for a snack for Niall. I finished washing the dishes and just went back to my bunk.
I bent my knees to my chest and placed my chin on top of my knees. I'm not sad or anything. I'm actually quite happy. I just want to spend this time to think. Before I could think further, my phone rang.
(A= Ariel, C=Cher)
A: Ello?
C: Mermaid!
A: Brat! How you been? I haven't seen you since a week ago!
C: I've been great! As you may have noticed, I release my album in 2 weeks! I'm so excited.
A: Congrats! I better get an early copy! I need to hear how you did.
C: Haha you will. I told Simon to give you an early album. He said he would give it to you tonight after the concert.
A: Eep! Thanks Brat! Can't wait to listen to it.
C: Haha I bet. How are you feeling?
A: Me? Uh... I'm fine...
I got up and walked outside. I didn't want any of the lads to listen what I had to say.
C: Mermaid...
A: *sighs* Who told you?
C: Liam.
A: Of course. I'm fine Brat. I took my new medications this morning and its actually preventing me from getting nervous. I'm just a bit confused at the moment.
C: About what?
A: I think I'm falling for Harry.
I checked behind me to make sure no one heard me. Luckily no one did. I faced the tour bus door while I continued talking to her.
C: WHAT?!
A: I know. I don't want to Brat. I don't know what to do. Harry and Louis are even doing something that will make me fall for him. But don't worry I'm getting my revenge. He thinks I don't know, but wait until tonight.
C: Look Mermaid, knowing them, their plan may actually work. Just be careful. You aren't some prize to be won. I won't ask about your plan because knowing you, it will leave Harry shocked.
A: Exactly. That's why I'm singing a specific song that explains everything. That way they won't get their hopes up. I miss you Brat. I miss seeing you almost every day.
C: Trust me; you won't miss me for long. Wait until you start spending more time with the lads. Haha. You can still call me Mermaid. Although I won't be surprised if you don't. I understand because I’m pretty sure tours are tiring. Especially if you're with 5 overly active guys all day long. Listen Mermaid, I have to go. I have a date to get to. Love you! Oh and good luck tonight! I'll be cheering!
A: Thanks Brat! Love you too!
*End of Call*
I walked back inside the tour bus when I said, "Love you too" to Brat. I noticed that the lads were now in the kitchen. Which means they heard when I said that. I was sporting a silly grin, so that didn't help my case I noticed Zayn and Niall were already showered and ready as well.
"Hey guys! So I can tell we're all ready. How about we head down to the stadium?" I walked by quickly and grabbed Star. Before I could open the tour bus door, a hand stopped me. I turned, and realized it was Haz. Great.
"Who were you talking to?" He tried to keep the jealousy out of his tone, but it was evident. I started to laugh when I heard his question. I'm sorry his jealousy is just so cute! Wait did I just say cute?!
"Oh Haz. You guys and your curiosity makes me laugh. I was talking to Cher. She said that she missed me, and I missed her too. She had to go so she told me that she loved me. I love her too, so I told her that then hung up. She's my best friend I don't see how any of that was wrong." I saw relief flash across his eyes, and he just blushed.
I turned back around and made my way towards the back of the stadium. I can already hear the fans' screams as we made our way into the stadium. As soon as we made it near the dressing rooms, I was pulled into a hug.
"Ariel! It's nice to see you again! I see you forgot your heels in the bus," Kit-Kat said.
My eyes widened and I was about to go grab them, but Kit-Kat said, "Don't worry about it Ariel. I'll go get them for you when your hair and makeup is done. Simon let me come at the end because he said that Lou wouldn't be able to do 6 people in an hour, so viola! Here I am!"
I just giggled and hugged Kit-Kat. "This is why I wanted you to come. You can keep me distracted while you do my hair and makeup." She pulled me into my dressing room, and I waved bye to the lads before the door closed behind me. 45 minutes later my hair and makeup was done. It turns out Kit-Kat told Lou to get one of the lads to get my heels. I'm pretty sure it was Niall since he requires the least effort for hair. My hair was left in perfect waves. Kit-Kat placed some sort of spray to keep my hair like that during my crazy jumps. My makeup was left simple as in only one layer of eyeliner and concealer. I had a small amount of glitter around my eyes as well. I was wearing black leather high waisted shorts with a with a white off the shoulders shirt and my ivory heels. I had my usual jewelry.
Just as I walked outside of my dressing room, a stage crew walked up to me and said, "Rockin' Ariel, you're on in 15 minutes.” I nodded ok and headed off to the technician to get my earplugs that I got customized. On the ear buds, there is a Deathly Hallows sign on there. (A/N: don’t know wat that is? Google it! :D) I heard the lads' voices from their dressing room, so I walked in that direction. I started laughing at the sight I saw.
Louis wanted a piggy back ride from Haz, so Lou was threatening Louis that if he ruined her masterpiece of her hair, I'm guessing Haz's hair, then she would make sure he was clear of carrots for the rest of the tour. Louis's eyes widened and he just backed away towards Niall and Liam instead.
"Hey lads," I grinned while leaning on the doorway.
Haz quickly looked my way, and his jaw dropped. Hehehe. So my theory was correct. Keep fawning Haz, I already know your plan. Liam noticed too because he was smirking. Before the lads could say anything, Lou rushed up to me and eyed me up and down.
"You're beautiful! I need to ask Katherine if she'll let me do your hair and makeup on tour. Just a couple of times." She leaned in and whispered in my ear, "That way I can make you look even more beautiful so Harry here will continue eyeing you." I blushed at the end, but laughed.
"Thanks Lou. I'd be honored if you did my hair and makeup." She smiled and hugged me once more before turning her attention towards Harry who was now playing with Lux. I walked over to Haz.
"Who's this cutie?" I said while running my hair through her hair.
"Her name's Lux. She's Lou's daughter," Harry said while pretending to bite her hand.
"Hi Lux! My name is Ariel, but you can call me A." Lux turned to look at me and hugged me tight.
"Aww look she loves you already," Harry said while eyeing me and Lux starting to play. I heard a snap of a camera, but I ignored it.
Suddenly I saw a magazine on the coffee table. On the cover it read:
HARRY STYLES SPOTTED LOCKING LIPS AT PARADISE CLIQUE
I quickly grabbed the magazine and gave Lux back to Harry. Harry noticed what I had, and quickly tried to grab it from me. I ran back to my dressing room and opened to the page of the article. Inside there was a picture of Harry kissing some fake bimbo. I felt tears welt up in my eyes and I let them fall freely. Luckily once again Kit-Kat used waterproof makeup on me. Inside it read:
18 year old Harry Styles from the famous boy band One Direction was spotted locking lips with a blonde chick at Paradise Clique, the newest hottest club in London. They were spotted later leaving the club together and our sources informed us that they checked in at a hotel that night. I guess Harry Styles was feeding his hormones that night. Is she Harry's new girlfriend, or just another one night stand?
I felt myself break inside. Why would he do this? I can't believe I was falling for him. Why?! Why did he do this?!
I heard a knock at the door, and answered it. I saw Harry on the other side.
"What do you want Harry?" I spat with so much venom that he flinched.
"Ariel, I came to explain what the magazine said," Harry said while trying to convince me. I however was too heartbroken and pissed off to fall for that.
"No Harry! It's quite clear what happened. You had a bloody one night stand with that fake bimbo! What the hell did you see in her huh?! I hate you Harry! I hate you! Just stay away from me! Don't talk to me!" I slammed the door in his face and slid down the door.
"Why Harry," I croaked out in between my sobs. "Why would you do this? I was finally going to let you in."
I heard another quiet knock at the door. I didn't open it. It was probably Harry again.
"Ariel, open up please. It's Liam." I quickly got up and opened the door. Sure enough there was Liam. I lunged at him and clutched onto him tightly. He kept patting my hair and rubbed soothing circles on my back.
"Ariel calm down please you're on in about 10 minutes. You can't go out like this please. I don't like seeing you like this," he said. He managed to calm down my sobs and tears.
"Li, it hurt so much to see that and read that. I fell for him Liam, and hard. I was finally going to let him in until he went and fucked things up. I don't think I'll be able to trust him or talk to him the same."
"A, I told you to be careful. You should have known he would've done something like this. Sure it seemed like he changed, but apparently not. A, for all we know that picture could have been snapped even before we found out you were our opening act. I'm not telling you to forgive him, but maybe hear him out. You don't have to keep him as your best friend, but maybe only a friend. Think about it."
I did think about it. I decided I would listen to Harry. That doesn't mean I will forgive him, but it's a start. I know that if I block him out completely I will hurt myself even more and I don't want that.
3 minutes later I heard a crew man say, "Where's Rockin' Ariel?! She's on in 2 minutes!"
I felt my eyes widen and I turned to look at Liam. He gave me a reassuring smile and said, "Don't worry we'll head off to the side of the stage in a bit. Go before they get you into trouble."
I quickly made my way to the side of the stage, and someone passed me a microphone. I made sure I didn't have any stray tears and pulled on a real and big smile for the audience. I went on stage once I heard the crew manager tell me to go on.
I walked on stage and heard cheers. They weren't as loud as One Direction's would be, but hey it's perfect for my beginning song!
"Greetings Directioners! How are you all tonight?" I was greeted with cheers. "Well I am Rockin' Ariel! Do I have any Rockers in here?" More cheers were heard. "Well you guys are pretty quiet, so let's start off the concert! What do you guys say?" I heard more screams, and I took that as my cue. The band started playing the song Quiet. I sang with my entire heart and soul.
Quiet
I hear what you're not saying, it's driving me crazy
It's like we stopped breathing in this room
We're both the last to be leaving
I know what you're thinking, I wish you'd make your move
It's much too quiet in here, I wanna disappear
I'm hearing myself thinking too clear
It's too quiet in here, make it all go away
Why can't we break this silence finally?
It's like you know where I'm going
You follow me home but I never invite you inside
I see what you're not showing
I've got you alone but the air is so still, it's weird
It's much too quiet in here, I wanna disappear
I'm hearing myself thinking too clear
It's too quiet in here, make it all go away
Why can't we break this silence finally?
Don't stop, don't stop telling me goodnight
Just promise you'll kiss me goodbye
What's taking so long?
Don't tell me you're not gonna try
The tension's building in my mind
I wanna scream and I know why
It's much too quiet in here, I wanna disappear
I'm hearing myself thinking too clear
It's too quiet in here, make it all go away
Why can't we break this silence finally?
Make it all go away, it's so quiet in here
I started off by walking around and jumping around in good parts. I did a couple of dance moves, but not too many. By the end of the song, the audience was pumped.
"So guys I hope you're still not quiet after that! I'm going to slow down a bit, and play Don't Forget. I hope you guys know is song!" I noticed one of my guitarist throw me Star and I caught her. Don't worry we've done this plenty of times. We started the chords and I continued singing like my entire being.
Don't Forget
Did you forget
That I was even alive?
Did you forget
Everything we ever had?
Did you forget?
Did you forget
About me?
Did you regret (did you regret)
Ever standing by my side
Did you forget (did you forget)
What we were feeling inside?
Now I'm left to forget
About us
But somewhere we went wrong
We were once so strong
Our love is like a song
You can't forget it
So now I guess
This is where we have to stand
Did you regret
Ever holding my hand?
Never again
Please don't forget
Don't forget
We had it all
We were just about to fall
Even more in love
Than we were before
I won't forget
I won't forget
About us
But somewhere we went wrong
We were once so strong
Our love is like a song
You can't forget it
Somewhere we went wrong
We were once so strong
Our love is like a song
You can't forget it
At all
And at last
All the pictures have been burned
And all the past
Is just a lesson that we've learned
I won't forget
Please don't forget us
Somewhere we went wrong
Our love is like a song
But you won't sing along
You've forgotten
About us
(Don't forget)
I saw the audience cried a bit during this song, but nonetheless cheered loudly. I let a couple tears out in the song as well. We immediately started with Get Back.
Get Back
Don't walk away
Like you always do
This time
Baby you're the only thing
That's been
On my mind
Ever since you've left
I've been a mess
(You won't answer)
(Your phone)
I'll say it once
And I'll leave you alone
But I gotta let you know
I wanna get back
To the old days
When the phone
Would ring
And I knew it
Was you
I wanna talk back
And get yelled at
Fight for nothing
Like we used to
Oh, kiss me
Like you mean it
Like you miss me
Cause I know that you do
I wanna get back
Get back
With you
Don't look at me that way
I see it in your
Eyes
Don't worry about me
I've been
Fine
I'm not gonna lie
I've been a mess
Since you've left
And every time I see you
It gets more and more
Intense
I wanna get back
To the old days
When the phone
Would ring
And I knew it
Was you
I wanna talk back
And get yelled at
Fight for nothing
Like we used to
Oh, kiss me
Like you mean it
Like you miss me
Cause I know that you do
I wanna get back
Get back
With you
You were the only one
I wanted
And you were the first one
I fell for
You're the only one
That I've been needing
And I don't want to be
Lonely anymore
I wanna get back
To the old days
When the phone
Would ring
And I knew it
Was you
I wanna talk back
And get yelled at
Fight for nothing
Like we used to!
Oh, kiss me
Like you mean it
Like you miss me
Cause I know
That you do
I wanna get back
Get back
With you
(Get back)
Get back
(Get back)
Get back
(Get back)
Get back
(Get back)
Get back
Oh, kiss me
Like you mean it
Like you miss me
Cause I know
That you do
I wanna get back
Get back
I wanna get back
Get back
I wanna get back
Get back
Get back
Yeah, yeah, yeah
"So guys, I'm half ways done here. But don't worry I won't leave just yet. I might be back during the mini Twitter session. Anyways, this to all my friends and to anyone who has a friend and would like to thank them! Here we go! This is Gift of a Friend!"
Gift of a Friend
Sometimes you think you'll be fine by yourself
'Cause a dream is a wish that you make all alone
It's easy to feel like you don't need help
But it's harder to walk on your own
You'll change inside when you realize
The world comes to life and everything's bright
From beginning to end when you have a friend by your side
That helps you to find the beauty you are
When you open your heart and believe in the gift of a friend
The gift of a friend
Someone who knows when you're lost and you're scared
And they're through the highs and the lows
Someone you can count on, someone who cares
Beside you wherever you'll go
You'll change inside when you realize
The world comes to life and everything's right
From beginning to end when you have a friend by your side
That helps you to find the beauty you are
When you open your heart and believe in the gift of a friend
And when your hope crashes down
Shattering to the ground you, you feel all alone
When you don't know which way to go
And there's no signs leading you home, you're not alone
The world comes to life and everything's bright
From beginning to end when you have a friend by your side
That helps you to find the beauty you are
When you open your heart and believe in
When you believe in, when you believe in the gift of a friend
I noticed during this song that the fans were waving their hands and hugging the people near them. I'm guessing those are their friends. "I dedicate that song to Liam, Louis, Niall, Zayn, Dani, Cher, and Harry." I managed to choke back a song and continued with what I was saying, "I love you all and thank you for always being there for me." I heard cheers and I looked to the side of the stage, I noticed the lads were all smiling at that. I smiled back, and then smirked. "So I heard that someone close to me is falling for me. Well then I hope you enjoy this song!"
Falling Over Me
I'm standing in the center of the room
I'm watching boys follow girl's perfume
All is as it should be I assume
Except for the distance between me and you
You're standing as a flower on a wall
The room is still but we're about to fall
And all the names that brought us here
Simply fade away
Who you are is falling over me
Who you are is falling over me (the band)
Who you are is everything I need
Who you are is everything I need (the band)
I'm hoping, I'm waiting
I'm praying you are the one
And I'm hoping, I'm waiting
I'm praying you are the one
I can't believe that night turned into today
I used the line you were supposed to say
And all the names that brought us here
Now we have to thank
Who you are is falling over me
Who you are is falling over me (the band)
And who you are has got me on my knees
Who you are has got me on my knees (the band)
I'm hoping, I'm waiting
I'm praying you are the one
If you want I will wait, I will follow
I'm here to stay
As long as we're promised tomorrow
I promise you today I'll wait, I'll wait
Who you are is falling over me
Who you are is falling over me (the band)
And who you are has got me on my knees
Who you are is everything (the band)
I'm hoping, I'm waiting
I'm praying you are the one
I'm hoping, I'm waiting
I'm praying you are the one
You are the one
"That was Falling Over Me. Directioners and Rockers this is my final song! I know, cue the sobs," I fake cried. "But I won't leave until this song. So I heard that same person who's falling over me is making a plan with one of the lads. They think I don't know, but now they know that I do indeed know. After an incident tonight, their plan will most definitely not work. This song is for him and for any guy who thinks they will never get caught. This is Gonna Get Caught!"
Gonna Get Caught
You reeled me in with your smile
You made me melt with your voice
Now I've been gone now for a while
Just to find that I'm your seventh choice
And I don't wanna pay the cost
But it'd be best if you get lost
Because we know you'll never change
Don't say that you need me
And don't play these games with my mind
You better get outta my head cause you're wastin' your time
And don't say it's forever
And don't play, cause you had your shot
You better stop messin' around cause you're gonna get caught
You promised me all of your time
I guess I'm not the only one
But see it's my heart on the line this time
I'm your number one or I'm gone
Don't say that you need me
And don't play these games with my mind
You better get outta my head cause you're wastin' your time
And don't say it's forever
And don't play, cause you had your shot
You better stop messin' around cause you're gonna get caught
Go and try to get me back
(You won't get me back, you won't get me back)
I won't forget about our past (I won't forget now)
Never had the guts to leave, now you're making it
(You know you're making it)
Now you’re making it much easier for me to see
Don't say that you're sorry
For breaking every inch of my heart
I should've known from the start
Now it's time to get lost
And don't say that you need me
And don't play these games with my mind
You better get outta my head cause you're wasting your time
Don't say it's forever
And don't play, cause you had your shot
You better stop messin' around cause you're gonna get caught
You better stop messin' around cause you're gonna get caught
I heard the audience yelling and cheering. "Aww thanks guys! But I've got to go. But don't worry I won't leave you alone. I present to you... Drumroll please Dustin. ONE DIRECTION!!!!!" I heard even more screams and some really disturbing ones as well that I won't mention. I smirked at Louis and Harry when I walked by. Liam looked shocked, but had a smug look on his face. I waved bye at them and walked off to the side while they ran onstage to continue their concert.
Before Harry managed to run off I pulled him back and hissed into his ear so no one would hear, "Trust me Harry, whatever you planned to Louis to get me, won’t work one bit. You fucked things up. You aren't getting another chance." That said I shoved him on stage and I saw that he watched me with a pained expression.
The boys started off with Na Na Na, Stand Up, and then I Wish. I noticed that Harry would keep looking at the side whenever a romantic part appeared. Luckily I didn't have the microphone on during this time, so I would scoff.
Please, you will need to try a lot harder than that to get me back Styles.
During their talking periods I changed into some black converse that suited my outfit. After their little talking period, the lads sang a song each. Zayn sang I Gotta Feeling, Niall sang Stereo Hearts, Louis sang Valerie, and Liam and Harry sang Torn. Afterwords, Harry thanked Ed Sheeran for the song Moments, and yes while they sang the song, he kept looking at me.
After this song, the lads all rushed off to change for their next segment. I pretended to be busy on my phone while the passed by me. Tears still kept pouring down my face. Partly because of the song and also still because of Harry's screw-up.
They ran back onstage just as the mini clip was finished. They started seeing Gotta Be You, and once again I could feel Harry singing towards me. Especially the chorus. More Than This came up next, but this time I avoided looking at Harry. Instead I focused my gaze on all the other lads, but him. I could still feel him burning holes at the side of my head, but even then I wouldn't turn. After this song is when they had a mini Twitter session. The lads answered them truthfully. The last 2 questions, was where I was needed.
Louis read out the second to last question, "So Sabrina said, "OMG I'm such a huge Directioner and Rocker. I have a question for you both; can you guys have a mini dance off?" Well Sabrina, we shall! But please pardon our awful dance moves. Get out here Rockin' Ariel! You're needed."
I froze and didn't move until I felt Paul shove me. I playfully glared at him, and he just smiled. I turned on my microphone and said cheerily, "Hey guys! Told ya I'd be back! Anyways... A dance off huh? Well in the case... Guys give us a beat!" I avoided standing near Harry, so I went and stood in the far edge by Zayn. The dance off lasted for about 30 seconds, but let me just say I beat the boys... Badly. I ended my little dance segment by doing two back flips, and just before I hit the floor the second time, I did the splits. No it didn't hurt because I was used to them already. The guys and some of the fans gaped and me.
I smiled and easily jumped back up to my feet; I grabbed the microphone and said, "So who won? The lads?" Screams and cheers. "Or me?" The lads joined in with my louder screaming and I blushed like crazy. "Aww you guys are too sweet. You made me blush!" I heard laughing, but the lads made me read the last question.
"So this question is from Kaylie and she said, "Ariel! Where do you get your inspiration for your music? I love it by the way!" Well thanks Kaylie! You're very sweet! Well my inspiration, it just depends. Most of my songs are based on my memories. So for example, Quiet is based on those silences that are just very awkward and loud. And trust me I've had plenty of those. So like I said, just depends." I heard cheers from the audience.
Liam said, "Well Ariel that's nice to know! Now guys say bye to Ariel because she's going back to her spot backstage!"
I waved bye, walked off, and turned off my microphone. I felt Harry staring at me, but even then I didn't turn. Once I reached backstage, the lads started their next song Up All Night. Tell Me a Lie was next and quite frankly, I like the song. However I wouldn't be lying if I told Harry that he's a screwed up mess and never listens. I'll never want his kisses either and I do want my distance. The only reason why I'm leaving Harry is because of him. He's the reason why I don't want him near me right now.
Their next song was Everything About You, and I swear I could definitely feel Harry's stare for the entire song. I'm surprised the audience hasn't noticed. Maybe because the position I'm in allows him to seem as though he's staring at the crowd, when he's not. They ran off stage again to get changed for the next segment, but this time I was actually talking to Paul and how all the lads are lucky that tonight isn't the night that they are recording for their Up All Night: The Live Tour DVD.
Once again they made it on stage right before the clip was over. I swear they are faster now than when they were changing before we can to the stadium right after we showered. They sang Use Somebody, and One Thing came on right after. You know the drill by now, Harry was staring at me again. I swear this boy is annoying me tonight. Nonetheless I joined the clapping when Liam said to clap our hands. He noticed what I was doing backstage and laughed. Luckily the audience didn't hear that. Louis right after the song went to thank their band. Being the teasers they are, they started to play the beat for What Makes You Beautiful. I had a full blown fangirl moment, and I swear I think some of the audience noticed me and heard me when I was screaming and jumping up and down in my spot. Oh the lads heard me alright, and they just all tried to stifle their laughs. However, they didn't play that song.
I pouted and yelled loud enough for them and some of the audience in the front rows to hear, "You're such a tease!" Louis just cracked a smile while the audience laughed and then the lads joined them. I can't believe they only played the beat!
They played Save You Tonight right after my little moment. During my outburst I even had Paul and Simon, who were right behind me, chuckling. Hey it wasn't fair. Harry didn't look at me as much, but he did have an amused grin. I think my fangirl moment amused him. Blegh. This time right after the song Niall thanked the audience, and they started the beat again. This time I knew they were actually going to sing it, so I started screaming again and jumping around as though I was part of the crowd. My excuse? This song always gets me hyper no matter what mood I'm in. I even started to sing along with the boys, and that had Paul and Simon laughing. Harry noticed what I was doing and he just winked. During his solo he looked me straight in the eye. I couldn't help but look back and stare into his beautiful emerald green eyes.
Wait... Beautiful?! No! I'm supposed to be and at him! However, his solo still made me fangirl even more and melt inside. Great. Just great.
Right after that song, the lads ran backstage again to get changed into their formal attire. I kept squealing and jumping around. Eventually Paul and Simon forced me to sit because they thought I needed to calm down, but they didn't know that would just make me worse. After the guys went back out, they sang their song I Want. That was their last song. They got a lot of cheers and screams. I may have contributed to it.
As soon as they stepped backstage, I lunged at Liam and Niall gave them a huge hug. Then I turned to Louis and Zayn and did the same. I avoided Harry. Hey I was hyper, but not that hyper. I kept talking at top speed on how they rocked and how they were such a tease with What Makes You Beautiful. A couple of minutes after I started talking at fast speed, I heard squeals behind me.
"Liam!" I knew that squeal anywhere. I turned and sure enough there was Dani with another 2 girls I didn't know. Dani tackled Liam in a hug.
The girl with blonde hair and gorgeous blue eyes seemed familiar I think I've seen her somewhere. She lunged herself at Zayn and hugged him tight.
Finally was the girl with tan skin and beautiful light brown wavy hair. She seriously was the definition of beautiful. She lunged herself at Louis and hugged him tight.
After they congratulated them each, Louis and Zayn turned towards me. They had their arms wrapped around their own girl's waist.
Zayn said, "Ariel, this is Perrie Edwards my girlfriend. Perrie, this is Rockin' Ariel."
Perrie squealed and said that she was such a huge fan I found out that she's in the band Little Mix. So that's where I've seen her!
Louis then said, "Ariel this is-"
He got interrupted by the girl she ran and engulfed me in a hug. "My name is Eleanor Calder. I am this idiot's girlfriend I'm such a huge fan as well by the way. I love your music."
I heard Louis yell out a "hey" when she said idiot, but she calmed him down with a kiss. I didn't notice that I was standing by Harry this entire time. I quickly jumped away and said, "It's a pleasure to meet you girlies! I'm best friends with most of the people here. Right Dani?"
She squealed a yes and hugged me. I missed her as well. A couple minutes of talking to them, I excused myself to my dressing room. As soon as I walked in, I slipped out the picture of Pen I kept in back of my phone I smiled. It was the picture of both of us in the park.
I spoke to the picture and said, "Hey Pen. I miss you. Well I had my first concert today, and it was amazing! I loved the feeling of being on stage and having the crowd love me. They learned that I'm a good dancer. I did my mini revenge on Harry and Louis. I don't feel bad at all about the revenge because I had an argument with Harry. I honestly couldn't believe what he did. Actually, I can believe what he did, but what I don’t believe is that I actually thought he changed Pen. I could seriously feel my heart shatter into tiny of pieces when I read the article. And to think I was falling for him, and hard. Pen I don't want to love him, but it's just so hard. Him being next to me and not being able to talk to him is killing me. I just don't know what to do Pen. Love you and I hope you're doing well." I felt tears slip down my face and I hugged the picture. God how I missed her.
Harry's POV:
The lads and I excused ourselves from Danielle, Eleanor, and Perrie because we needed to change out of these clothes. They were going to be dried cleaned for our next concert next week. As we passed Ariel's dressing room, we heard her talking to someone, but we couldn't help but eavesdrop.
We heard her say, "Hey Pen. I miss you. Well I had my first concert today, and it was amazing! I loved the feeling of being on stage and having the crowd love me. They learned that I'm a good dancer. I did my mini revenge on Harry and Louis. I don't feel bad at all about the revenge because I had an argument with Harry. I honestly couldn't believe what he did. Actually, I can believe what he did, but what I don’t believe is that I actually thought he changed Pen. I could seriously feel my heart shatter into tiny of pieces when I read the article. And to think I was falling for him, and hard. Pen I don't want to love him, but it's just so hard. Him being next to me and not being able to talk to him is killing me. I just don't know what to do Pen. Love you and I hope you're doing well."
I felt the lads stare at me when she said that she was falling for me. What hurt me was that she was falling for me. Now because of my screw up I lost her. I can't believe she loved me. I always have to end up screwing up everything. We heard Ariel start crying, but we walked off. We knew she needed her time alone. By the time we went to back to the tour bus, Ariel's eyes were swollen and puffy. She talked to the girls normally though. She seemed to really like them, and by the looks of it, Perrie and Eleanor like her as well. Eleanor caught me looking at Ariel and she just wiggled her eyebrow. I just laughed and looked away. She acted just like Louis. It turns out that the girls will be staying with us for 2 weeks. In those 2 weeks there will be 9 people on the bus. Let's see how that goes.
Just as we were all going to start changing into our pyjamas, Simon walked in.
"Good evening lads and Ariel."
"Good evening Simon," Ariel chirped from her bunk bed.
"I have news for you. Well at least for the lads. I'm sorry Ariel, but you aren't included in this."
"It's fine Simon. I have a feeling I will be dragged along anyways." Everyone laughed at her comment while she just gave a small smile.
"Lads, I have just been informed that you will be closing the 2012 London Olympics on August 12. You will also be meeting the King and Queen during this time. Ariel, you and I will be watching from the crowd, but you too will be meeting the King and Queen. You just won't be part of the performance."
We all let out cheers and hugged one another. Ariel ran over to the girls, and they did their girlie celebration. In other words they squealed at the top of their lungs and hugged each other. Yup I think I have temporarily lost hearing.
I'll talk to Ariel soon. I need to apologize to her. I honestly hope she'll listen to me. Let's see how that goes.
A/N: Ello loves!!!! LOOOOOOOONG chapter today! :D so yes this took me awhile, but it was worth it! Btw to understand the concert scene a bit better, watch their concert movie. I highly recommend it anyways. ;)
Anyways... Happy 4th of July! I actually finished it on 4th of July, but at night. That's why I'm barely updating today. My 4th of July was quite boring. It was hot and filled with fireworks, but quite boring. How was yours? I hope more entertaining than mine.
Btw... Ariel's reactions to the WMYB tune were my reactions. XD I actually yelled that to my laptop screen when I first saw it. I mean they r such a tease! Gosh y not play the entire song then? *pouts* I got major feels during their mini clips though. Lololololol. Man I love their randomness. XD
Oh & once again... Ariel is 17 years old, not 18. I made an error in Chapter 9. I'll go back & fix it! :)
Thanks for reading guys & don't forget to audition to be Niall's gf!!!!!! Please!!!!!!!! Love ya!
-Susy
P.S. the picture on the side is Ariel's concert outfit & the video is for the song Quiet. I recommend you listen to Gonna Get Caught as well. They both great songs! Love ya & see ya in 2-4 days!!!! Toodles!!!!!!!
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