The Perfect Mistake (Larry Stylinson)

11. New Friends & Perrie's Power

"Nothing. Uh, what'dya need?" I asked nervously, rubbing the back of my neck and attempting to calm my nerves. Of course they only got worse.

"I just wanted to talk to you, get to know you better. I've been around for two weeks now and I only really know Liam... Why are you so scared of me Niall?" He interrogated, not once looking away from me. My eyes hardened and my jaw slightly clenched at the mention of Liam, but I ignored it and shrugged, folding my hands over my chest.

"I'm not scared," I defended. He let out a disbelieving laugh, crossing his arms as well.

"Oh really? That's why you practically run out of the room or hide behind Louis whenever I'm around? Yeah, you're definitely not scared of me," He challenged with a smirk. "I don't see why though. You are stronger than me and you know loads more than I do. So... Have I done something to offend you?" The smirk fell off of his face as he lowered his head, replaced with a sad frown.

"No. It's just... You're like two different people Harry," I began. His head snapped up to look at me once more when I said that and I could see the interest, fear, and curiosity burning in his eyes now.

"What do you mean?" He questioned quietly. I shrugged and let out a shaky breath, slowly walking over and sitting next to him. I made sure there was enough space between us though, mind you.

"When you're at our house or with Liam, you act like one of the coolest dudes ever. You're so happy and carefree and fun to be around. But at school... You honest to God scare the crap out of me. You just snap so easily and you're violent... Your eyes turn into a cold, icy green, if that makes sense, and all the happiness goes away. You can practically smell the fear and respect coming off of the other students when you walk by. I just don't understand why you're like this. Why not be you one hundred percent of the time Harry? Even I know this isn't the real you," I spoke, my voice slightly rising towards the end. He turned his head and stared at the ground, his shoulders drooping.

"Because... Sometimes we have to pretend to fit in," He whispered. I gave him a questioning look and he just continued staring at nothing, biting his bottom lip thoughtfully. We sat there for a few minutes in silence, me staring at him curiously and him just eating away at his bottom lip, not once looking my way. Suddenly he sighed.

"Can... Can we try and be friends Niall? I don't want you to be scared of me," He said, finally looking my way again. I cleared my throat and was the one to look away this time, mind now running a million miles per second.

Should I be friends with him? If he is telling me the truth and if I do get to know him then maybe I'll be able to find out why he acts the way he does? I doubt he'll tell me more right now...

And maybe I'll get my Lili back too? Hmm, should I...?

Oh God, I really hate being put on the spot...

After a moment of thinking I finally came to a decision, offering him a genuine smile that he returned a second later.

"I'm up for it if you are," I said, though it sounded more like a question. His smile grew and he nodded his head furiously.

"Definitely," He agreed, standing up. I stood up as well and he pulled me into a hug. I patted him on the back, hugging him as well. He pulled away after a few seconds, a massive grin on his face. He quickly glanced at his watch, lips pursing.

"Hmm... Might as well skip first period. Wanna hang out?" He asked hopefully.

"Sure," I responded, and I swear he lit up like a Christmas tree just from that simple word.

"Ok, let's go," He grinned, quickly leading me off of school property.

I really hope I made a good decision...