Chapter Eleven
Jessa's POV
Everything was going fine. Megan and I arrived at the flat and right before she was about to knock, the door flew open, revealing Niall. Guess he was waiting for us, see if we would show. He was wearing a collared red shirt with a pair of khakis. His blonde hair was a mess, as if he ran his hand through it more than a couple times. And I could feel was his electric blue eyes on me as I entered the house. I swear, whenever I see this dude I get this funny sensation in my tummy. Please don't tell me I actually like him. All I need now is to have a crush on one of the band members I hate. Uggh! Why does life have to be so complicated?!?
Anyways, we started of the evening with a simple 'Get To Know You' game. Everyone mentioned a couple of things about themselves. Might've felt like another interview for them. Hmm, maybe I should ask them that. Half way through the game I learned that Liam was afraid of spoons. How weird. But I'm guessing there's a good explanation behind it. Harry is indeed the cheeky one. For god's sake, I hope Megan's careful. He also used to work at a bakery. Wonder if he's any good. Oh, and an interesting thing yet totally bizarre that the guy loved being nude. Tell me that's not weird.
Lastly I learned that Niall wasn't kidding about Louis' love for carrots. I accidentally mentioned that I disliked carrots and Louis went all berserk on me. Finally I gave him a stupid reason which would work in his favour- that I wouldn't eat his carrots. Therefore, leaving more for himself. Louis seemed to settle at the idea. Then he said something like how his girlfriend has to love carrots and how I was all Niall's. Was I suppose to hear that? Well I could tell that I was faintly blushing Because Megan elbowed me. I just had to blush, didn't I. Curses. Niall went next. His middle name was James. I like Niall better... More unique. His parents were divorced. Aww, how sad. He lives with his dad and his older brother.
The more I learn about these guys, the more questions I have. This game was not going well. I was interrupted when my phone went off. I looked at the caller ID and smiled. It's been so long since we've talked! I can't believe it. It's him! It's Xavier. I shook my head and cursed mentally. Why was I thinking, letting the phone ring ? He might cut the call. I quickly got up and excused myself from the group. I clicked answer as I entered the hallway.
"Hello?" I asked
"Heyyyy! Long time, no talk. You know you could've told me that you weren't home. I called your place and Killian informed me that you were out. You do know this costs me money, right?" He replied.
I chuckled," You haven't changed one bit, have you? Not even with your better half, present. And indeed, I know it costs cash, but I think it's worth it to talk to me. What it's been two weeks? It's about time you got your lazy ass up and dialed my number. "
" Hey! Better half ? Pttf... You're kidding. I'm the better person, bigger one at that too. You could've called instead, you know."
" Keep dreaming, Hon. I don't know. I would've tried but my failures brought me down a tad. Every time I call, you seemed to be occupied. Anyways how's it going?"
" Canada misses you."
" I miss it too. Now give me details so I feel less homesick."
" It's the same as you left it but more boring without you."
" Aww, I love you, you know that right?"
" Every time I talk to you. I love you too. "
"You would think that distance can ruin everything."
" Jessa, it's going to take a lot more to get rid of me than a little distance. When are you coming home?"
" Are you kidding? Mum, would kill me, not to mention dad. "
" But I miss you. You're dad only cares about the money and you're mum-"
Xavier was interrupted when I heard a bang. I looked around and saw nothing. " Uhh, I got to go Xavier. I'm uhmm... Hanging out with friends."
"Friends, eh? One you like?"
" What? No! Pttf..."
"You're lying. You have a crush." He cooed.
" Shut up! Bye! Call me soon. Love you!"
" I got my own friend, no need to worry. Just make sure he treats you right!"
" Wait-What? Who? Xavier don't hang up on m-" Too late he hung up. I'm going to find out who this so called 'friend' is. Hopefully, I have a good record with her or I haven't met her. As for now... I got to take care of the bang sound. I cautiously walked around. At first I spotted nothing, then I could see a foot peeking out from behind a plant. I walked over behind the plant to only be greeted by a mop of blonde hair. Niall Horan.
" Care to explain why I was being spied on ?" I questioned him.
" I was just getting snacks." He answered, making his way to the kitchen. I followed him. I watched as he raided the kitchen for snacks. " Who was on the phone?" He said, breaking the silence.
" A friend." I replied, popping a chip into my mouth.
"Close ?"
"Very. I love him till' the end if the world. Do anything if I had to."
" Great. I like a girl who has a boyfriend." Niall muttered.
" Hold up. What did you just say? Boyfriend? You think - that I was- he was. God no. Is that why you eavesdropped? To see if I was talking to the guy I was madly in love with?!?" Me and Xavier? Ehww, I shivered at the thought. I love him, but as a boyfriend? Uggh, that's just not us. Never in the world will that happen, at least it hasn't happened yet. "Gosh Niall. I never knew it was a crime to speak to your BEST FRIEND who lives half way across the world. I don't get it. Why can't people just except that girls and guys can be friends without it resulting in a relationship? "
Niall looked like I just slapped him in the face. " I-I didn't know. J-just assumed." He stammered.
" Assumed that saying I miss you and I love you to someone over the phone suddenly makes he or she your soul mate? Can't believe this." I said, rolling my eyes. I'm not mad, just annoyed. I honestly couldn't blame him. He didn't hear the answers coming from the other end if the phone just me talking. If I heard him talk like that I'm pretty sure I would've come to a conclusion similar to him. " Look Niall, I like you enough to actually come. Don't know why I like you, but I do and if you're going to accuse me of liking every guy I talk to, I can honestly say it's going to get complicated. Anyways, the guy on the phone was Xavier. That's his name. He's from Texas but moved to Canada in third grade. We became friends after a school skating trip and haven't been separated yet. That is until now. So every time he calls I get excited and all. Friendship can take you a long way. Alright ? We good? "
" I'm sorry. I didn't mean to... Yeah, we're good. So you like me? Well, I guess all that kidnapping worked out. " Niall said wiggling his eyebrows.
I shoved him, " Just get the food and I'll get the drinks." I didn't deny that I actually liked him because I'm confused if we're in more of a friends zone or beyond that. It's . . . what's the word . . . right. Confusing.
By the time we got back, Zayn and Megan had gone. Guess they were all waiting for me to return so I could go.
" What took you so long?" Zayn asked.
" I got hung up on the phone and then I helped Niall with the snacks." I replied.
" Who were you talking to?" Harry said.
" Xavier."
" And you got off the phone that quick? Wow, that's a miracle. " Megan exclaimed.
" It's not a miracle. Gosh. Plus, I only got off because Niall interrupted."
" You're kidding. Niall, you are something... she's usually on the phone for hours when he calls."
I rolled my eyes. " Who is this... Xavier, we are discussing?" Liam questioned.
" My best friend. Sorry, I kind of jump every second he calls, 'cause it's not a lot."
" Whatever. Back to the game! You're up next, Jessa." Leave it to Louis to change the topic fully.
"Alright, then. Where to start? Uhmm, I'm a Canadian-Indian, meaning that I was born in Canada but my background is India. And no, that doesn't mean I'm a fugitive or rebel." I said, predicting the question that was going to come out of Louis' mouth. " Uhmm, I like sports, especially hockey, though that's fairly obvious. I'm in year 12. I have a brother and a sister. I like purple. Have a very distinct taste in music. Oh, and I love reading, as well. What else? Uh, I can't think of anything."
" Doesn't tell us much. Hey! What if we ask questions and you answer?" Liam suggested.
I nodded in agreement. " Hmm, what about - How old were you when you had your first kiss?" Harry asked.
Yup, ask the question that includes my love life and no one knows the answer to, here in London. I avoided until now, but eh? Who cares, can't change anything, right? Rather answer the truth, then keep a lie going. I chose my next words carefully, " I guess you'll just have to wait and see."
" What do you mean?" Zayn questioned.
Ahh, had to ask. I'll just come out and say it, " What I mean is that, I never had my first kiss. "
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A/N - hmmm ... new character! thoughts? Xavier . . . based on mi real bestie in life xD
ohhh . . . first kiss . . . not a biggie to everyone right?
anyone willing to give me a hug? i feel a tad lonely these days . . .
anyways hope i didnt kill yuh
- le_weirdo_thanuja