Niall's P.O.V.
I woke up from my doze, unable to sleep any longer. I looked over at the clock and read 4:05 a.m. then over at the empty spot next to me. "Delilah?" I called. No answer. But I heard little noises coming from the bathroom, so I got up to investigate. I opened the door and switched the light on, and much to my surprise Delilah was huddled in a blanket in the corner of the room.. crying. "Delilah? Delilah! Why are you crying?" I asked frantically, pulling her head against my chest and engulfing her in my arms. "I j-just, I don't w-want to leave y-you." she stuttered, her breathe catching. " I know baby, I know. I don't want to leave you either." I wishpered soothingly. After a few minutes of us rocking back and forth she calmed down and pulled away, looking down. I put my finger under her chin and lifted her head up to look at me. "Look at me princess. It will be okay, I promise. I love you." I said pulling her into my arms and putting my cheek on the top of her hair. "I swear everything will be okay." I muttered, as she nuzzled into my chest. "I love you too Niall, forever." she mumbled, before beginning to snore lightly. I carefully moved her and picked her up bridal style, carrying her to the bed. I got in beside her, and put my arm around her waist and pulled her close. I nuzzled my face into her neck and just held her like I would never see her again, which after today I wouldn't for a very long time.
Delilah's P.O.V.
I woke up to my alarm blaring, startling me awake and making me jump. I felt Niall's arm tighten around me, as he reached over me and hit the snooze button. I rolled over after checking the clock that said 6:00 a.m. and just stared at him, trying to memorize every inch of his face, even though I already knew it better than the back of my own hand. I looked into his deep blue eyes, then trailed my eyes down his jawline, and up to his messy bedhead, then at the contoures of his nose, then finally his lips. I brought my hand up and put my fingers on his lips, letting them linger for a moment as I shut my eyes. I opened my eyes to see his closed, and a fresh tear trailing down his cheek. I moved my thumb and wiped it away, pressing my lips into a thin line. He oped his eyes and then leaned over, pressing his lips to mine softly. It was a sweet kiss, not a passion filled one. This kiss was full of love, and I felt it in my bones. After a few minutes I pulled back and sighed. "I have to finish packing..." I wishpered. He nodded and I rolled out of bed, walking into the bathroom to fix myself. Since I was going to be on a plane for hours, I decided to put on a pair of old sweats and one of Niall's sweatshirts. My hair was already in a messy bun so I just left it and dabbed a little concealer on the shadows under my eyes, after wiping off my smudged makeup from crying last night. Or this morning? Whatever, you know what I mean. I put the makeup and my pajamas from last night in my little duffel bag along with all of my chargers. I took the duffel into my room and dropped it on the floor. Niall was laying in bed with his head under a pillow. I shook my head and looked at the clock. It said 7:13 a.m. That meant my mom and little sister would be here in about 2 hours to say goodbye and then Niall would take me to the airport at 10, because my flight left at 11:00. I walked over to my now empty closet- except for Niall's clothes- and grabbed the pair of black flip flops I left out. I walked over to the bed and sat down, rubbing Niall's bare back. "Sweetheart? I need you to help me carry my bags to the car." I said softly. He sighed and sat up, rubbing his eyes. He rolled out of bed as I put my flip flops on. He slipped on his Adidas and grabbed my 2 huge suitcases, leaving me to grab my duffel and my guitar. I sighed as I walked down the stairs of my apartment, dreading getting on that plane in a few hours. I walked out to the car and threw my duffel in the trunk and put my guitar, Hanley, in the backseat. It was just a regular acoustic, but covered with grafitti from me and Niall. Lyrics, love notes, and inspirational quotes making up most of what was written. Niall shut the trunk and grabbed my hand, scurrying inside before any neighbors came out and saw him shirtless. When we got inside he stopped and spun to face me. "Close your eyes." he told me softly. I did as I was told and he grabbed my hand, guiding me to what I guessed was the living room. He sat me down on the couch and there was a noise of the linen closet opening and being shut. "Open your eyes." he said. I did as I was told and he was in front of me, holding out a small box wrapped in bright blue metallic wrapping paper. "What is it?" I asked stupidly. He smirked and said, "Well open it and you'll find out." I took it from him and slowly unwrapped the little box, and took of the smooth white lid off. I gasped. "Niall.. What-" I got cut off by him saying "Before you say anything, yes its my grandmothers favorite ring. She passed it down to me to give to you, and no one else. She really has- had a liking for you." he said with a pained expression. "But I added something. Look on the inside of the ring." he said excitedly. I looked at ring, trying to find what he did. When I finally found it, I grinned. It was a little infinity sign, right under where the colorful jeweled flower was placed. I looked up and saw Niall, sitting there with his guitar. He wasn't paying attention, so when I tackled him into a bone crushing hug he jumped and we fell backwards, somehow miraculously sparing the guitar he had named Riot. "Thank you." I said, happy crying, "You're very welcome, princess." he grinned. "So um, could you sit back on the couch? I have one more thing to do." he asked laughing. I nodded and complied, crossing my legs under me. He tuned his guitar, cleared his throat, and sang me a song that was pretty appropriate for the situation we were in.
Waking up without you
It doesn't feel right
To sleep with only memories
It's harder every night
Sometimes I think I can feel you breathing on my neck
Tonight I'm reaching out to the stars
I think that he owes me a favor
It doesn't matter where you are
I'll hold you again
I wish I could hear your voice
And don't leave me alone in this bed
I wish I could touch you once more
And don't leave me alone in this bed
Not tonight, not tomorrow
I've got the feeling that this will never cease
Living in these pictures
It never comes with ease
I swear that if I could make this right
You'd be back by now
Tonight I'm screaming out to the stars
He knows he owes me a favor
It doesn't matter where you are
You'll be mine again
I wish I can hear your voice
And don't leave me alone in this bed
I wish I could touch you once more
And don't leave me alone in this bed
What about the plans that we had
We'd been crazy not to go
Meet me in capeside
I wish I can hear your voice
And don't leave me alone in this bed
I wish I could touch you once more
And don't leave me alone in this bed
Don't leave me alone, don't leave me alone
Don't leave me alone in this bed
Don't leave me alone, don't leave me alone
Don't leave me alone in this bed
I was in tears by the time he finished the song. I waited for him to put the guitar down before tackling him this time. I threw myself at his sitting figure and we tumbled back once again. I kissed him passionately and he pulled away and said "I think your family is here." knock knock knock "Shit." I muttered. I hopped up and helped him to his feet before walking over towards the door. I answered and immediately was engulfed in a motherly hug. "Hi Mom." I said simply. I reached over and tousled my baby sister's hair. "Hey Ray." I teased. "Screw off." she grinned. She is my 14 year old little sister and she is a lot like me, except with bright cherry red hair and a lip piercing. I only have a nose and monroe piercing. "Are you packed already? Do you have everything? Toothbrush? Wallet?" my mom interupted, immediately going mom mode. "Yes mom." I rolled my eyes. Niall had been quiet for the whole exchange, just smirking at me. I stuck my tongue out at him and turned to my little sister. Despite being 5 years younger, we were the same height. "You'll keep him in check right?" I asked, nudging her. She nodded and smiled, blue eyes glinting with amusement. Ray suddenly looked at me with tears in her eyes. She flew at me with a hug and wrapped her arms around my neck. She began to sob and I patted her back, soothing her. Sh rarely showed this much emotion in front of people and it took us all off guard. "Shh shh its okay. I'll come back, don't worry." I reassured her. She nodded and began to calm down. My mother had tears in her eyes so I held out an arm and she joined in the hug. I held out my other arm and stared at Niall, watching him as he joined the small group crying session we had. 20 minutes and several tissues later Ray and my mom were walking out the door to their car, yelling their last goodbyes. "I love you! I'll call you when I get there Mom!" I yelled. "I love you too sweetie! I'll miss you!" she replied. I waved and sent Ray a little heart hand signal and she rolled her eyes and did it back. They drove off and I walked back inside, shutting the door and leaning against it. Niall came up and gave me this "You okay?" look. I nodded and sighed, leaning aginst his firm chest. "We should probably go shouldn't we?" I mumbled into his chest. He sighed and I felt him nod. I pulled away and walked into the living room, putting my phone and iPod into my sweatpants pocket. He followed me and I said "Well.. people probably wouldn't appreciate it too much if we did this at the airport so.. Come here." I said quietly. He walked forward and immediately smashed his lips against mine, his arms going around my waist while mine went around his neck. We kissed passionately and before I knew it he had me up against the wall, desperately trying to be as close as possible to me. I squeezed him tighter against me and he grunted at the sudden squish. I pulled away and put my forehead on his and said, "I love you Niall. So much. Infinity remember?" I giggled, gesturing to the ring on my right ring finger. "I love you too." he replied, kissing my cheek. We pulled apart and I walked to our room, checking that I hadn't forgotten anything. He went with me everywhere, but I didn't complain. We had little time left, we needed to be with eachother as much as possible before our time was up. After one last last look at our apartment, we went and got into the car. The car ride to the airport was silent, but we were always holding hands, always touching. When we got there, I pulled out my guitar and my duffel while he got my suitcases. We walked in silence to where you get your luggage checked. We went through all the motions and too quickly we were at the gate where my plane was parked, and was currently boarding. Having only my duffel bag as my carry on, I slung it over my shoulder, feeling the teddy bear Niall bought me awhile ago bump my back. I threw my arms around him and immediately began repeating the same 2 phrases over and over. "I love you. I'll miss you." and he repeated them back. After a breif but passionate kiss a voice came from the intercom and said "Flight to New York City almost done boarding." I panicked and looked at Niall, already crying my eyes out. He squeezed me ina tight hug as he whispered reassurances in my ear. I pulled back and kissed him lightly, saying "I love you." one last time before hurrying through thte gate. He yelled "I love you too! Call me when you land!" I turned around and nodded, flashing a quick but small smile and hurried onto the plane. I put my carry on bag in the compartment and sat in my seat, exausted. The usual announcements came on, and I did as instructed. After awhile I heard a voice next to me. "Hi. Are you okay?" it was a concerned, sweet voice. I opened my eyes and looked at the seat next to me and saw a girl about my age, with brown hair and caramel colored eyes. "Yeah just hard leaving everyone I love behind." I whispered. She nodded and said, "I know how it feels. I have to do that every time I leave to go back to Juliard." My ears instantly perked up. "Wait like Juliard Music School?" I questioned. She nodded and i said "That's where I'm going!" she grinned and said "Well you officially know one student from there. My name is Chase. Chase Thompson." "I'm Delilah." I smiled. She nodded and smiled, but didn't say anything else. I shut my eyes and leaned my head back. I already miss him so much. My last thought was of Niall before I fell asleep on my long ride to New York.