That night we began to watch a movie, and I cuddled up with Austin. It hurt me so much knowing that in a week Austin and I would have to be done with eachother, whether we wanted that or not. So, now I am resting my head on his chest and never wanting to let go.
"Hey, baby, what's wrong?" he whispered.
"I'm fine, just tired. You know, tour life really takes it out of you," I lied.
That was the farthest from the truth, but the truth was so clearly written in the text that was on my phone and burning a hole in my pocket. I closed my eyes, but quickly regretted my decision as the text flashed in my mind.
"I expect the crush you have on Austin is real and honest, but so is mine. And when I want something, I get it. When this week is over, I should know Austin is crying, see I am not that cynical I am giving you a week. bonus points for him having to go to his room. Happy games!" -anon
Anger flooded through me as I thought about it. Games?! This is some game to this person! My heart has to break and I break someone else's and this person is acting like this is a game.
"Hey, do you wanna go talk?" he asked.
"No, just stay here and hold me," I said, sounding so vulnerable.
He nodded, and held me with no more questions. I relaxed slightly in his grip. Even with this creepy unknown person texting me, I still felt safe in his arms. I felt his lips very briefly on my head and my eyes began to close. Sleep quickly took over, and I didn't fight it.
"No, stop!" I screeched, thrashing my arms around.
"Liz, sh, it is alright, you're safe," a voice whispered, trying to sooth me.
"No, go away!" I yelled, popping up on the couch and trying to get away from Austin.
"Hey, sh, its okay. You're safe," he repeated, inching closer to me.
I looked around and realized that no one was in the room, but Austin and me.
"Come here," he said soothinly and opening his arms.
I quickly crawled across the couch and into his arms. My sobs quickly began to subside as hiccups took their place.
"W-where is everyone?" I asked.
"They all went to sleep. It is almost 4 in the morning," he said, stroking my hair.
"Why are you up?" I asked, wiping my nose with my hand and sat up with him following my movements.
"Well, you see, I was sleeping really well, until this girl smacked me pretty hard on the cheek," he said, wrapping a blanket around me and holding me.
"Sorry," I said, looking up at him through my eyelashes.
"Hey, don't be sorry. I had to go to bathroom anyways, you just helped me move and get up faster," he chuckled, winking at me.
I giggled and slapped him on the chest, before snuggiling into his chest.
"Do you want to go back to your room and sleep?" he asked, gently.
"No, can you stay with me?" I asked, sounding more desperate than I meant to.
"Of course," he said and I could hear the slight worry in his tone.
I took a deep breath and wrapped my arms around his torso as he laid down. We ended up in a position where my back was against the back of the couch with my head tucked beneath his chin, and his arm draped loosly around my waist. My eyes began to droop and the darkness of sleep took me over.
"Hey, wake up," a soft voice whispered.
I hummed a response as I snuggled closer to my pillow, except my pillow began chuckiling. It took me a moment to remember everything that happened the night before, and opened my eyes.
"What time is it?" I yawned, rubbing my eyes with the back of my hands.
"Almost 10," Austin said, sitting up so I fell in his lap.
"Well, then I know we can't be the only ones up," I giggled.
"You're right," he chuckled. "They are in the kitchen area."
We got up and headed that way. I heard my phone ding, annoucing a text and I internally groan and wished it had died during the night. Before I read the text though, I saw I had an instagram notification.
"foodlover95- oh look I caught a cute one. -AustinMahone"
"Aww, Austin," I smiled.
"Oh you saw," he blushed, scratching his neck.
"Yea, you tagged me," I laughed, kissing his cheek.
"I know, I just didnt know you got the notification," he said, kissing my cheek.
I blushed, before remembering that I had a message waiting for me.
"Aw, cute little moment. Except, I see a smile on his face and no tears. 5 days, tick tock." -anon
I internally groaned.
"I will be right back guys, I am going to go plug my phone in," I said, walking to my room with no other explanation.
I placed my phone on the charger and walked back out, hoping I could just forget about the text messages for a bit.
"Hey," El said as I sat at the table.
"Morning," I smiled, grabbing some food.
"Rested?" Niall asked.
"Yea, didn't realize how tired I was, I guess," I said, smiling.
"Yea, you were out pretty fast," Li chuckled.
I laughed, and began eating along with everyone else. When it came to staying in hotels while on tour, it seemed to be that we either had fun days or boring days, there were very few inbetween days. A lot of that though depending on how the boys were feeling, because sometimes they were just too tired to do anything.
"So, what are we doing today?" I asked, looking around the table at the seperate faces.
"Um, I was wondering if it was okay if I invited Alex over?" Austin answered.
"Yea, I don't see why not," Zayn said, the others backing him up with nods of agreement.
He smiled, and in that moment I realized two major things. One, he really does care about his friends, and two, there was no way I could break his heart before the end of this week, or ever.
"One more thing," Ausitn bega, biting his lip and visually more nervous than the first question.
"Yes?" Dani asked, prompting him to continue.
"Can I take Liz for the day? You know, show her around my hometown?" he asked, blushing as he looked down a bit.
"Yea, I don't see why not. You know the rules, careful of crowds, keep an eye on her and how are you guys getting around?" Louis asked, going into father mode.
"Alex has a car, and I will ask if we can use it," he said, matter-of- fact.
"Then have her home no later than midnight, if you have the car,"El butted in, winking at me.
I covered up my giggle as the guys coughed simaltaniously, knowing they were not expecting that. However, I knew they weren't mad, because I had been talking to them and buttering them up to a new and later curfew. As of now, El had my back on it and I was so greatful for it. I also knew that the chances of us staying out that late were very slim.
"Of course," Austin nodded, taking out his phone to text Alex.
"Thank you," I mouthed, smiling at El.
She nodded in acknowledgement, and smiled knowingly. Now, it was my turn to blush and look at the plate of food in front of me. I slightly jumped at the feeling of a soft hand being placed on my thigh, but smiled and laced my fingers with his.
"So, when will he be here, do you think?" I asked, looking over at Austin.
"Well, he said he will be here in about 30," he said, pocketing his phone in his basketball shorts.
"Alright, well, I am going to go change," I said, finishing my breakfast.
I got up and walked back to my room, and was pleased to see that my phone had no new messages. Maybe, just maybe, anonymous was not going to text me, and I could figure out a way to fix all this before doing something I didn't want to do. Walking to my suitcase, I shifted through my clothes, before finally finding my favorite high-waisted blue jean shorts and a button up tank that ties at the bottom. After, gathering my clothes, I threw my hair up into a messy high bun and hopped in the shower, deciding not to wash my hair. While in the shower, I quickly shaved and scrubbed my body, before wrapping my towel around my body and getting dressed. After brushing my teeth, and hair, I decided to braid my hair to the side quickly, knowing that Alex would be here soon, if not already.
"Sorry, that took a little longer than I meant to," I said, walking out to the others.
"That's fine. Are you ready?" Austin asked.
"Yea," I smiled, pocketing my phone.
I said bye to everyone, and walked out of the hotel with Austin and Alex.
"Hey," Alex smiled as we walked to his car.
"Hey," I smiled, following them. "Where are we going to first, boys?"
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Well, what did you guys think? Do you think Liz is going to figure out a way to get out of this, or will she have to break up with Austin? How will touring the town go? This chapter is dedicated to: @AmieMorrin (It will not let me fully dedicate the chapter for some reason -.-)
Stay Strong,
xElisex