-Harry's POV-
"Come on fellas!"
We have just few hours before Ava's gig, and I still have not gotten the lads to stop playing around so we can finish recording this song and head out. With how long it takes Zayn to get ready, we need to go now, or we will never make it there in time.
Louis and Niall continue to ignore me, kicking a ball back and forth to each other in the small studio. Zayn is still on his phone, talking to Perrie for the fifth time today. At least Liam looks as annoyed as I do.
"Harry's right lads, now let's get this done so we can go." Liam says.
Zayn begrudgingly ends his call and walks over to the booth. Louis and Niall of course ignore both Liam and I, and continue to kick the ball between them, managing to knock a few instruments over in the process.
Liam raises his voice to get their attention. "Now!"
Niall laughs, but stops immediately, jogging over and joining us in the booth. Louis follows behind him, saluting Liam as he passes "Yes sir, Daddy D!"
Liam rolls his eyes, following the rest of us into the booth.
Thirty minutes later, after fighting with Louis and Zayn for ten minutes to get them to stop joking around, the song is finally recorded.
As we walk down the hallway toward the car park outside the studio, we finalize our plans for this evening. Liam as usual takes charge.
"Everyone needs to be to the bar by 9. I've sent the address to all your phones." He then directs his attention to Zayn. "And don't be late."
"Calm down mate, I'll be there on time." Zayn defends himself.
"Good. And don't forget we have that club opening to attend after. There will be press so everyone needs to be on their best behavior."
Louis just scoffs, while the rest of us nod our heads. I totally forgot about the club opening tonight. "Hey mates, do you find if I invite Ava and her friends?"
"Are any of them hot?" Niall asks, everyone chuckling at him. "What? I plan on getting right pissed tonight and having some proper fun."
Louis can't contain his laughter. "Please mate! You are all piss and no wind. You don't have the bollocks to make a move resulting in 'proper fun'!" He puts his fingers up in air quotes.
"Sod off Louie!"
"Okay lads, enough!" I laugh, knowing Louis is spot on about Niall. "So can I or not?"
I get several 'of course' and 'sure' in response. Pulling out my phone, I shoot Ava a text.
To Ava: Hiiiii Ava. Just checking in to see how you are doing. I know you are probably nervous for tonight, but you will do ace. We are all routing for you. -H xx
We walk outside to the car park, and are immediately surrounded by fans. It's always a bit surprising, no matter how many times this happens. We all stop and take a few pictures then we are rushed into the back of several cars by security. Sliding into the back seat, my phone dings.
Ava McCain
One New Text Message
~That is so sweet of you! Yes, I'm VERY nervous. But don't worry, I'm not to the point of fleeing the country or anything. Not yet anyway. :)
To Ava: Haha good. The lads and I are going to a club opening tonight after your show. Would love for you and your mates to join us. -H
~That sounds awesome! I'm sure they would all love to go. Thanks for the invite. :)
To Ava: No problem love. I'm glad our night won't end so early this time. I will see you soon. -H xx
~Ditto
I can't help but chuckle at her response.
"Bro, you've got it bad." I completely forgot Louis was sitting next to me, no doubt looking over my shoulder this whole time.
"Don't know what you're talking about."
"Please mate, you fancy her. It's obvious." Louis laughs at my wretched attempt to sound serious.
"Whatever Louis." I say, jumping out of the car as we pull up to my flat. "I'll see you tonight."
"Until tonight, lover-boy." Louis laughs and winks at me.
I flick Louis off over my shoulder as I jog up to my flat.
Less than a few hours later, we are all standing at the bar ordering drinks. Ava's friends got here a few moments ago, saying Ava had ran backstage. Poppy and Freya are currently flirting with Niall, whom they both quickly found out is single. Poor Niall looks a little bewildered, and I can't blame him, not with those two women. Louis and Zayn are standing to the side laughing at him, while Liam and Parker are bonding over their shared love of Funky Buddha, a nightclub Liam just can't seem to get enough of.
After grabbing his drink, Finn rescues Niall from Poppy and Freya, who quickly lose interest when they begin discussing football. I chuckle over the relieved look on Niall's face. Poor lad doesn't realize the night he's up for with those two woman.
For some reason I'm nervous. I really hope the lads see the potential in Ava that I do. They all seemed pretty excited when I told them about her. I really think she could be just what our next album needs. And I wouldn't mind getting to know her more. Alot more in fact... Looking into her eyes, I can tell there's so much there that she's afraid to show. I want to find out exactly what that is. And god, shes beautiful....
I decide to run to the loo to splash some water on my face, hoping it will help wash away some of the unholy thoughts going through my head.
Returning from the loo, I see her. Her back is towards me and she is talking to Louis. That can't be good. But, Wow she is sooooo fit. So much for splashing water on my face. She is wearing a white dress, thats loose on top, but reveals some skin on her sides and her back. It then gets tighter around her bum and legs. Hugging her curves perfectly.
I tear my eyes away from her body and focus on what Louie is saying to her. "-shut up about you. And now I can see why." F.uck Louis! Seriously!? He continues on as I rush up to them. "My mate has quite a bit of a cru-"
Stopping right behind Ava, I cut him off. "Louis!"
Ava's jumps in front of me, and I immediately feel badly for scaring her. I shoot Louie a death glare, hoping he gets the point to shut his arse up.
He looks scared about half a second before he begins to laugh. "Calm down mate! Was just getting to know Ava here!"
As I'm giving Louie another look to say shut up now or I will beat the shite out of you, Ava turns around. Her mouth drops open slightly when she see me, and I can't keep mine from doing the same. Her hair is in soft waves, and her face is flawless. Wow shes beautiful. I look down at her and give her one my biggest smiles.
"Hello Ava, you look absolutely stunning." I can't help letting my eyes linger up and down her body once more before pulling her into a hug. Her hair smells like coconuts. I let her go and look back down at her, with what I'm sure is a stupid grin on my face.
"T-thank's Harry. Thanks so much for coming tonight, this is just so crazy, I can't believe it." She shyly smiles up at me.
Before I can say anything else, a woman on the stage yells at her saying she needs to go backstage. Ava calls back to her then looks down at her hands, which are shaking uncontrollably. I want to just sit down and pull her into my lap, letting her know it will all be okay and I'm there for her. Deciding that would be a bit awkward, I instead just place a hand on each of her shoulders.
"Ava, please stop worrying. You'll do smashing. I just know it." I try to sound convincing as possible, cause I know she will do amazing.
She takes a deep breath, "Thanks Harry. I hope so."
I give her another quick squeeze, then direct her towards the stage door. "Now get up there and kill it."
She begins to head towards the door, weaving in and out of the crowd. A group of lads whistle at her as she walks past. I have the sudden urge to go beat the piss of them, but go against my better judgment. 'Harry Styles Involved in Bar Fight' is not a headline I want to wake up to tomorrow morning.
A few minutes later, Poppy follows Ava backstage, no doubt knowing she will need a push to get onstage. We all make our way to a table in the middle of the room as the current song ends, alerting us that Ava is up next.
I sit down just as Ava appears on stage, walking towards her piano. She looks a fright, but I know she will be fine as soon as she starts to play. Her small hands shake as she sits down and pulls the microphone to her.
"I'm A-ava McCain. The first song I'm going to sing tonight is one I wrote right after I c-came to London. I hope you enjoy it.. It's called Wrecking Ball."
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