"- About that, I have bad news to tell you. First, his health is no longer in danger, but he needs a lot of rest. We don't know the reasons for his sleeplessness, so he was given medication for anxiety and to sleep better. But the problem is that the rhythm of your tour is not recommended in he's state. I know it's complicated but for his good I think you should postpone your tour to let him rest for at least 1 month. Confessed the doctor
- I think everyone will agree that Brad's health is more important than the tour. So it's decided we will try to shift everything by a month. Announced Joe
- Brad is going to blame himself. Murmured Tristan
- Yes. He is not going to agree, he will not want to disappoint the fans. Said James who heard him
- It's for his own good ... I intervened "
The doctors let us into the room, it hurt to see Brad in this state but at least he was fine. We stayed for a good hour with the guys before leaving him alone.
* 3 day ellipse *
We've been spending our days at Brad's bedside with the boys for 3 days, and it's today that the doctors decided to wake him up. So we got up early to go see him when he woke up.
It was with surprise that we noticed that he was already awake. So I quickly entered his room. When he saw me, his eyes lit up and I ran to hug him as hard as I could.
" - You scared me...
- I'm sorry Mia. I stepped aside for the boys to say hello. They hugged
- Never do that again, man. We were in a panic when we saw you fall. Confessed Connor
- Really, I'm sorry. I should have gone to a doctor
- We all blame ourselves for not having noticed what state you were in. Especially Mia. Added James
- James! I railed
- It's not your fault it's me who fucked up by going to see no one And Mia, you told me a long time so that I went to see a doctor so you don't have to blame yourself
- In any case pay attention to you! I don't want to relive that anymore. Added Tris
- It's okay ! I'm fine and we're going to be able to resume the tour as if nothing had happened. Oh damn but we had to cancel at least 4 concerts because of me! Brad said. And that's when we all looked at each other to find out who would announce it. Brad saw our heads. What? Why are you all looking at yourself like that?
- Okay Brad... James spoke. The doctors have said that you need rest and they recommend giving you a 1 month break. So Joe made the decision to postpone the rest of the tour for a month.
- What? But this is out of the question. Have you thought about the fans ?!
- And you, did you think about the people around you? Do you think it felt good to see you pass out? I never want to relive that again and if for that you have to take a month-long break, you will take that break. I know you're disappointed but your health is more important Brad and you know it. I intervened
- I ... Okay. He gave in
- Apparently you can go out tomorrow. Joe has already taken our plane tickets to England. Said Con »
We spent the day talking to him, he was disappointed but he's okay. It was good to see him with a better face than the last days. Finally we decided to let him sleep. I kissed him gently and we left his room to go back to the hotel. My room was empty without him. I couldn't wait to get back to London so I could sleep with him again.
The night passed quickly and I was excited that Brad would come out of the hospital and also go back to London.
So we went to pick him up in front of the big building before heading to the airport.
"Are you sure you took all my things well? Asked Brad for the 15th time. Yeah, since he did not come back through the hotel, we had to pack his bags.
- Yes Brad we took everything! Aside from your old teddy bear, it was left at the hotel. Told him James as seriously as possible
- WHAT? HAVE YOU ABANDONED BOBY ?! He screamed, shocked. And that's when we burst out laughing at his exaggerated reaction
- Calm down, it's right there. And I took it out of my bag to accompany my words. He took it and hugged it tight it was adorable "
We talked for a while before I fell asleep deeply.
But I was awakened by two big bullies who shook me. So I hit Tris and Con's head while they announced that we had arrived. Still struck by my brutal awakening, I hardly got up to get out of the plane and put my feet on English soil.
I was glad I got home but I didn't know what was going to happen now. Was I need looking for a new apartment? Anyway, for that first evening, we all went to the boys' apartment. I joined the room where I had spent a few days before the tour. I had barely put my suitcases on the ground when the boys called me in the living room.
"You really can't do without me I see. I laughed
- While you were sleeping-
- And snored. Connor cut Brad off which cost him a pat on the head
- Like I said, while you were sleeping on the plane, we had a lot of time to chat with the guys and we had an idea.
- Tell me
- We know that you're not comfortable here knowing that you don't pay anything. So we figured that since you're part of the family now, we could officially put your name on the apartment papers so that you become our roommate. That way you would pay the rent with us and still live here. It would officially be your home. James told me
- Is that ... Is that serious?
- Of course. And anyway now that you're with Brad, you're going to have the same room so it's cool! Added Tris
- Thanks guys it really touches me. I took them all in my arms and ended up with kissing Brad. "
I was still talking to the boys when Brad left because he got a call on his phone. Speaking of the phone, I haven't received a message from the stranger since Bradley made me a surprise before the concert. I hope it's over for good. My boyfriend came back a few minutes later
"- It was my mother. He told us
- What did she want? Asked Tris
- She wants me to go back to Birmingham for the next month. She thinks I could rest better there
- Oh it's true that I think it would do us all good to go back with our family during this break. James added as I lowered my head
- I'm happy for you it will do you good. I smiled thinly
- You are not going to stay here alone Mia. Said Con
- Actually, I was going to talk to you about it later, but my family knows I'm with you and they proposed that you come with us for the month. Of course it's as you want, I'm not forcing you. Offered me my boyfriend
- I don't know what to say ... It's really nice from your family and I accept the invitation with pleasure. I was smiling
- Well, well, I don't think we're going to unpack our bags. Are we all leaving tomorrow morning? Asked Tristan
- Yes. Everyone answered "
We were all tired because of the jet lag and the time it was. So we went to bed. I lay down in bed and Bradley joined me a few seconds later. He pulled me against him and we fell asleep.
The next day, we all got up quite early. Tristan was the first to leave. We gave him a big hug promising to meet again in the month. Then it was Con's turn. I gave him a kiss on the cheek before taking him in my arms, I would miss him. And finally James hit the road. I hugged him for a long time, it was the first time that I was going to be separated from my friends for so long. I told him to say hello to Kirstie and he leaves. As for Brad and I, we set off around noon. Bradley said we had about three hours on the road. I had to drive the start of the trip and him the end. I had been driving for 2 hours and Brad was sleeping. I didn't want to wake him up but I didn't know the way so I woke him up so he could drive the time he had left.
The closer we got to Brad's house, the more I stressed. It hadn't been long since I was with Brad and it was early to meet his family. My boyfriend noticed it, he put his hand on my thigh and caressed it gently with his thumb
"- It's going to be fine, my family is adorable. And you are wonderful, I know they will love you.
- But a month is a long time Brad, I don't want to impose myself at your house
- Calm down. It's gonna be fine and at least we can spend a lot of time together.
- Yes, you're right ... Will your sister be there?
- I think so, they all saw the video where I passed out on stage and they are worried. Besides, it's been a long time since I saw her
- Okay. I said totaly stressed
We arrived in front of a pretty little house in a fairly quiet area. As soon as we stepped out of the car, a woman got out of the house and ran to my boyfriend to hug him.
" - Hi Mom ! Said Brad enthusiastically hugging his mother.
- I missed you, it's been at least 4 months since you didn't come! She exclaimed.
- Mom, I present to you Mia, my girlfriend. Brad said coming closer to me
- Oh hello Mia, I'm so happy to meet you! She came to hug me. I don't reacted too much, not being used to being so close to a stranger
- Hello Madam. I said smiling
- Oh god call me Anne-Marie. You are beautiful !
- Thank you very much. I told her"
Suddenly a golden retriever came out of the house and ran towards Brad
" - Jess !!! Brad screamed. Mia I present to you Jesse, the nicest dog in the world. I caressed her a few minutes before Anne-Marie spoke
- Follow me inside, Mia, I'm going to introduce my husband and daughter. I felt Brad's hand take mine and that contact reassured me. He pulled me inside and I found myself in front of a man who looked like Brad
- Hello, I'm Derek, Brad's father. He said
- Mia, his girlfriend. I smiled, shaking his hand. "
Brad chatted with his parents while I was just standing beside him embarrassed. I was part of the conversation from time to time but always stayed out of the way, I was happy to see Brad with his family, he was fulfilled. After a few minutes we heard footsteps on the stairs and a young woman approached and came to embrace strongly Brad
"- Nat !!!! How are you ?
- Great and you little brother? She said before turning to me and staring at me. Oh but you must be Mia! Brad has told me so much about you. You are even more beautiful than what he had described to me.
- Thank you ! I am very happy to meet you. I confessed to her. She had the thing to make me comfortable
- So kids I cooked a meal all day so come to the table. Said Brad's mother "
We all sat at the table and his mother brought the dish. Brad's family was really nice and they did everything to make me comfortable, which I appreciated
"So Mia what job do you do? Asked Derek
- I worked in an instrument store but since I met Brad I replace their instrument technician
- Oh and besides how did you meet my brother? Asked Nathalie
- Uh, we ran into on the street and we met again when he came to buy a guitar in my store. I said looking at Brad
- But tell me Mia it doesn't bother you parents that you don't take advantage of this month to spend time with them? Anne-Marie asked. Panicked I started to stare at Brad
- Mom... please stop with your questions. Brad told her
- Bradley, she's a big girl, besides I'm just asking a question. She replied not understanding the situation
- Yes but- I cut Brad and took a deep breath
- My father abandoned us very young and my mother died a few months ago. I confessed in a small voice
- Oh my god I'm sorry I shouldn't have insisted... She apologized
- Do not worry. I am much better thanks to your son. I said and Brad put his hand on my thigh "
After this little moment of discomfort, they stopped asking me questions about my life and we finished eating in fun. When I was done, I helped Anne-Marie to clear the table while Brad was fighting with his sister.
"- I'm glad he ran into someone like you. You have your feet on the ground and you really look at him with sparkling eyes. I know that you love him with all your heart and that you will take care of him
- Thank you very much, it touches me that you tell me that, it means a lot to me. I confessed. And I really wanted to thank you for hosting me
- It's normal sweetie, and then Brad made it clear to me that he didn't want to part with you for a month
- Did he say that? I said surprised
- Yes, several times. She laughed at my reaction "
We finished doing the dishes and I went up to Brad's room to lie down. But I was quickly joined by the latter.
"- Are you okay love?
- Yes, I just wanted to rest.
- Sorry for my mother during the meal
- Don't worry, she couldn't know. And then your family is really adorable
- I'm glad if you're comfortable
- Brad can I ask you a question?
- Go ahead
- You ... you don't desire me anymore?
- What? Of course I do, why do you think that?
- We haven't had sex together since our first time and apart from little kisses you don't do anything ...
- Believe me, I still want you so much. It's just that I'm holding back because I don't want you to think I'm with you just for sex
- Oh ... But I know you love me and you're not just there for that. I told him
- Sorry I didn't show you that I wanted you. He said kissing me. But I'm going to catch up »
He laid me down on the bed and got on top of me while kissing me.
This night was even better than the first. Bradley had communicated to me all the love he had for me and it was fabulous. I really loved him
This morning I was awakened by kisses on the neck. I smiled and opened my eyes to see my boyfriend
" - You had a good night ? He asked me
- The best of all. I told him, kissing him
- Good, today we are going out, I would like to introduce you to my childhood friends
- More presentations? I did sulking
- Yes, but they are important to me. He said hugging me
- I know ... I got up but had to sit down directly
- Are you okay? Said Brad coming towards me worried
- I have aches all over because of you! He exploded with laughter while I railed
- Oh, it's because of that? I will do it more gently next time. He said laughing "
I hit him with a cushion and went to get ready to meet his childhood friends he had never told me about. Brad returned to the bathroom with a worried look
"- Mia, I have to tell you something about my friends ..."