Starting Over

Chapter 54

NH
It has been a week since the final concert of the tour. Anne and Gemma are leaving today sadly. I know Harry has loved having them here and so have I. They have made me feel like I was already a part of the family and hopefully very soon I will be.
The two ladies refused letting us take them to the airport. They both know Harry wants to lay low for a bit longer. It was sad watching Harry say goodbye to his family but I am somewhat selfish and can't wait to have him all to myself for a while. As the two left the house assuring Harry they will let him know they arrived to the airport safely and then again when the plane lands in London.
Once we were all alone Harry and I headed out to the pool for a bit. We just laid in the sun and would get in the water to cool off every now and then. Soon enough it was time for supper so we both headed in to cook something together. Harry was doing most of the cooking and I was setting up the high top with plates and drinks. We had a nice quiet dinner with an easy conversation about much of nothing and how nice it was seeing our families. However we both agreed that it is nice having just us in the house.

I told Harry to go relax in the living room and I would clean up. I quickly gathered up the dishes and placed them in the dishwasher and I also got the leftovers put away. I grabbed myself a beer and filled Harry's glass back up with some wine and headed into the living room only to find it empty.
I put down our drinks and was getting ready to head upstairs to look for Harry when I heard him calling out my name. "Niall come here for a second". I followed his voice and found him in the studio at the back of the house. I entered the room and my mouth was hanging open for what I saw. Harry was standing there with the guitar I fell in love with back in London. It was a beauty in deep red and I was in love  Not only with the guitar but with the man holding it.
"So I knew you really loved this beauty and I was wondering if you and this beauty here would consider helping me with my next album.  I know you have a million ideas for songs and I was hoping we could create some together". Harry said as he was handing me the guitar.
"Oh my God, Harry you didn't have to get me this but thank you I love it. I would be honored to help you write some songs, but I don't think I am that good at it" I replied while my cheeks were flushing with pink.
"Good it is settled then. We can start writing in a month or so. I just want some much needed down time with you. However I want you to play me something on her for now" Harry says as he gestures toward the guitar.
We headed back to the living room and we spent  the evening drinking and playing the new guitar. It was a very simple evening but I loved every minute of it.

HS
My mom and sister are leaving today. I really hate to see them go but at the same time I am thrilled because it will just be Niall and myself. We don't need to leave the house if we don't want to. We can be complete hermits if we want to. I am saying my final goodbyes to my mom and sister. Niall has said his and wanted to give me some alone time with them.
"Harry you make sure you take care of yourself. Get enough rest and don't over do it. Above all take extra special care of Niall. Do you realize how much that boy loves you" my says as she is hugging me.
"Mom I don't plan on leaving my house for at least a week or longer. The kitchen is packed full and I can have my assistant get me anything we might need. Yes, I do know how much he loves me because I love him just as much if not more. I actually have a surprise for him tonight so don't worry about me not taking care of him". I replied as I stepped back from our embrace but still holding my mom by her shoulders.
The car has arrived to take mom and Gemma to the airport and I give them each another hug and then share a group hug also. I made them promise to text when they arrive at both the airport and London. One final kiss for both and they are gone. Niall walks into the living room and wraps me up in his arms. We stand their for a bit when he whispers into my ear "let's spend the afternoon out by the pool". I nod my head in agreement and we both head up to our room to change. Niall slipped on a pair of pink swim trunks and I am sure my heart skipped a beat or two.

We spent a few hours outdoors just relaxing and it was great. There was soft music playing in the background. I couldn't even tell you what songs were played i was just focused on Niall.

We made supper together and Niall insisted on cleaning up. I let him win because I needed to get his surprise ready. I couldn't wait for his reaction. He fell in love with this guitar back in London and I can't wait for him to finally have it. Niall is an amazing player and I want him to help me write my next album. God I hope he says yes.

I heard Niall looking for me so I gave him a shout out so he knew where I was. The look on his face was all I needed to know he was both surprised and loved it at the same time. He also agreed to work on the album with me and I cannot wait. I really believe we can come up with something special.
We spent rest the evening playing the new beauty and talking about our plans for the break