All of Me (Harry Styles) - Book 2

Chapter 14: "I kind of like it."

-Harry's POV-

I try to stop myself but I can't help continuously glancing at Ava.

The other lads came in as soon as she told me we could try being mates, which was a good thing since it was taking everything I had not to kiss her. I woulda ruined our 'friendship' before it even really began.

Now I'm sitting with Liam on a couch across from Ava, Lou, and Niall. Louie and Zayn are sprawled out on the floor, whining about the amount of things that got thrown at us tonight.

I'm easily able to tune them out, choosing instead to focus on Ava. She's looks fit in her tank top and dark green shorts.

Very fit.

"Harry!"

"Hmmm?" I look over at Zayn, hoping it wasn't to apparent I was checking her out.

"Did you see that one poster of you with the crazy eyes and huge hair?"

"Yessssss." I roll my eyes, "My hair looks nothing like that."

"Whatever you say mate!" Zayn laughs.

"Bro, it's not that bad. You all need to stop pestering me about it already." I defend, pulling out my bandana and running a hand through my hair. I'll admit, it's gotten a bit long. But I like it.

"It's wretched Haz. Just let Lou cut it already." Louie speaks up.

"Sod off Louie!"

"It's true... Ava," Louie calls, getting her attention. "Please tell Harry to cut that mess. Maybe he'll actually listen to you."

My eyes meet hers and I hope to god she doesn't tell me to cut it. I will have to if I know she doesn't fancy it. I'm still that whipped, and if cutting my hair makes her more attracted to me, then I'll let Lou take the bloody clippers to it right now.

"I kind of like it." She shrugs.

"Of course you do!" Louie sighs, frowning at her.

I on the other hand am grinning at her like a proper fool. Thoughts of her pulling on it while she's straddling me cloud my mind, making my jeans a bit tighter.

I shift uncomfortably and look away, pretending to check my phone.

"Ava, will you come to the show tomorrow night?" Niall asks.

"I can't tomorrow. I need to work."

"Well then Sunday night. It's our last show of the tour and we're going to have a wicked after party!" He smiles at her.

"Maybe." She smiles back at him.

Were interrupted by Paul, who insists we leave the venue now before to many fans gather outside the back entrance.

Ava says goodbye to everyone, making plans with Niall for breakfast in the morning and narrowing her eyes at a very sorry looking Liam. Shite, he's going to give it to me for letting her know I heard her song.

I hang back as everyone leaves the room so I can say goodbye to her myself.

She stops in front of me and shyly smiles. "I guess I'll be seeing you."

"Yeah. I'll text you, maybe we can hang out sometime." I say, instantly regretting my words. I've always had the problem of moving to fast with her.

She surprises me when she nods, "Okay."

I hold open the door for her as we step into the hallway. I move to hug her but am able to stop myself before she notices. Some habits, no matter how old, are very hard to break.

"Alright. Well bye." She gives me one more small smile before turning down the hallway.

I watch her walk away, and I can't believe how this night turned out. I tried. I damn well tried to convince myself to stay away from her, but I couldn't. We are just going to be friends, nothing more. She is dating Liam and our relationship is going to be one where I can't hurt her badly again.

It's not the perfect scenario, but I'll take whatever I can get if it means she'll be in my life again.

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