Running Into Danger

Luke Hemmings POV

I asked my mom if Riley could stay at our place. I did exactly as Harry said. I’m glad I went to the graveyard, if I didn’t another angel would have gone to heaven. We don’t have a guesthouse nor a guest room so Riley is sleeping in my bed for the night and I’m sleeping on my bedroom floor just in case something else happens with the beautiful girl.

It was a struggle to get Riley in the car. When I got her to stand on her feet she was limp. She was exhausted from the past few days and I wouldn’t blame her. If one of my family members, friend, or lover died because of me I would probably done the same thing. I’m happy I could save her. It made me feel like a hero for once.

When I got Riley in my car she fell asleep instantly. I buckled her in and stroked her ratted hair. I pulled my phone out calling Eleanor. She was freaked out of her mind. I had to pull the cell away from my ear because she was screaming loudly. She insisted on me dropping her off at Juliet’s place but I denied. I wanted to follow through with Harry’s plans. I need to respect that, and I want to get to know Riley more. She’s an interesting girl, and interesting intrigues me.

I plopped on the pile of pillows and blankets I sorted on my floor rereading Harry’s letter. He was a scary guy at first but looking at this letter, he’s actually a caring guy, when he wants to be.

“Okay listen up partner I didn’t like you to begin with but since I’m dead well you and me are going to be best pals if you do this one thing for me. Capeesh? So you and Riley went on a little date thanks to Eleanor. I despised you of course since I was head over heels in love with Riley. Now she’s broken, devastated of my departure. You, I’ve heard, still found her attractive. I mean who wouldn’t? She’s an angel sent from above. Riley has her friends but no one to help her to put those broken pieces back together. She needs someone to protect her in every way possible. And that my friend, I believe is you. Luke Hemmings, if you still are interested in Riley please make an effort to be her friend at least.

Number one… Riley is going to do some stupid shit I’m sure. She does that quite a bit. Go to the cemetery every night and see if she shows. When Riley missed her parent’s she would visit them at night, at crazy hours too. Just go there and see if she shows up. I don’t want her to be alone or to harm herself. Just be her knight and shining armor. Just keep my princess safe, or our princess safe.

Now here are some notes to help you deal with Riley. She’s a handful at times but you’ll learn to deal with it. When she stares at your mouth kiss her. If she pushes you or hits you like a dummy (which happens often) she thinks she’s stronger than you, grab her and don’t let go. When Riley curses at you, try and act tough, if that’s even possible for you, kiss her and tell her you love her. And when you say I love you, you need to mean it Luke. When she’s quiet, ask her what’s wrong. When she ignores you, give her your attention. When she pulls away, pull her back. When you see her at her worst, tell her she’s beautiful. If you see Riley start to cry, hold her and don’t say anything. When you see her walking, sneak up behind her and hug her waist. When she’s scared, protect her and make her feel safe with you. It will take time but she’ll warm up to you. She loved my hoodies and I’m sure she’ll love yours to; so let her have some of yours; she’ll sleep in them. When Riley teases you, tease her back and make her laugh. When she doesn’t answer for a long time, reassure her that everything is and will be alright. When she looks at you in doubt, good luck! Just kidding. Back yourself up Luke, don’t be afraid of her or anything. When she says that she loves you, you’ll be a lucky man. And when she says that, she really does more than you can understand. Riley likes holding hands, and when you get to the holding hands stage, play with those soft fingers of hers. When she bumps into you bump her right back and make her giggle. When Riley tells you a secret, keep it safe and untold. When she looks at you in your eyes, don’t look away until she does. When Riley says ‘It’s over,’ she still wants you to be hers.

And you may or may not know this but Riley is pregnant with my child. If you two are still together by the time he or she is born, please please please play the best fatherly figure ever. Riley has all the backup in the world but you need to be in charge. Take care of my child as if they were your own. Teach them how to ride a bike, help them with math homework, and teach him how to stand up for himself, or tell her not to drop her panties for any boy till she’s married. Just give the little rugrat the best life they deserve. Oh, and if my future child ever says the word swag, even once, they will be wearing turtle necks and light up sketchers until their 21’st birthday. That’s an order Luke. Don’t break my request because I am watching from above and if you break that promise I’ll rain hell down on you!

Thanks for everything Luke. I still think you’re a big fat loser, but thanks, really.

-Harry Edward Styles”

“What are you reading?”

“Oh, Riley you’re up. Um nothing just a draft for my English essay nothing important.” I tossed the letter in my desk drawer. She thought nothing of it. Riley crawled off the bed and down to my side.

“Do you think I’m stupid?”

I furrowed my brows. “Stupid no. I think it was a scary act yes but not stupid. Things like this are common when someone passes; don’t beat yourself up. But please don’t do that ever again.” I wrapped my arms around the frail girl, rubbing her arms up and down trying to rid her goose bumps.

“Why were you at the cemetery so late? It’s normally just me there if I ever go.”

Ummm, think Luke think. “I was out for a stroll. Had a lot on my mind. I heard a gun shot and ran to the noise. Glad I did otherwise…”

She nuzzled her face into the crook of my neck. To be honest it felt really good to have someone cuddled up next to me. Her hair was a mess; she was still in her jeans, tearstained shirt that was slipping off her shoulder revealing her bra. That bra must be making her feel uncomfortable. I remember I was dared to wear one for a whole hour. I couldn’t stand it; I wonder how she does. I coughed to interrupt the awkward silence.

“Riley, since you’re up, do you want to freshen up and change into one of my shirts? My cousin was just in town and I bought her fruity soup so you can just use that if you’d like.”

“Oh, uh yeah a shower sounds nice actually.”

I helped her up and led her to the bathroom teaching her how the faucet works. “It takes a minute to warm up. I’ll be right back with the clothes.” I hopped to my room picking out my Nirvana shirt, and TMNT boxers. Hopefully she doesn’t think of me as a geek. But then again, everyone already thinks I am. I knocked on the partially opened bathroom door. I peered through. She was already in the shower.

“Riley, it’s just me. I have my shirt and boxers for you, I’ll set them on the counter.” I sat them down. “Um okay well I guess I’ll be leaving now. Just yell for me if you need anything else.”

“Wait!”

I was halfway out the door, “You okay!?”

“Sorry, I didn’t mean to scare you, I just…” silence, “Can you…”

…

“Can I what?”

“Can you stay in here? It’s a silly question but please? I just need someone here with me.”

I let out a breath. I didn’t even notice I was holding one in. I looked around the bathroom, I don’t know why. I think I was trying to find someone to help me out with this. No girl ever asked me to stay in a restroom with her. Normally it’s a sexual sort of thing but still I’m nervous.

I scratched my neck and stretched my arms, “Yeah, of course.”

I sat down on the toilet seat. I wanted to say something but didn’t know exactly what. I began snapping my fingers, tapping the counter, which is what I’d normally do in a pinch like this. I was about to say something but then the doorbell rang. It’s 11:30 at night who the heck would be at my place?

“Do you mind if I get it?”

“No worries.”

“I’ll be right back, I promise. I won’t leave you.”

And I wouldn’t. I won’t leave her. Never.

I opened the door. “Ashton? Dude what are you doing here? I’m a bit busy.”

“What!? I bring food and good gossip! Plus, you never deny my late night surprise fest. What you got a lady upstairs?” He laughed.

I just looked to the floor a bit embarrassed. I peered my eyes up at him and his smile faded, he then knew I was serious. Ashton’s eyebrows shot up and then his grin grew, showing off his pearly whites. “Who in the hell do you have upstairs Luke Robert Hemmings!?”

“It’s not what you think Ashton. It’s Riley Shawn and she’s in the shower I have to get back to her.”

“Right it’s not what I think. She’s in the shower and you’re going back up to her. Ha ‘not what you think’ my ass!”

“Um, Luke everything okay?” Riley was wearing my clothing, no makeup and her hair was wrapped in a towel. Most girls would be horrified if they were seen like that in front of a guy, but not me. She looked superb.

“HI! I’m Ashton.” I pushed his shoulders.

“Yeah and he was just leaving!” I growled at him.

“What!? What did I do? You’re being ridiculous mate.” I shoved him out the door and locked him out. My back hit the door and I slid down. I looked back up at Riley who was trying to contain her laughter. When she laughs I laugh. Her giggles are just contagious.

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