Why Don't We Go There?
Chapter Twenty-One
Niall's POV
This week flew by. Clary and I got an A+ on our history project. Nate was suspended from school this whole week. Which really made me feel loads better about punching him. My team won all of our games this week. Clary seemed to be flirting back with me after an intense conversation with Haz. Who I assume just told her that he was cool with us being a thing. I was actually getting what was going on in Biology however I still played dumb so Clary would help me. I liked having those little study dates with her. She really was quite smart.
Today was Saturday which was the day of the Rams match that I was taking her to. I woke up super early today because I couldn't sleep at all. I went on a run to calm myself down. The game was at 7pm so in order for us to get there on time we were going to have to leave at 11am at the latest. It was currently 8am. I spent a lot of time ironing out the tiniest details of this trip. I wanted everything to be perfect.
I get back to my house and head up stairs to shower. I hopped out and threw on a pair of jeans and my Rams jersey. I headed downstairs to eat. I told Clary yesterday that if she is ready to go earlier that would be fine. I could show her around Derby. My dad and I went to games a lot before he left my mum. The tickets were pretty cheap so we went a lot. But now its hard to look at him the same way. I finished eating and it was only 9:30. I really hoped she was almost ready...maybe I'll text her just in case.
Me: Hey you up?
Clary :): Yea...I'll be over soon okay? Just give me like 30 minutes.
Me: You just woke up didn't you?
Clary :): Yea...I'm sorry! :((
Me: Its fine. I'll see you shortly. xx
Clary :): Okay! See you soon! Xx
I smiled to myself. X's stood for kisses. Ugh I just want her to be mine. But I feel like she still is cautious. I get why but I mean Harry gave us the greenlight...so I don't understand really. I just want to kiss her and hold her hand.
Clary's POV
After Niall texted me, I practically flew out of my bed and to the shower. I showered in like record time. I went to my closet and put on a pair of skinny jeans and under armor. I threw on my favorite Rams jersey. I slid on my Uggs. Grabbed a light jacket and a hat. I bounded down the stairs so fast I almost fell. Which caused my mom to laugh.
"Oh shut it mom!"
"Here's a muffin darling." I quickly snatched it and scarfed it down.
Then I went back upstairs and put on some mascara on my top eyelashes. I felt so nervous. This was like an unofficial first date for Niall and I. I went back downstairs and quickly grabbed my phone and purse. The tickets were in my purse. I checked twice before I left.
I ran over to Niall's and knocked. My muffin sat in my stomach like a rock. I was so nervous. Maura answered.
"Clary! Oh look at you lovely as always! Niall is up in his room getting some shoes. Come in!"
"Thanks..." I stood in the doorway, wiping my hand on my jeans. They were sweating. This never happens to me. Niall came down the stairs and looked at me. He was wearing the under armor and he had the same jersey as me on. Wow people are going to think we are a couple now. He was wearing a beanie as well. I have to admit he looked very hot. He smiled at me then kissed his mom goodbye. We got into his car. "I'm glad you are done early then we can explore for a bit. Oh nice jersey by the way."
"Thanks you too...people are going to think we are one of those couples that always matches. How lame is that?"
"Yea...wouldn't want people to think we were a couple. Oh since it's a night game I have a blanket in the back for us to use because well its going to get chilly."
He doesn't want people to think we are a couple? Did I want people to think that? Ugh I am so confused. I really like Niall...like a lot we get along great and we always have things to talk about. But I don't want to ruin or friendship. I'll just wait until he makes a move. And if or when he does I will definitely say yes. It was a long drive to the ferry and then that was a long trip.
When we got off he led me over to car with some guy that I have never seen. Like hell I was getting into a car with some stranger. Never in a million years would I do that. I am a freaking heir to a throne...okay well I was. But I mean come on! "Niall! I don't even know this guy! I am not getting into his car!!" I'm sure the look on my face was priceless.
Niall's POV
"That's my dad Clary. He's going to drive us to the game and then back here after it's done." I could tell she feels guilty about raising her voice now. Frankly she sounded like she was scolding me. She sounded like I don't really know...not like a mother but something...more regal if that makes sense.
Anyways did she honestly think I would hitch a ride with some stranger. "Oh...okay." I grabbed her hand and got into the car with her. "Hey dad...this is Clary." My dad looks back at us and smiles.
"Hello Clary nice to meet you finally!" Clary looked at me and I just glared at my dad. Parents, they always say things that they shouldn't. We sat there silently as my dad drove until he said something that will permanently be seared into my brain.
"So taking her to a Rams game for the first date. Very nice Niall. Good to see she is a Rams fan as well."
Clary started coughing and I just stood there gaping at him. This is the reason I don't bring girls home. My parents always say the most embarrassing things. However, my mom has gotten better I think because Clary is always over at my place. But my dad, he's a different story. Clary spoke up.
"This isn't...a um...date. Niall gave me tickets for my birthday."
"Riiight...okay." I could kill him. Literally kill him. How embarrassing. But on the bright side Greg said he has been acting better and was no longer on his back.
However, I think Greg and my dad got into an argument or something because dad would've sent Greg to drive us if they were on terms. I wish they didn't get into an argument. Then this whole thing could've been avoided. We finally got to the stadium after what seemed like an eternity in that car. It was around 6:30pm...I sigh. No time to look around. "Thanks for the ride Dad. I'll text you when its almost over."
"Sure thing! Anything for my lad. Nice meetin' ya Clary." Okay time to get out before my dad lets anything else slip.
"Nice to meet you too Mr. Horan." I grab her hand and lead her to our seats.
Clary's POV
We got to our seats and they were really nice spots. There was a couple next to us that looked to be in their mid 20's. I sat down next to the girl and she whispered to me. "I think it's cute that you two match. I wanted my fiancée to do that but no...its too lame. You are so lucky."
"Oh um we-" I was cut off by Niall asking me a question.
"Clary you want anything to eat? You're warm enough right? I don't need to bust out the blanket yet?" He's too thoughtful.
"Uh yea I'll have a pretzel or nachos and a pop. Pepsi or whatever they have. And no I'm fine. Do you want me to come with?" I go to stand up.
"No you can stay there...soak it all in since its your first game." I just smile at him and the lady next to me just winks.
"We're not together. Just best friends that's all."
"How do you think I met my fiancée? We were best friends for like 4 years until he finally asked me to be his girlfriend. That boy you are with likes you a lot." I just sat there gaping at her. Jesus, did everyone think that he liked me? She was a complete stranger! Reason number a million why I do not like people. I would've made a horrible queen...well maybe not. I suppose I'll never know.
My stomach growled. I hope Niall got back quickly with my food. When he got back the game had already started. We watched and cheered. Niall pulled out the blanket and put it over out legs. He slung his arm over my shoulder. I leaned my head on his shoulder. I couldn't help but smile.
When it was almost over Niall texted his dad. We ended up winning by 2. We were gathering up our stuff when his dad responded.
"Oh he's already waiting for us." I just smile at him. Niall then grabs my hand and laces his fingers in mine. I just gape at him as he drags me behind him like a rag doll. Our hands fit nicely. I snapped myself out of it and was now walking by his side. I smiled then swung our hands as we walked. I snuck a glance at him and he was grinning too.
We got out and he found his dad's car. We hopped in. I was really tired. I fell asleep and was awoken by Niall telling me we were at the ferry. I thanked his dad for the ride and climbed out.
When we docked we went in search for Niall's car. When we found it we started driving again. "Did you have fun Clary?"
"Yea it was awesome. Thanks Niall."
"No problem at all. I'm glad you enjoyed yourself." Best night of my life.
Niall's POV
I looked over at her to see she has fallen asleep again. God she was beautiful. She told me how the couple next to us thought we were dating. I was so happy about that. Even people we don't know think we should be together. If I ever get her, I am never letting her go.
We were almost home and I know I should wake her up but I just can't bring myself to do it. I pull into my driveway and look over at her. I unbuckle her seat belt then race over to her side of the car. I pick her up bridal style then whisper in her ear.
"Clary we are home love. Wake up." Her green eyes look into mine and then she realizes that I am holding her.
"Niall put me down!!"
"No I'll carry you over there." She just sighs and leans her head into the crook of my neck. God this felt amazing. I wish I could do this every night. But I have to wait until she wants it too. We get to her door and I don't want to put her down. But I do.
"Thanks again Niall. It was seriously the best."
"Again its my pleasure Clary. I'll see ya later." She hugs me and kissed my cheek before she went inside her house. Her kiss was seared on my cheek.
When I got inside my house I could still feel her arms around me and her lips on my cheek. I got up to my bed and flopped down on it. Then I fell asleep very quickly, I didn't even realize how tired I was.
This week flew by. Clary and I got an A+ on our history project. Nate was suspended from school this whole week. Which really made me feel loads better about punching him. My team won all of our games this week. Clary seemed to be flirting back with me after an intense conversation with Haz. Who I assume just told her that he was cool with us being a thing. I was actually getting what was going on in Biology however I still played dumb so Clary would help me. I liked having those little study dates with her. She really was quite smart.
Today was Saturday which was the day of the Rams match that I was taking her to. I woke up super early today because I couldn't sleep at all. I went on a run to calm myself down. The game was at 7pm so in order for us to get there on time we were going to have to leave at 11am at the latest. It was currently 8am. I spent a lot of time ironing out the tiniest details of this trip. I wanted everything to be perfect.
I get back to my house and head up stairs to shower. I hopped out and threw on a pair of jeans and my Rams jersey. I headed downstairs to eat. I told Clary yesterday that if she is ready to go earlier that would be fine. I could show her around Derby. My dad and I went to games a lot before he left my mum. The tickets were pretty cheap so we went a lot. But now its hard to look at him the same way. I finished eating and it was only 9:30. I really hoped she was almost ready...maybe I'll text her just in case.
Me: Hey you up?
Clary :): Yea...I'll be over soon okay? Just give me like 30 minutes.
Me: You just woke up didn't you?
Clary :): Yea...I'm sorry! :((
Me: Its fine. I'll see you shortly. xx
Clary :): Okay! See you soon! Xx
I smiled to myself. X's stood for kisses. Ugh I just want her to be mine. But I feel like she still is cautious. I get why but I mean Harry gave us the greenlight...so I don't understand really. I just want to kiss her and hold her hand.
Clary's POV
After Niall texted me, I practically flew out of my bed and to the shower. I showered in like record time. I went to my closet and put on a pair of skinny jeans and under armor. I threw on my favorite Rams jersey. I slid on my Uggs. Grabbed a light jacket and a hat. I bounded down the stairs so fast I almost fell. Which caused my mom to laugh.
"Oh shut it mom!"
"Here's a muffin darling." I quickly snatched it and scarfed it down.
Then I went back upstairs and put on some mascara on my top eyelashes. I felt so nervous. This was like an unofficial first date for Niall and I. I went back downstairs and quickly grabbed my phone and purse. The tickets were in my purse. I checked twice before I left.
I ran over to Niall's and knocked. My muffin sat in my stomach like a rock. I was so nervous. Maura answered.
"Clary! Oh look at you lovely as always! Niall is up in his room getting some shoes. Come in!"
"Thanks..." I stood in the doorway, wiping my hand on my jeans. They were sweating. This never happens to me. Niall came down the stairs and looked at me. He was wearing the under armor and he had the same jersey as me on. Wow people are going to think we are a couple now. He was wearing a beanie as well. I have to admit he looked very hot. He smiled at me then kissed his mom goodbye. We got into his car. "I'm glad you are done early then we can explore for a bit. Oh nice jersey by the way."
"Thanks you too...people are going to think we are one of those couples that always matches. How lame is that?"
"Yea...wouldn't want people to think we were a couple. Oh since it's a night game I have a blanket in the back for us to use because well its going to get chilly."
He doesn't want people to think we are a couple? Did I want people to think that? Ugh I am so confused. I really like Niall...like a lot we get along great and we always have things to talk about. But I don't want to ruin or friendship. I'll just wait until he makes a move. And if or when he does I will definitely say yes. It was a long drive to the ferry and then that was a long trip.
When we got off he led me over to car with some guy that I have never seen. Like hell I was getting into a car with some stranger. Never in a million years would I do that. I am a freaking heir to a throne...okay well I was. But I mean come on! "Niall! I don't even know this guy! I am not getting into his car!!" I'm sure the look on my face was priceless.
Niall's POV
"That's my dad Clary. He's going to drive us to the game and then back here after it's done." I could tell she feels guilty about raising her voice now. Frankly she sounded like she was scolding me. She sounded like I don't really know...not like a mother but something...more regal if that makes sense.
Anyways did she honestly think I would hitch a ride with some stranger. "Oh...okay." I grabbed her hand and got into the car with her. "Hey dad...this is Clary." My dad looks back at us and smiles.
"Hello Clary nice to meet you finally!" Clary looked at me and I just glared at my dad. Parents, they always say things that they shouldn't. We sat there silently as my dad drove until he said something that will permanently be seared into my brain.
"So taking her to a Rams game for the first date. Very nice Niall. Good to see she is a Rams fan as well."
Clary started coughing and I just stood there gaping at him. This is the reason I don't bring girls home. My parents always say the most embarrassing things. However, my mom has gotten better I think because Clary is always over at my place. But my dad, he's a different story. Clary spoke up.
"This isn't...a um...date. Niall gave me tickets for my birthday."
"Riiight...okay." I could kill him. Literally kill him. How embarrassing. But on the bright side Greg said he has been acting better and was no longer on his back.
However, I think Greg and my dad got into an argument or something because dad would've sent Greg to drive us if they were on terms. I wish they didn't get into an argument. Then this whole thing could've been avoided. We finally got to the stadium after what seemed like an eternity in that car. It was around 6:30pm...I sigh. No time to look around. "Thanks for the ride Dad. I'll text you when its almost over."
"Sure thing! Anything for my lad. Nice meetin' ya Clary." Okay time to get out before my dad lets anything else slip.
"Nice to meet you too Mr. Horan." I grab her hand and lead her to our seats.
Clary's POV
We got to our seats and they were really nice spots. There was a couple next to us that looked to be in their mid 20's. I sat down next to the girl and she whispered to me. "I think it's cute that you two match. I wanted my fiancée to do that but no...its too lame. You are so lucky."
"Oh um we-" I was cut off by Niall asking me a question.
"Clary you want anything to eat? You're warm enough right? I don't need to bust out the blanket yet?" He's too thoughtful.
"Uh yea I'll have a pretzel or nachos and a pop. Pepsi or whatever they have. And no I'm fine. Do you want me to come with?" I go to stand up.
"No you can stay there...soak it all in since its your first game." I just smile at him and the lady next to me just winks.
"We're not together. Just best friends that's all."
"How do you think I met my fiancée? We were best friends for like 4 years until he finally asked me to be his girlfriend. That boy you are with likes you a lot." I just sat there gaping at her. Jesus, did everyone think that he liked me? She was a complete stranger! Reason number a million why I do not like people. I would've made a horrible queen...well maybe not. I suppose I'll never know.
My stomach growled. I hope Niall got back quickly with my food. When he got back the game had already started. We watched and cheered. Niall pulled out the blanket and put it over out legs. He slung his arm over my shoulder. I leaned my head on his shoulder. I couldn't help but smile.
When it was almost over Niall texted his dad. We ended up winning by 2. We were gathering up our stuff when his dad responded.
"Oh he's already waiting for us." I just smile at him. Niall then grabs my hand and laces his fingers in mine. I just gape at him as he drags me behind him like a rag doll. Our hands fit nicely. I snapped myself out of it and was now walking by his side. I smiled then swung our hands as we walked. I snuck a glance at him and he was grinning too.
We got out and he found his dad's car. We hopped in. I was really tired. I fell asleep and was awoken by Niall telling me we were at the ferry. I thanked his dad for the ride and climbed out.
When we docked we went in search for Niall's car. When we found it we started driving again. "Did you have fun Clary?"
"Yea it was awesome. Thanks Niall."
"No problem at all. I'm glad you enjoyed yourself." Best night of my life.
Niall's POV
I looked over at her to see she has fallen asleep again. God she was beautiful. She told me how the couple next to us thought we were dating. I was so happy about that. Even people we don't know think we should be together. If I ever get her, I am never letting her go.
We were almost home and I know I should wake her up but I just can't bring myself to do it. I pull into my driveway and look over at her. I unbuckle her seat belt then race over to her side of the car. I pick her up bridal style then whisper in her ear.
"Clary we are home love. Wake up." Her green eyes look into mine and then she realizes that I am holding her.
"Niall put me down!!"
"No I'll carry you over there." She just sighs and leans her head into the crook of my neck. God this felt amazing. I wish I could do this every night. But I have to wait until she wants it too. We get to her door and I don't want to put her down. But I do.
"Thanks again Niall. It was seriously the best."
"Again its my pleasure Clary. I'll see ya later." She hugs me and kissed my cheek before she went inside her house. Her kiss was seared on my cheek.
When I got inside my house I could still feel her arms around me and her lips on my cheek. I got up to my bed and flopped down on it. Then I fell asleep very quickly, I didn't even realize how tired I was.
So that's the end? They don't get back together and get married or have kids?!?!?!I'm very disappointed
7/19/16