Another day had gone by and I hadn’t gone to Niall’s room at all. I just didn’t know what to say to him when I faced him. And I had the feeling that if I went there, he would take it as invitation, to screw me. But then again, didn’t I want that? No. Yes? I just didn’t know. So I decided to stay away from him. Focus on my usual duties and then get ready for my little date with Zayn. So now that the clock was nearing five, I was all dolled up and ready to go. I was sitting in Simon’s office, he wanted to speak to me before I left for the day. When he walked into the room, he had Zayn trailing behind him. I looked at the men confused but didn’t say a word to them. I simply smiled towards Simon and winked towards Zayn. I was really surprised when Zayn turned his head in the other direction and tried not to look at me.

“Nick.” Simon spoke to me and I looked up at him. He looked slightly mad but I shrugged it off. “Do you know why I wanted to talk to you?” I groaned and shook my head as I stared at my father figure.

“Honestly, no.” When he didn’t say anything, he only looked at Zayn, I sighed. “I’m getting quite sick of these lectures Si. So can you just tell me what I did wrong this time so I can leave?” I looked at him with a searching gaze and he looked at me with stern eyes.

“I found out from Maddie on the fourth floor that you and Zayn here were going on a date.” I nodded and motioned for him to go on. “You’re supposed to be focusing on Niall, to get him back to normal.” His voice was slightly higher and I stared at him in anger.

“So you mean I can’t have a life?” My words were venom but Simon didn’t even flinch.

“Exactly.” I bit my tongue to stop myself from replying with a sassy comment and just looked at him with dark eyes. “I also showed Zayn the tapes from Niall’s room.” My eyes widened and I glanced over at Zayn, no wonder he didn’t want to look at me.

“Not the ones…” I didn’t get to finish my sentence before Simon cut me off.

“Yes, the ones from yesterday.” I bit the inside of my lip and looked at Zayn with worried eyes. Even though I didn’t like him like that, he obviously liked me. And it must’ve hurt a little to see me make out with his best friend.

“Zayn, I’m so sorry.” He only nodded. He didn’t look sad or hurt, he simply looked indifferent.

“Moving on.” Simon clapped his hands to get my attention, which only agitated me more. “I’ve been in a meeting with the board all day and we have decided that Niall isn’t a danger anymore.” I looked at him with shocked eyes and a gaping mouth.

“He hasn’t turned on his emotions yet.” I pointed towards the door as I stood up. “Are you mad? He’s a danger Simon. You can’t send him home.” Simon smiled a sad smile and nodded.

“I know.” He motioned for me to sit down but I remained standing. I wanted out of here, I refused to be a part of this. “That’s why we’re putting a guard with him. Or well, putting him with a guard.” I huffed and crossed my arms in annoyance.

“And why are you telling me this? Why not just send him off and let me live my bloody life?” My voice was high and I was mad. Everything about that stupid boy made me angry.

“Because you’re the guard we’re putting him with.” I gasped and instantly turned around to storm out of the room. Before I knew what was happening Zayn was standing in front of me, blocking my departure route.

“Move.” I knew I could easily push him out of the way but I didn’t feel like using my power on his. I wanted things to go my way for once.

“Nicola, you need to help him.” This time it was Zayn that spoke. I looked at him and my expression softened. Even though his friend was treating all of them like crap at the moment, he still loved him. And he was worried for Niall. “I saw the tape. Even though I didn’t like it, I could see that for maybe just one second, Niall let his guard down.” Zayn took a deep breath and grabbed my shoulders. “You’re the one who can make him go back to normal again.” I sighed and closed my eyes. I didn’t want this. I wanted to be able to go home and relax. But not I knew that would never be possible. Not as long as I was supposed to take care of Niall.

“Zayn could you leave me alone with Si?” I felt him remove his hands and then I heard the door close. I still didn’t open my eyes. Sensing Simon moving towards me, I put my wall up and kept him away. I heard him sight lightly as he waited for me to speak. “Where do you expect us to live?”

“We would prefer his house, but you and Niall can decide together.” I nodded and took a deep breath.

“How long?”

“Until he’s better.” Once again I nodded and my eyes were still closed. My life was being taken away from me, more and more so each day.

“He knows?” I didn’t feel like talking all that much but I needed to know.

“Yes.” When I heard Simons answer I opened my eyes, turned around to look at him one last time.

“When he’s better I’m gone.” Simon didn’t move a muscle. I walked out of the room and began walking towards where Niall had been living these last few days. Simon understood what I meant with those words. He knew that when Niall was better, I was going to leave London for good. I reached Nialls door rather quickly. Outside it stood all of the boys, including Zayn and their band. The door was open and I heard someone talk to Niall inside the room.

“So living with a girl huh?” I think I recognized the voice as Louis. “You guys are moving faster than El and I.” He laughed but Niall didn’t make a sound. Even though he was pretending to feel in front of them again, he probably knew he couldn’t fake his laugh.

“You know I can hear you thinking Nicky.” I scoffed and moved forward, through the small crowd of people.

“I didn’t see you there!” Liam spoke and gave me a pat on the back. Somehow it didn’t make me feel better.

“Of course you didn’t. She was using the shield.” He made a spooky sound and Louis laughed at his. I snapped my head in Nialls direction and he smirked.

“You’re lucky I’m not allowed to harm you unless you’re attacking me.” I tried to keep my tone light, so that the boys wouldn’t suspect a thing.

“Oh the dirty talk is making me go nuts babe. Just you wait until we’re alone.” He winked and I felt my cheeks flush.

“Yeah okay. You touch me and you die, mate.” I scoffed and picked up the nearest bag. “Just bring your stuff and we’re leaving for your place in ten minutes.” I walked out of the room and hurried towards my car. Somehow I knew he would know where to go, and if he didn’t someone would help him. And I was right, not even five minutes later he was in the car and we were heading towards his place.

“So uncle Simon told me that we were going to pick the place together.”

“Well he was wrong. There is no way I’m having you in my house.” Niall muttered something underneath his breath but I decided to ignore it. I frankly didn’t care if I had hurt him, he was being a douche. “We’re stopping by my place real quick, you’re not coming in. I just got to get a bag.” He didn’t ask anything which I was grateful for. When we arrived at my place I quickly got out of the car, put a shield around it and ran inside to pick up my bag. I always had one packed in case I wanted to get away quickly. Unfortunately that moment never came, so I had to use it for this. As I got into the car again I could feel Niall’s annoyed feelings.

“You seriously locked me in the car.” Without answering I started the car and began driving to his house. “I’m not a child. Simon obviously trusts me.” He huffed and crossed his arms like a little kid, which was ironic.

“Just because he thinks you might be turning back to normal doesn’t mean I’ll be as foolish as him.” I glanced at him quickly and then looked back at the road. “I’ll never trust you.” I didn’t turn to look at him. I didn’t say another word. And neither did he. We both stayed quiet for the rest of the car ride, and when we got to his house we walked in and just sat on the couch. I knew it was silly of me, but it felt like my words disturbed him. But they couldn’t, because he didn’t feel.

Notes

A little taste for the future:
"You would tell me if you were unhappy right?" He looked at me with what seemed like worried eyes. I never could tell anymore.
"Right." I sighed deeply and pressed my head into my hands. How did we end up in this mess in the first place?

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