fan girl // niall horan

t w e n t y

"So he just kissed you?" Foley asked.

"Yeah! Just came in the room and kissed me outta no where" I replied, looking into the camera Niall got me for Christmas and snapping a picture of the pretty sunflowers that sat in the middle of the dining room table.

"Did you like it?"

"Hm?"

"Did you like it?" He repeated.

I set the camera down and hesitated, "I mean, yeah, but he cheated on Hailee...how could I possibly like that?"

"It's not your fault, Gab. Niall's the one who cheated, not you" Foley shrugged.

"I know, but I'm the girl he cheated with. It just makes me feel..." I paused, trying to think of the right word, "I dunno, dirty.."

"I know, but hey, at least you're not the one being cheated on!" Foley cheered sarcastically, "Ha, gotta love self deprecating humor"

"Aw, Fole. How are you feeling about that, anyway?" I asked, wanting to hear his problems instead of the other way around.

"I dunno. I thought that talking to her and confronting her would make me feel better, but it honestly made me feel worse. I mean, she didn't even sound sorry. It's like our time together meant nothing to her, y'know?" He explained, "But New Years is in a few days. Like Gerry said, I'll find a new girl to kiss. Then I'll be onto that whole 'new year, new me' crap and gain some sense of self confidence"

"Damn, I wish I could be as optimistic as you" I commented, "But I'm really proud of you for handling things with that state of mind. When you do find that one girl, not that you need to find one because you're an independent man who don't need no woman, but when you do, she's going to be really lucky"

Foley laughed at my joke and smiled, "Thanks Gab, that means a lot"

"And she better be okay with the fact that your best friend is a girl! If she's not then boy do we have a problem" I added.

He rolled his eyes, "Don't worry, no one's replacing your crazy ass"

"Good" I beamed before holding up the camera and pointing it towards him, "Now smile!"

He groaned before smiling against his will so that I could snap a picture, "I still can't believe that Niall got you a $4000 camera"

"I know" I agreed, "And all I got him was a lousy key chain"

"But that lousy key chain is what got him to realize his feelings for you again" Foley pointed out.

"Mr. Optimistic, back at it again" I giggled.

- - -

"Was she mad?" I asked Niall. He had recently returned from Hailee's house and we were sitting on his couch. He broke up with her and I was filled with questions on how it all went down. Of course a part of me was happy that he chose me, but I couldn't help but feel bad for Hailee. She's sweet and no one ever deserves to be cheated on.

"Oh, absolutely" He responded.

"And she knows it was me that you kissed?"

"Yup"

"Did she cry?" I asked.

"Loads" Niall nodded.

"And you?"

"I teared up a bit but mainly because I hate when people cry" He replied.

"Poor girl" I sighed, "Did it somehow end on a good note though?"

Niall let out a laugh and shook his head, "God, no. I mean Hailee's sweet, but not that sweet"

"Oh.." I nodded as I directed my gaze on the ground. I couldn't help but feel like it was somehow my fault that this happened.

Niall took my hand into his and turned my face lightly so that my eyes met his, "Look, I know screwed up, petal. With both you and Hailee. But if you're willing, I'd love to make it up to you"

"But, Niall--" I tried but he cut me off before I could get to anything.

"I'm absolutely head over heels for you, Gabi. I've thought about it a lot and I swear I'll let the paparazzi capture every moment between us if that means I can have you"

"Wait, what?" I gasped, taken aback by his statement.

"It was stupid of me to be worried about something so small when it would let me have something so wonderful" He replied, "I really haven't been showing it, but I appreciate you for you and I think it's about time everyone knows that"

"Really?" I perked up, wondering if what I was hearing was too good to be true.

"Yeah, really" He smiled, "I know it's a long shot but..Gabi Lowe, may I take you on a date tonight?"

"Yes" I nodded without hesitation, letting a giggle slip out, "Yes you may, Niall James"

His smile got even wider if that was even possible before he pulled me into a kiss, staying there for a moment before pulling away. Neither of us were able to wipe the grin off of our face after that.

"Wait" I spoke up, causing his face to fall, "I don't know if I want the paparazzi to capture every moment between us"

"What do you mean?" Niall asked.

"I don't think I want pictures of my ass out there" I smirked, making him raise an eyebrow at me.

"Oh, so I'm gonna be seeing your ass?" He smirked.

"Only if you're lucky" I hummed.

"Like I said before darlin', I'm Irish. I'm always lucky"

- - -

"How do I look?" I asked, turning away from the mirror to show Foley my outfit.

"Gorgeous, Gab" He said with strong approval. I chose a simple white flowy tank top along with a classic pair of blue jeans on top of my favorite gold sandals. I lightly curled my hair so that it cascaded down my shoulders and applied minimal makeup. I didn't want to try too hard because I didn't feel the need to, which made me happy because it showed that I was comfortable with Niall.

"Alrighty, you have fun with the guys tonight. Pregame for New Years and kiss a cute girl!" I cheered as I filled my purse with my belongings. Niall's band had invited Foley to go out with them when they found out that Niall and I would be going out tonight. They were sweet and didn't want Foley to be left by himself.

He chuckled at me, "Will do. You have fun tonight too!"

I blew him a kiss before leaving the guest room to meet Niall downstairs. He hadn't told me where we were going or what we were doing, so I had no idea what to expect.

"Christ, am I lucky" Niall said once he caught sight of me. I blushed and smiled at him. He looked insanely handsome dressed in a navy blue button down and jeans with a brown belt and shoes to match.

"Well, hello there handsome" I giggled, walking up to him and giving him a quick peck.

"You ready to go, petal?" He asked, grabbing his car keys from the hook.

"Yep! Am I allowed to know where we're going now?" I questioned. Niall said earlier that he had the whole date planned out, but I still didn't know anything besides the fact that I should dress cute but comfortably.

"Nope" He grinned, "You'll find out soon"

I groaned, "Fine. Can I at least pick the music in the car?"

"Deal"

With that, we headed out to the car and Niall kindly opened the door for me like the gentleman he was. When he did, I noticed that there was a beautiful bouquet of red roses waiting for me in the passenger's seat.

"Aw, Niall!" I gasped, "This is so sweet"

He smiled at me, "Just some petals for my petal"