[A/N]: Heyo! I'm sorry that I haven't updated in ages. I promise that this one will be long even though I am completely winging it xD Anyways, enjoy~

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Zayn's P.O.V.

    I'm going to tell him today. Tell him that I love him. I mean, it's getting pretty hard to hide it from him. I'm pretty sure he's noticed the way I look at him by now. It's obvious. I'm doing a horrible job to say the least. At least I know he loves me back. That's the good part. No rejection. I'm thinking of taking him out for frozen yogurt and then to the candy shop. He'll love it, considering all that little Irish angel does is eat. What a cutie, am I right? Come to think of it, I've fallen for him way faster than I planned. Not that I mind.

    Gathering up my courage, I made my way to the bedroom where Niall was doing his homework. He had a few papers spread out in front of him, his eyes squinted as he read. Every once in a while, he would pick up his pen and scribble something down. I just kind of stood there in the doorway, admiring him. In fact, I didn't even notice when he caught me staring. He had to whistle in order to bring me back to reality. It took my brain a moment to catch up with my mouth, which was already trying to formulate words.

   "Um, N-Niall...would you like to go out for frozen yogurt with me?" I asked, watching his face for his reaction. He smiled and cocked his head, looking me up and down.

   "Of course I would," he stretched and rubbed his eyes, glancing back down at his homework. "This can definitely wait." I smiled and looked out the window, a few leaves floating past absentmindedly. "If we're gonna head out now, just give me a second to change into something a bit more suitable," he motioned down at himself, dressed in a pair of sweat pants and a tank top. Personally, I thought he looked fine, but that was to be expected as I was head over heels in love with him.

   "Sure, just come get me when you're ready," I nodded and left the room, closing the door behind me. My heart was racing as I made my way over to the nearest mirror, looking over my reflection. After a bit of convincing from Niall, I had shaved off a great deal of hair from the left side of my head.

   "Oh come one Zayn, it'll look awesome!"  Niall threw an arm around my shoulder, giving me a playful dig in the ribs.

"I dunno, I really enjoy having hair on both sides of my head y'know," I said skeptically, looking at him.

"Oh come on, loosen up will ya?" If you don't like it, just wear a hat or something," he was giving me those puppy dog eyes and I felt my resolve break.

"Alright, alright, fine. I'll do it,"I rolled my eyes as if annoyed, but I spared a longing glance at my perfect hair in the mirror, hoping something would go wrong and I wouldn't have to do it.

   I shivered a bit at the memory, but in the end Niall was happy so really, it was worth it. I swept it across my forehead back the die in which it belonged, looking down at my outfit. It wasn't bad; a pair of skinny jeans and a loose fitting red plaid shirt, the sleeves rolled up to my elbows. It was unbuttoned, revealing the black tank top I had on underneath. A pair of combat boots topped it all off, and I deemed myself fit enough. I mean, there really isn't much I could do in the like...ten minutes or so it would take Niall to get ready.

   He came out of the room dressed in a pair of worn denim jeans and a white t-shirt, looking as gorgeous as ever might I add. I smiled at him and held out my hand, "Ready?" He gladly took it and nodded.

   "Ready."

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   We were walking hand in hand into the frozen yogurt shop ([A/N]: *resists urge to type Sweet Frog's*), talking about random things. Niall threw his head back and started to laugh, his boisterous cackle filling the air like music to my ears. I held the door open for him like a gentleman, guiding over to the section where we could choose our flavours. Niall, of course, chose anything and everything with the word chocolate in it, adding a mountain of toppings as well. I just settled on a plain vanilla with some chocolate sprinkles and hot fudge. I smiled at his enthusiasm, setting both of our cups down on the scales. The person at the register told us the price and I pulled out my wallet, handing the frozen yogurts to Niall.

   "Go find us a table," I said, turning back to the register. I handed them the money then made my way over to Niall, sitting down across from him. He had already started eating, a bit of chocolate smeared around the edges of his mouth, though he didn't seem to care much. I shook my head and ate a spoonful of frozen yogurt, looking around the shop. It wasn't big, but it wasn't really small either. It was just the  perfect size for sitting down and enjoying a treat with someone. I looked back at Niall, who was already half way done with his frozen yogurt. I chuckled and began to eat my own, enjoying the taste. It was nice, spending time with Niall like this.

   When we were finished, Niall insisted that we take a selfie. I rolled my eyes and scooted my chair closer to his.He held his camera up and we both smiled. At the last second Niall surprised me by kissing my cheek, the phone snapping the picture a few moments after. He lowered his phone and showed me the picture. I was smiling like an idiot while Niall kissed my cheek, staring at the camera out of the corner of his eyes. It was perfect.

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   Once again, Niall and I were walking hand in hand. I was steering him in the direction of the candy shop, listening to him talk about whatever it was he was going on and on about. It was really cute actually. Regardless if I was listening or not, he would probably still keep talking. Such a cute one, Niall is. Makes it all the more difficult to admit that I had fallen for him. Imagine what it'd do to my reputation. Doesn't matter. Some things, especially Niall, are worth it.

   As soon as he saw the large candy shop come into view, his eyes lit up and he stopped mid-sentence. Exactly as I thought he would react. As cutely, and childlike as possible. Could he be any more perfect?

   "Zayn! Do you know what this place is?! It's...it's..." Niall was practically bouncing off the walls, eyeing everything hungrily. I laughed and gave his hand a gentle squeeze, releasing it shortly after.

   "Yes, Niall, of course I do; I did bring you here after all," I winked and gave him a quick kiss on the cheek. "Go pick out whatever you want, I'll pay for all of it." He almost squealed and cut off my circulation, pulling me into the tightest hug yet. After that, he went bounding off in the opposite direction. I sighed dreamily and stuffed my hands in my pockets, watching him. I was interrupted by someone tapping my shoulder. I turned to face whoever it was, coming across what appeared to be the owner.

   "That boy there-" she pointed to Niall, "is very lucky to have someone who loves him as much as you do." She gave me a small smile, winking. I felt my cheeks heat up and I stood up straighter, looking from her to Niall.

   "W-Well I don't really...um...l-love him...I just..." I was so flustered that I couldn't form the right words, each of them just tripping over one another and causing a mess to spill out of my mouth instead of a proper sentence. I instead just looked down at my shoes, pretending to scuff off some dirt. She chuckled and I looked up; she was shaking her head.

   "I can tell by the way you look at him, the way you look at each other. But you haven't told him yet, have you?" she asked, her eyes shining. I shook my head, my blush still prominent on my cheeks. Another chuckle. "Go get him then," she winked again and turned away, picking up a broom from the corner. I turned back to Niall, who was walking my way with his arms full of candy, and suddenly felt my heart swell. I was going to do it. He came up to me and I took some of the candy, offering to carry it for him. He kissed me on my cheek, the two of us heading over to the register. Eager to make conversation, I cleared my throat.

   "What's your favourite?" I asked, nodding to the candy the person at the register was currently sorting through. He winked and held up a small baggie of Swedish Fish, setting it down on top of the mountain of candy.

   "These are my weakness," he watched the different items get weighed on the scale. "What about you?"

   "Same as you Nialler, Swedish Fish are the best," I nudged him playfully. He grinned and wrapped his arm around my shoulder, my own wrapping itself around his waist. I pulled him into my side, feeling the way he fit perfectly. It was now or never. "Hey Niall?" I said softly, looking down at him. He looked up and smiled at me.

  "Yeah?" he spoke with a happy tone in his voice; it almost made my knees give out. I leaned down and gave him a kiss, pulling back and biting my lip.

   "I think I'm in love with you."

   And then...silence.

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[A/N]: Well, look who's back. It's me. Anyway, I know Zayn left 1D. It's awful :c But look at it this way: it was probably for the best, what with Modest being so controlling and everything. He can do what he wants now. Alright? :3 ALso, sorry it's been months x3 I've been crazy busy (and lazy >W>) and just haven't found the time. ANd yes, that cliff hanger was really needed. WHat do you guys think? Tell me in the comments! Love you guys, byee~

~Kitty :3