Songs:

Safest Place- Echosmith

Kiss Me Kiss Me- 5sos

Somebody to You- Vamps

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We ended up just driving, not even knowing where we were headed. Niall decided to tell me that after we had got off at a random exit that led us to a bit of a bad town.

Niall just laughed his mistake off, where as I freaked, quickly finding another exit to take that would lead us into a better place.

We traveled for about four hours and some odd minutes, Niall singing the whole time. I simply smiled and watched out the window, taking in his beautiful voice and the scenery around us.

Finally, we ended up riding one of the expressways until it turned into a highway. It led us to a small, beautiful town off the Atlantic coast, by the name of St. Mary's.

It seemed to be a bit of a tourist spot by the looks of it. There were old museums, small shops, and small candy stores. There was a boardwalk which Niall had dragged me down, lining the edge of the ocean.

The sun had sunk a few hours ago, but for some reason, in this spot, the sky was still the brightest shade of orange and yellow. The clouds were tinted, and the water glowered off the color of the sky. It was truly breathtaking.

I smiled as we came across a frozen yogurt shop. I tugged Niall into the little, cold room, smiling happily at the wide verity of different flavors.

Knowing Niall, he went straight for the Oreo flavored, and then piled it high with an assortment of small candies and cookies. I, on the other hand, ended up getting strawberry flavored, piled with mixed berries (and a couple gummy worms for my sweet tooth), making it as healthy as I could.

I hate my new work out meal plan for volleyball. All I've been able to eat is healthy stuff. It's been fish, chicken, rice, and vegetables every day for the past week. And yes, Niall has been complaining every night.

I can't wait for volleyball to just get on the road already. We've had practice almost every night- well, Monday through Friday- and we have yet to even play a game. However, this Tuesday we will be scrimmaging the 'junior advanced' team before our first game on Thursday. Finally.

Niall paid, ignoring my many requests of paying for myself, then took my hand, pulling me out to a table on the dockside.

"How did we even find this place?" I smiled, leaning against Niall's shoulder.

"I don't know, but I'm glad we did." He smiled back, placing a kiss against me cheek. I smiled and sat up, wiping the spot with my hand.

"Your lips are cold." I giggled, smiling brightly. I looked at him confused for a moment as he scooped out a big scoop of just yogurt, making sure there were no bits in it. He then took the spoonful of his treat, and instead of eating out, he quickly spread it across my cheeks and lips, causing me to let out a small shrill squeal.

"As cold as that?"

"NIALL JAMES HORAN!" I gave out, wiping some across his cheek. He just laughed and pulled me into him, his lips pressing against mine.

The mix of strawberries and chocolate entered my mouth and I crept my tongue out to lick the rest, however Niall open his mouth at the same time, leading us into a heavier make out than I had expected.

He wrapped his arm around my body the best that he could, and tugged on my side until I slowly slid along the bench, onto his lap.

My chest was beating so hard against my ribs that it was almost impossible for him not to feel it. On top of that, my breath was heavy and running out quickly. He ran his hand along the side of my legs which were tossed to his side.

I slowly pulled away, leaving a last small peck. He smiled and opened his eyes, laughing as he noticed the frozen yogurt spread across my cheeks. I smiled back, reaching to grab a napkin from the table. I gently placed it onto his face, wiping away the melted cream. He slowly took the napkin out of my hand when I was done, running it across mine as well to clean me.

I thanked him with another short kiss, leaning into his hold as his arms wrapped tighter around me waist.

"I'm surprised there's not more people out." Niall stated, finishing his bowl.

"Me too." It's so pretty. How aren't people out walking about? It's a small town, yes, but you would think there'd be some people. "Are you done?"

Niall nodded so I stood up and threw away our bowls. I walked back over and stood in between his legs, holding his hands in mine.

"Where to next, Prince Charming?" The corners of his lips uplifted and a smile was quickly forming.

"Anywhere 'ya want, princess." My heart fluttered, butterflies filling my nerves.

I pulled him up and smiled as his hand went to the lower portion of my back. "Do you want to stay outside and just walk, or there's museums, and stuff."

We continued to walk in silence for a moment, Niall trying to decide. He chose the first option, pulling me down a small bike trail. The leaves of the trees that surrounded us were bright reds and oranges, ready to fall. A couple had already made a trail to the ground, crunching under our heels.

"I'm happy you forced me to stay in that elevator." I chuckled, looking up to him. He had a distant look on his face before he looked down and smiled, blushing a bit. I smiled, wondering what was going on in his little head.

"I'm sorry about that. But I'm glad I did too." We both chuckled. "Where were you going anyways?"

"I was planning to go kick the ball around for a bit." He told truthfully, sighing afterwards. "I, uh.." He bit his lip. I furrowed my eyebrows, rubbing my hand down his spine for comfort, possibly? "That was always a way to release some bottled up angry when I was younger."

"From your dad?"

He nodded. "Yeah. That's how I became so good at such a young age." He admitted, staring down at the path. I smiled and gave him a bit of a side hug, leaning into his touch.

"Well, I guess there's a purpose for everything." I smiled, trying to lighten the mood by switching the subject to soccer.

"Yeah." He scoffed and I bit my lip, feeling for him greatly. He kicked at a couple leaves, shaking his head. "But, let's forget that for now." He smiled and let his hand drop from my side.

Silence once again surrounded us because I honestly didn't know what to really say. What do you say in a situation like this?

Niall suddenly stopped, looking down at me. I glanced up, confused as to what he was doing. A smile broke through his lips, before he placed a kiss on my forehead. "Race you." He whispered and instantly took off, his feet carrying him at a fast pace.

I was still too dazed to catch on. "What? Niall, wait!" I laughed, taking off on a dead sprint. "Where are we racing to?" I yelled and laughed, slowly starting to catch him.

I guess I have track to thank for that.

"I don't know!" He shouted back, laughing. I continued to giggle, shoving my toes further into the pavement to push myself further.

I started to pass him, pushing harder and faster, but I was quickly plucked off the ground, and suddenly spun in circles. I squealed and laughed, falling limp in Niall's arms.

"Put me down!" I laughed, but Niall only tightened his grip on my waist. He was laughing, spinning me faster. He finally, slowly came to a stop, planting my feet on the ground. I laughed harder as I had to hold into him for balance because I was so dizzy. The ground was spinning below me at a tilted angle, and my bum was suddenly placed on the ground where my feet once where.

I looked up to see Niall laughing uncontrollably, holding his stomach. Because this sooo funny. Asshole.

I smiled, and stood up, before lightly punching him in the arm. "I hate you." I smiled.

"Whatever. You have to admit that was pretty funny."

"No. It wasn't." I smiled.

"Then why are you smiling?" He questioned teasingly.

I punched him again, walking away. I didn't make it very far though, as I heard footsteps right behind me. Niall never said anything, but I could tell he was right there. I suddenly felt someone step on my heel, and then my other one, then the first again. I moved over and walked faster, I only to have it happen again.

"Stop it." I smiled. He stepped on my heels again, almost tripping me this time. "Niall James!" I gave out to him, turning around. He laughed and pulled my body into his. I tried to push him away; however, he was much stronger than me.

"I'm sorry, baby." My stomach erupted into billions of butterflies at the simple sentence.

I smiled, pushing him away again. "Sure you are."

"I am!" He laughed. "What do I have to do to prove it?"

"Kiss me." I smiled up to him, my hands placed on his biceps.

"Anything for my girl." He smiled, leaning his head down. His lips softly pressed down onto mine, causing me to suck in a quick breath. I smiled as they formed perfectly together, molding into place.

I felt his tongue run smoothly along my bottom lip, but I decided to tease him a bit by keeping my lips clamped shut. I could feel him smile before I felt his hand slip down my side, resting on my hip. His fingers suddenly began to tickle me there, making me squeal he quickly slipped inside, chuckling as he pulled me closer. I wanted to yell at him for tickling me, but I couldn't as the kiss suddenly overtook my body.

The thought of questioning how he even knew my tickle spot came to mind, but I pushed it back, as he pulled me closer, moving us to the side. My back was suddenly pushed up against the trunk of an oak tree, the bright leaves falling over our heads.

I smiled and moved my hands up his arms onto his cheeks. I could feel his little bit of stubble run across the palms of my hands, making me giggle into the kiss. His lips suddenly pulled away, kissing a trail down my jaw. They moved so delicately down my neck, resting on the base where he began to suck on my sweet spot. I instantly melted into him, a soft moan escaping my overly hot and relaxed body.

I felt my knees buckle and I slid down the tree, resting my bottom on the ground. Niall chuckled, following after me. He pulled my body back into his, continuing where he left off. I bit my lip, the drum in my chest pounding harder as my breathing increased. Niall moved my limp body to the side, laying me flat on my back.

My hands slid around his neck, my nails scratching and tugging at the hair on the nape of his neck. He moaned against my skin, sending vibrations through me. I pulled his head back up, connecting my lips with his. He straddled my waist, his hands running up and down my sides, sliding under my shirt every once in a while.

He tugged my bottom lip between his teeth, sucking on it slightly before he went back down.

"D-Do you have a shirt on- under this?" He panted, only centimeters from my face.

"Tank-top." I stated breathlessly. In an instant, my sweater was over my head and ripped off my arms. His mouth clamped back onto my neck and I sighed, lifting my back off the ground, pressing into his touch.

I was thankful there was absolutely no one around. It'd be pretty awkward if I'm honest.

I moaned louder than I had intended as Niall bit down on to my skin. He has definitely left, like, four marks on me now. He trailed more kisses along the top of my chest that was visible due to the low cut camisole.

I closed my eyes, enjoying the feeling. My head was spinning and I felt drunk on Niall.

I tugged on his hair more; the pleasure that I was receiving was almost overbearing. He moaned out again, sucking on the tops of my breasts. I sucked in a breath of air, biting my lip from being too loud.

He moved, trailing back up my neck with firm kisses this time, rather than the sloppy ones I received last time.

"I love you, Khloe."

My head suddenly felt like it had spun off my body. I opened my eyes and for a second, I thought it was just a voice in my head, but the sight of Niall's face only centimeters from mine, told me otherwise. He was staring at me with the same admiration look that I was used to. The same glint in his eyes, the faint smile on his lips. My heart started to pound faster than it ever had before, imitating the wings of a hummingbird.

When I didn't say anything, he just rested himself on top of me, his hand coming into contact with my cheek.

"I love how you say my name. I love how you give my heart reasons to drumroll. I love how you are so stubborn, but it's only because you care so much. I love how you smile. I love how you care for every damn little thing." His smile over powered his face as his voice started to get faster and faster. "I love how you nip at my neck when you're in a playful mood. I love how you are so innocent. I love to see you in a happy mood. I love how you scrunch your nose in disgust, or roll your eyes in annoyance. I love how you're playful and funny. You're ticklish and a little crazy. How you are yourself. I love how you get jealous over the little things. I love how you are just everything rolled into one.

"Like the sun loves the horizon, like the moon loves the stars, like the water loves the sand of a beach, I love you, Khloe Rey Sparks." Niall stared down at me with the biggest smile I'd ever seen him possess. His voice was smooth like chocolate and soft like velvet. There was no stuttering, no second guessing. He's stated exactly what was on his mind.

I was a bit confused though as to how he would now know this without even knowing me, unless...

"Niall?" I whispered, feeling my whole body fall into a paralysis.

"I am completely in love with you."

I didn't say anything. I couldn't.

I just stared in shock at the boy in front of me, my body unable to move.

"And you don't have to say it back if you're not ready, but know that I-"

I smashed my lips into his, pulling his head down with mine. I'd shut him up, pulling him into my body.

I had no words. No words to even describe what was going on inside my body, let alone my head.

Niall loves me.

Niall loves me.

The boy who doesn't love. The boy who is said to have no heart. The boy who has come from a cold past. The boy who is full of ice. He loves me. He doesn't just love me, Khloe me, but he loves me. The real me. All of me.

I sighed into the kiss, Niall pulling away. He rested his chin on my chest, smiling widely. The widest I think I've ever seen him smile.

"Do-do you remember?" I whispered.

The smile only grew bigger which I didn't think was possible. "I never forgot, Khloe. It was there the whole time, I just had to stop trying and let it come back. Like you said." He whispered, running his fingers over my cheek.

My heart fluttered. I couldn't even describe to you how I was feeling. It was just everything in one. I wanted to cry, and smile, and giggle. I was giddy and happy and overwhelmed. I was surprised and shocked and just... everything.

"I'd been getting little clips of memories since the hospital. It was all there, I just had to let it come out."

"Why didn't you tell me?" I spoke softly, my eyes gleaming for sure.

"I was in denial. I didn't want to believe it for myself." He whispered, pressing a small kiss in the center of my chest. "Just like I didn't want to believe that I actually loved you."

"Do you- when did you know? For sure?"

"That day in the hospital. I didn't even know who you were, but it broke me inside to see you crying because of me. I wanted to hold you so badly, but I forced myself to rid of the feeling and to push you away." He whispered. "I'm sorry."

I ran my heavy hand through his hair as the top of his head, pushing it off his forehead. "So you remember everything?" I was still a bit confused, but smiled brightly nonetheless.

"Not everything, but a lot. It's all there. It's just like trying to piece together a dream. I just have to find all the pieces. But I know the bases." He smiled. I smiled back; a heavy weight that I didn't know I was carrying was suddenly lifted off the tops of my shoulders.

Niall slowly sat up, getting off of me so I could sit up to. He helped me slip on my loose sweater, before he helped me stand.

My hair bun had gotten really loose, so instead if fixing it; I just pulled it out, letting it fall into curly mess down my back. I held onto the headband that I'd also took out of my hair, in one hand, and Niall's hand in the other. He picked up his hat which had fallen on the ground during our make out session, placing it on his head.

"Do you want to continue or go back? It's going to be getting dark soon." Niall asked, pulling me closer into him.

I bit my lip, still smiling over Niall's words that he'd said. I still can believe he told me he loved me. It's crazy.

"Let's just continue, there can't be much longer." He nodded and we continued. I held onto his hand tighter, squeezing slightly. He squeezed back twice, making me smile. I love when he does that. It's like a reassurance thing. It's our thing.

The path ended up leading us to the beach. More people were down here rather than on the bike path. However, they were more older couples, in their late fifties maybe?

Niall dragged me over to the water. He took of his does and I took of mine as well, but also had to roll the cuffs of my jeans seeing as how I didn't have shorts on like Niall.

We walked along the shore a bit, just talking, laughing, and enjoying each other's company. Our conversations were light and giddy. Kind of like me.

I felt so high and as light as a feather, like I'd get picked up by the tide and carried back into the water. I could only hope that letting Niall in like this wouldn't tear me apart like the tide.

"Hang on." Niall smiled and ran onto the shore. I watched him closely with knitted eyes as he went up to an older lady. He talked to her a minute before giving her his phone. She looked over his shoulder and smiled at me.

Niall ran back over, while the lady with short grey hair smiled at us, holding the phone in the air.

"Niall, what are you-"

He grabbed my face quickly, slamming our lips together, cutting me off. I held onto his shirt, gripping it for balance. I heard the snap of the camera go off and my heart suddenly melted. I smiled and we both pulled away, breathless. He rested his forehead against mine, before he left a kiss on my nose and turned to get the camera back from the woman.

"Thank you very much." Niall smiled.

She smiled back, giving us a nod.

He came back over to me and went straight to his pictures. The picture made my knees go weak just by looking at it. My sweater had fell off my shoulder a bit, but it was beautiful. I think it was definitely my favorite.

Niall smiled and took my hand into his. "My biggest accomplishment yet." He kissed the back of my hand, holding onto it tightly. I squeezed his, smiling brightly. He squeezed back twice, like always, and we continued our way back towards town.

As much as I hated for this day to end, I had to allow it to. But I was ending it on such an amazing note.

In life, you will realize that there is a role for everyone you meet. Some will test you, some will use you, some will teach you, and some will love you.

But the ones who are truly important are the ones who bring out the best in you. They are rare and amazing people, who remind you why it's worth it.

And to me, that person will forever be Niall.

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