~_~_~ (Abby) ~_~_~

Abby glances over to her sleeping roommate and smiles. She can't believe how serious this competition has become and how much she's going to hate to say goodbye to everyone when it ends at the next rose ceremony.

Pim and Abby have been offered by the producers to be given separate rooms since everyone else is gone, but they both refused. They've been roommate since the beginning, so why change now?

She glances down at her hands. A gold and silver matching bracelet pair sit in her palms. Abby bought the friendship bracelets for Pim and her a couple of nights ago, but couldn't bring herself to give it to Pim. She smiles as she sets the silver band down on the nightstand next to Pim's head with a simple note explaining that it was a friendship bracelet and that she had the matching one.

On her way out the door, Abby catches a look at her outfit and smiles. A colorful, stripped crop top covers her chest and a long lace black skirt covers her thighs. She did her hair up in two space buns, making sure to leave half of her hair to fall down her back. Flakes of silver and rose gold glitter covers her hair and cheeks.

Since Abby has heard about Coachella, she's always wanted to attend. However, she's never been able to because of her family's money issues. Now, she get's to attend the festival with Niall and she couldn't be happier.

She meets Niall at the door to the mansion. A pair of light wash skinny jeans cover his legs and the top two buttons of a black stripped shirt exposes some of his chest. His hair is styled up and on top sits a pair of black sunglasses.

Niall walks straight up to Abby and brings her into his arms. His arms pull her closer to him as he plants a kiss on the side of her face.

"Might want to be careful, I've got glitter everywhere," Abby says. Niall pulls away from her, but keeps her at arm's length. His blue eyes run over her face and hair.

"Hmm, haven't you heard, glitter is manly now," Niall teases. He kisses her on the lips again. When he pulls away, a silver tint can be seen over his lips from Abby's silver lipstick. She doesn't say anything as they walk to the black SUV and climb in.

When they get to the grounds, they take a back entrance so they don't get surrounded by Coachella-goers. Abby grips Niall's hand as he leads her towards the VIP entrance. She recognizes a few media celebrities and big time celebrities waiting in line.

They're handed their VIP bracelets that let them into the VIP section and follow the crowd into Coachella. The area that they're in looks nothing like the area that Abby has seen in photos of people she knows that have gone the festival. The grounds are clean and breath-taking. Hardly anyone is around and the lines are only two or four people deep. Abby doesn't spot any media members around this area and the stage is just around the corner.

"Whenever you want to go see someone perform just tell me and we can loop around," Niall tells her. Abby nods, but isn't listening too hard. She's in awe still of the amazing views and people surrounding her.

Most of their day is spent walking from concert to concert. She meets a couple YouTubers and media personalities.

"I'm getting pretty hungry," Niall whispers into her ear during one of the shows. Abby nods and allows for Niall to drag her back to the VIP section.

The long white covered tables are arranged to make a 'C' and there's no line for the food. They both order what they want for lunch and find a seat at one of the tables.

"Have you been enjoying yourself," Niall asks.

"This has been amazing. I think it's one of the best days I've ever had," Abby cheers. The food is amazing. Abby doesn't think she's had anything as good before. Niall doesn't seem phased by the food at all, but of course he wouldn't.

After their late lunch they head back over to the festival side of Coachella. They walk along the gate to head towards the ferris wheel when she hears someone call her name.

"Abby! Abby Rose! Please," Someone calls. Abby stops in her tracks and turns to try and find the voice. She doesn't recognize the voice and has no clue who would know her name. Two girls stand down the way and smile as they race towards her.

As the girls approach Abby realizes that she doesn't know them. They smile at Abby as if they do, so Abby matches their smiles.

"Abby! I can't believe it's really you! This is amazing. I've been watching the show since the beginning! I've been rooting for you! You and Niall are so cute together," The taller girl says. Abby blushes at the girl's words as Niall gives her hand a squeeze.

"Would you like me to take your picture," Niall suggests. The two girls glance at him and nod enthusiastically. Abby has never had this happen to her before, but allows the two girls to stand on either side of her as Niall takes one of the girl's phone to snap their picture.

Abby talks to the girl for awhile until she tells them that they have to get going. The two girls thank them for being so sweet and Abby gives them both hugs before they head off to enjoy the rest of their day.

"You got your own fans," Niall teases. Abby bumps his shoulder and smiles.

-

Niall and Abby are watching one last show before they call it a night. Both of them are dead tired from the festival, but neither are complaining. They both had a blast.

The final song is the only slow one that Abby's heard all day. Other couples around them have started dancing together. Niall brings her in close and holds Abby to his chest. They sway together, but enjoying the feeling of being in each other's arms.

At the end of the song, Abby pulls away and presses a tender kiss to Niall's lips. He's covered in glitter now, but he doesn't seem to mind too much.

"Thank you so much for such an amazing day and experience. I couldn't have asked for anything better. Being with has made me happier than I ever thought would be possible. No matter what happens at the next ceremony I will always love and respect you," Abby sighs. Niall's eyebrows pull into a furrow.

"You... you love me," He asks quietly.

"Yeah, I do. I love you," Abby repeats. Niall pulls her close to him and holds her against his chest.

"I love you too."

~_~_~ (Pim) ~_~_~

When Pim wakes up he's hit with the reality that this is all really happening. He's actually in the final. He had the realization after the last rose ceremony, but it's hit him again. This is actually happening.

Pim is a little sore as he sits up in his bed from the workout he did last night. His eyes glance down to the wrist and he sees the band. He found it two mornings ago on his nightstand as a gift from Abby. He thanked her and they exchanged hugs. Pim swore he wouldn't take it off and Abby did the same.

Thinking about having to say goodbye to her pulls on his heart. He can't imagine saying goodbye to her. He's made so many friends while he's been here. Even if Niall doesn't pick him at the next rose ceremony, he knows that someone great has come from this experience.

The evening of the Teen Choice Awards has Pim excited. He's never been to the choice awards and has only watched them on the telly. This is also the first public event that Pim and Niall have ever been on. Pim's excited to see the difference from the real Niall and the media Niall and prays that they aren't that different.

Abby helped Pim get ready and sent him off for his date with a quick hug and kiss to the cheek for good luck. Niall waits at the door for him. Pim reaches out and brings Niall in for a quick kiss before following him to the black SUV waiting outside for them.

They sit hand-in-hand in the car. "So, the media is going to be there. What do you want me to say to them," Pim asks. Niall looks up from his lap and glances at Pim. He seems to think for a moment before shrugging.

"Well, you don't really have to say anything if you don't want to. I can do the talking. If they ask you someone specifically you can answer however you please. I'd just be a little careful if I were you on how much to give out," Niall explains. Pim nods, storing the information for later use.

The SUV pulls up to the back of the building that's hosting the Teen Choice Awards. Niall moves to get out, but Pim stops him. He moves towards Niall and pulls him into a heated kiss. Pim knows that they won't have any time to themselves before the show. This may be the only time tonight that they will be alone and Pim intends on using it.

"Okay," Niall breathes. He pulls away, unable to contain his smile. "If we keep going I won't be able to stop." They take a moment to get themselves back in order before exiting the car together.

Pim sees the swarm of people standing on the blue carpet as they walk towards the entrance. A fence separates the media from the celebrities. Pim feels his heart hammer in his chest with excitement as they step on the blue carpet and Pim enters Niall's world.

As soon as they start walking people scream at Niall and Pim to stop for pictures. They stop a couple of times in front of various photo backgrounds. Some with Niall to his left smiling and some where they're both more serious. In almost all the photos, Niall makes sure Pim is right by his side.

"Niall! Can we get a quick word! It's for Buzzfeed," Someone shouts. Niall glances at Pim before walking over to the media member. Pim vaguely recognizes the person, but can't place from where. More than likely, he's seen the man on the Buzzfeed YouTube channel or on their website.

The man turns the camera and smiles. "I'm here with Niall Horan and Pim Townsend here at the Teen Choice Awards. How are you two feeling tonight," The man asks. He points the microphone at Niall who spares one glance at Pim before answering.

"I'm feeling great with this guy by my side," Niall answers. Niall wraps an arm around Pim's waist. The man asks a couple more questions mostly about Niall's album and the show. Niall thanks him for the interview before pulling Pim away and into the building.

They wait inside and snack on some hors d'oeuvres before following the crowd into the main arena. Someone leads Niall and him to their seats up towards the front of the stage.

The ceremony seems to take forever, but Pim doesn't complain. With the presentation of every award he gets more and more nervous. Two female celebrities take the stage, but Pim doesn't really recognize either of them. "Now, for the Summer Music Star male category. All of these guys are uber hot, so I'm fine with any of them winning," The brunette girl explains. The other girl, who introduces herself as Laura, nods.

"Definitely. I'd love to swim in a huge pool with any of these stars, but only one can win. Here are your nominees for male Summer Music Star," Laura cheers. A video plays of all the nominees (some of which being Niall, Shawn Mendes, Liam Payne, and Zayn Malik). Pim cheers so loud his throat goes raw when he sees Niall's name and face.

"Now, for your winner of Summer Music Star.... Niall Horan!" Pim jumps out of his seat to give Niall a hug and kiss before allowing him to walk towards the stage. Pim watches his every step from the screen above the stage.

"Wow! This is amazing. Thank you all so much for voting for me. I can't be more thankful for all of my amazing fans out there! I want to thank my family and team for getting me where I am and of course Pim for coming out and supporting me tonight. I love all of you!"

Pim couldn't be more proud.

~_~_~

Hey guys! I tried to keep it to a thousand words per person so this wasn't a novel lol. So, the final rose ceremony is next! In case you didn't know... Niall will be proposing to the winner instead of giving them a rose. You don't have to get married right then, but I'm just warning you so there's no surprises.

Also, I will write the final ceremony as soon as I get both submissions. If I get both tomorrow than I will have the ceremony up tomorrow. I am really excited for the ceremony and I want to get it up and announce the winner!

GCQ: How do you react to the date? What will you wear to the final ceremony? How will you react if you win? How will you react if you lose? Will you say 'yes' if he proposes to you? What do you want the ring to look like (be detailed)?