-Zach's POV-

"Are we there yet" she whined from the passenger seat but I ignored her. "Zach" She said after another five minutes.

"What!" I snapped aggravated by her constant whining.

"Someone's on their man period" she muttered under her breath and I resisted the urge to retort back at her. "Are we there yet?" She asked as I turned into the little cafe. "Zach?" She simply said as she stared at me.

Letting out a sigh, I switched off the engine, "We're here" I tell her and she squeals, unbuckling her seatbelt s she jumped in her seat. I chuckled at her child-like behaviour. "Come on" I said as I got off the car.

"Good evening sir" a waiter said as the two of us stepped into the small cafe. I nodded my head, acknowledging his presence.

"Can I have a table for two?" I ask, calmly as possible as I watched as his gaze shifted to Talia who had her eyes glued to the menu booklet that sat on a stand. I cleared my throat which brought the waiters attention back to me.

"Sorry sir, what did you say" he asked nervously as his gaze kept shifting to Talia.

"A table for two" I said through gritted teeth. He nodded his head, I snaked my arm around her waist, alarming her the slightest bit.

"What was that for?" she whispered but I ignored her, my gaze fixed on the waiter in front of us as he led us to a vacant table.

"Here's your menus and I'll be back shortly" he said and trotted away. I glared at his back, the feeling of someone  hitting my chest brought me back to reality.

"Huh?" I distractingly said as I shifted my gaze to Talia who just stared at me with her arms crossed against her chest and eyebrows furrowed.

"What's wrong with you?" She inquired and I just stared at her.

"Nothing" I simply said and she squinted her eyes.

"I don't believe that, you've been staring at that waiter for a while now" she stated.

"He's just being an ass" I said with a shrug as I scan the menu in front of me. "I'll get the......" I started but I was interrupted by the waiter from minutes ago.

"Are you ready to order?" He asked with a smile spread across his face as he pulled out a pen from his apron pocket.

"Yes" I responded before Talia could, he nodded and grabbed his notebook and looked at me with a bored look on his face. "I'd like a steak" I said.

He nodded and wrote it down, "what about you gorgeous?" He asked Talia, a flirtatious smirk plastered on his face.

Talia's cheeks burned up, "I'd like a chicken salad" she whispered, her voice shaky.

"Your meals will be ready in 10 minutes. What would you like to drink?" He asked.

"Water" the two of us said simultaneously. My hand that rested on top of the table, interlaced with Talia's. The waiters jaw clenched as his gaze averted to our interlocked hands.

"They'll be ready soon" He gritted out and I nodded my head. Turning on his heel, he walked away as I watched his grip on the notebook tighten and I smirked triumphantly.

"What was that for?" Talia grumble pulling her hand away from mine. My stomach dropped at the sudden movement, "Zach?" Talia said and I shook my head, getting myself out of my daze.

"Uh, it was nothing" I quickly spat out and grabbed my phone. Unlocking it to see a lot of messages from Kay, internally groaning at at the several messages she'd sent. Rolling my eyes, I place the cellular device back onto the table. Looking up, I saw a blonde boy hiding behind a menu, his gaze on Talia. His eyes a dark shade, his grip tightening onto the menu that was in his hands, I furrowed my eyebrows in confusion.

"Are you su—" she started but the sound of something being slammed on our table made me jump in surprise. Gazing up I cam face to face with the same waiter as before, our meals now sat in front of us.

I raised an eyebrow. "Can I help you?" I ask him as I cross my arms against my chest.

"Maybe, maybe not" he said with a smirk as he rocked back and forth on his heel. An evil glint, sparked in his emerald orbs.

"Well, which is it?" I questioned, getting irritated by his presence.

"Mhmm" he hummed as his eyes averted to Talia who seemed quite out of it. Her eyes roamed around the small diner, her body tensed up as her eyes connected with someone else. "Is she single?" He questioned and I growled.

"Unfortunately no" I said with a fake frown on my face. "Now if you don't mind, I'll love to have a peaceful lunch with my girlfriend" I said grabbing ahold of my cutlery. The waiter scoffed and turned away, "asshole" I muttered as I stuffed a piece of meat inside my mouth.

My mouth watering at the aroma of the steak. I picked up the fork and stabbed it into the steak and cut a small piece, "mhmm" I moaned contently at the heavenly taste of meat. Looking up, I watched as she nibbled on her salad, munching slowly.

I watched as her eyes darted all over the place, concerned as to what had made her all antsy. "Hey everything okay?" I ask her with a raised eyebrow,

She swallowed what was in her mouth and just gazed at me, emotionlessly. "I'm fine" She monotonously said and I just gave her a concerned look. Her eyes snapped in every direction, I watched as it darted all over the place.

Minutes later, the two of us just sat there, with her eyes looking around anxiously as I watched her glance everywhere. "Talia?" I said and she snapped her attention to me, "My parents want to meet you" I said after clearing my throat.

She had her eyebrows furrowed, "Why?" She questioned, a puzzled look plastered on her face.

I sighed and interlaced my fingers together, "They said they want to meet you. So, could you come over tonight for dinner?" I ask.

Her hazel orbs just stared into my brown ones for a while before nodding her head, "Sure" She said with a shrug. "Can we get out of here. Please" She pleaded and I nodded my head calling a waitress over.

"How can I help you sir?" She asked.

"Can I have the cheque?" I ask and she nods her head, turning on her heel and walked away.

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-Talia's POV-

"He was there Shay" I whispered.

"You need to tell Bra-" She started but my phone buzzed. I glanced at my lit up screen, my breath hitching at my throat. "What? What is it, you look like you've seen a ghost" She worriedly said. I gulped and picked up my phone.

"It's nothing" I said, reading the message that was sent.

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Unknown Number: How was the date with 'Mr Popstar', sweetheart. You looked kinda hot in that white dress😉😉.

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I swallowed thickly, looking up I saw Shayla intently gazing at me with her arms crossed. "if you don't tell what's going on, I'm going to tell Brad what happened with you and Luke a week back" She threatened. I stared at her, shocked.

"You wouldn't" I shakily said.

She shrugged, "I will if you don't tell me in, 10, 9, 8-" she started.

"You're bluffing" I said shaking my head, the grip on my phone tightened.

"5,4,3" She continued to count. Her posture on her spot on the bed changing as she began to stand.

"Stop it" I choked out.

"2,1! I'm going" She stated as she walked towards the door. I was frozen in my spot until, I jumped out of my seat and ran after her. "BABE!" Shayla hollered.

"STUDIO!" He called back as I watched her run down the hallway, turning to her left.

"SHAYLA STOP!" I yelled.

"What's going on!" Brad sternly asked as we stepped inside. Seeing the other three working on some new music but they all stopped and looked at us. Shayla and I started to talk at the same time, "ENOUGH!" Brad snapped. "Tal, talk" He said glaring at me.

"It's nothing to worry about" I said with a serious expression but he just squinted his eyes at me.

"Lie! Shayla" He said averting his gaze to her.

"Luke knows where Talia works" She blurted out and Brad's eyes darkened, his jaw clenched.

"WHAT! You said you have had no contact with him" He growled at me, it almost felt like he was staring into my soul.

"I haven't spoken to him" I shakily out. "He came up to me, it was in a new article" I whispered out looking down.

"Wait? What?" Shayla said. I looked up at her and her eyebrows were furrowed. "What do you mean by that?".

"A pap saw us outside the modelling agency building" I said. "He grabbed my wrist and he had my back against his chest, he whispered into my ear an-" I choked out. My vision blurry.

"I'm getting a restraining order against him for us all" Bradley rasped out.

"No don't" I exclaimed, too quickly. Bradley pulled his phone out as he averted his gaze from the screen.

"Why not?" He barked, "Luke has harassed you for years and what he did two years ago was unacceptable!".

"Just don't" I begged and he just stared at me. "If you love me B, please do-" I started but he cut me off.

"THAT'S WHY I WANT A RESTRAINING ORDER AGAINST HIM! HE'S CHANGED YOU IN WAYS I CAN'T EVEN DESCRIBE! He broke you Talia and I want my sister back, Nat wants her sister back and Mum and Dad want their angel back" He unsteadily said.

I looked down, tears blurring my vision, "I'm not broken" I whispered out.

"I know that! Luke hurt you in ways and I wasn't even there to protect you cause I was on tour" he said. "I just want you to be safe, that's why I'm hesitant with you doing this fake relationship thing with Zach".

I nodded my head, "I know" I said as I walked towards him and wrapped my arms around his wait since I was short. "I love you too B" I whisper as he wrapped his arms around my small frame.

"Awww" Several voices said and I side glanced to see Connor, Tristan, Shay and James with their phones out. "This is so cute" James said.

"Cute? Since when does James Mcvey say cute" Shay teased as he playfully glared at her.

"Shut up Shayna" He said with a playful smirk on his face as she glared at him.

"It's Shayla McVay" She retorted back.

"It's MCVEY!" He called out once she ran out.

"Anyways," I said wiping the tears away. "I have to get dressed" I said pulling away from the hug.

"Where are you off to now?" Brad asked with a protective brother tone as he grabbed his guitar, playing an unfamiliar tune.

"Zach's parents want to meet me" I said with a sigh.

"Isn't that a bit too soon?" He asked and I shook my head.

"Isn't moving in with him too soon?" I shot back and he nodded.

"Fair enough" He said and I walked away from him and the boys.

I sighed as I made my way up the stairs, "I hope everything goes well tonight" I mumbled to myself as I stepped into my room and walked over to closet.

My phone buzzing made me halt my search for an outfit, my breath hitched at the message.

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Unknown Number: Shouldn't have opened your mouth sweet thang 💋

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"God help me" I shakily said closing my eyes, getting back to choosing an outfit tonight.

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"TALIA! ZACH IS HERE!" Brad yelled.

"I'm coming!" I called back as I quickly applied the last touch to my make-up. "I'm here!" I yelled as I ra down the stairs.

"Watch the ca-" Connor started but I managed to trip over it but I closed my eyes waiting for the impact. I opened my eyes to come face to face with Zach brown orbs. My cheeks heated up, the slightest bit. "Good catch Herron".

I glared at him and he went back to what he was doing with Tristan, "We can go now" I said with a sheepish smile on my face. Looking up, I saw Zach gazing at me. "Uh, Zach" I said waving my hands in front of his face.

He shook his head and smiled sheepishly, "R-Right let's go" he stammered out as he speedily walked out of the house leaving me puzzled by the staircases.

"I'll see you guys later" I said and ran after Zach. I got into the car and he drove off, almost immediately. His eyes focused on the road as the car was enveloped with awkward silence. I turned on the radio, 'Style' by Taylor Swift played.

"Midnight, you come and pick me up, no headlights
Long drive, could end in burning flames or paradise
Fade into view, oh,
It's been a while since I have even heard from you
(Heard from you)
And I should just tell you to leave 'cause I
Know exactly where it leads but I
Watch it go round and round each time" I sang out.

"Woah......" i heard Zach say, making me jump. I avert my gaze to see him staring at me with his eyes wide and mouth agape.

"I know, I'm an awful singer" I said looking down.

I felt his pointer finger lift my chin up, "No, you sounded like a angel Talia" he whispered. I looked at him and I watched as his eyes shifted from my eyes to my lips. "An absolute angel" he whispered as he leaned in. My eyes widened once I felt him press his lips against mine.

"Woah!" I exclaimed pulling away from him. "Don't do that" i say. He looked at me with a confused expression on his face.

"Why not? I like you" he said with a small frown on his face but I shook my head.

"No, you don't" I tell him. He sighs in frustration and takes my face in his hands.

"I'm telling you the truth Talia" He whispered. "I really did fall for you" he said before pressing his lips against mine. I melted into the kiss, our lips moving against each other. "No lies this time" he whispered against my lips.

"What about your management" I ask softly, gazing into his sparkling brown eyes.

"Nobody gotta know love" he whispered and I looked out the window to see a medium sized house, the front door wide open as a middle aged women stood out front in a simple black dress. I sighed and nodded.

"Okay" I whispered and he grinned connecting our lips once more.

"Mine" he whispered.

"Yours" I whispered back.

"You guys took forever" the brunette lady said as we walked to the entrance, a smirk plastered on her face.

"Muummm" Zach whined and I giggled.

"Hi Mrs. Herron" I said shyly.

"Oh honey, call me Myta" She said with a friendly smile and I smiled back. "Come on in you two" she said.

'This is going to be one crazy night' I thought to myself as we stepped into the house.

"ZACH!!" Two kids yelled running over, the little one jumped onto Zach, him almost loosing his balance:

"Woah!" He exclaimed as he held onto her. "Be careful Reese" He sternly said as she buried her head in the crook of his neck, giggling to herself. "Hey Ry" Zach said as he gave him a fist bump.

"Oooo, who's she?" Reese asked, her brown eye shining bright like the stars in the night sky.

I gave her a small smile, "She's my girlfriend, her name's Talia" Zach introduced, placing Reese back onto her feet.

She tilted her head to the side and grinned, "Hi, my name is Reese Herron and I'm 8 years old" she enthusiastically said and I smiled.

"You're cute" I said and she smiled big.

"Thank you! You're gorgeous" she said and then she ran away.

"Ree— no don't touch that!" Myta exclaimed running after her eight- year old daughter. Looking to my left I saw Ryan staring at me.

"Do I know you from somewhere?" He questioned with an eyebrow raised.

"Uh......" I trailed off unsure on how to reply to that. "Maybe.... I'm Bradley Simpson's sister" I tell him and his eyes widened.

"No way!" He exclaimed and I chuckled nervously and nodded my head. "I wanna be like him one day" he said.

I chuckled, "trust me you don't" I said. Ryan looked at me with a questioning look on his face, "He's annoying" I said and he laughed.

"Aren't all older sibling annoying?" he questioned.

"HEY!" Zach exclaimed and I chuckled, watching the two brothers bicker. In a blink of an eye the two were rolling on the floor, play fighting each other.

"MUM! DAD! THEY'RE DOING IT AGAIN!" Reese screamed as I chuckled, amused with the scene being taken place.

"BOYS!" a deep voice yelled and Zach jumped away from Rya immediately and stood behind me, wrapping his arms around my waist and laying his chin on my shoulder.

"Hi" He whispered with a cheeky grin on his face.

"Hi" I chuckle, giving his cheek a peck.

"Hey Dad" Zach said as he untangled himself from me.

"Hey son" He said as the two hugged as I smiled.

"Hi Mr. Herron" I said with a small smile on my face.

He smiled at me, "Call me Josh" He said and I nodded my head. Glancing at Zach, who had a smile on his face as he smiled at me.

"DINNER TIME!" Myta hollered from her place in the kitchen.

"This looks amazing Myta" I said as Zach and I walked into the dining room, the delicious smell of whatever that had been cooked.

"Thank you sweetie" She said with a smile on her face. The five of us taking a seat at the table, "Reese! Dinner!" she called out and in ran an excited Reese.

"I'm here!" She squealed and I grinned at her. "Awww, I wanna sit beside Talia" She said a small pout on her face. Ryan sighed, getting up.

"Come here Reese" Ryan said as he walked over to his spot happily.

"Hello" She said with a smile.

"Hi lovely" I said and she giggled as I tickled her stomach, the slightest bit.

"So, Talia what's your career?" Myta asked as she served her plate.

I looked up from my served plate, "Uh, I'm a model" I said as I put a loose strand of hair behind my ear.

"Ohhhhh, do you like it?" She asked.

I nodded my head, "I've wanted to be a model since I was 11, my brother's career has just started at the time" I said with a shrug. When I was fourteen, my parents thought it would be a great idea if I moved to L.A with him to pursue my modelling and here we are" I said.

"Your brother? Who is your brother?" Josh asked.

"Uh, Bradley Simpson" I said and his eyes widened.

"The Bradley Simpson?" he asked and I nodded my head, "Tell him congratulations for me" He said and I looked at him confused. "Isn't he expecting".

"What?" I ask puzzled. "He's getting a child" I ask baffled and he nodded his head.

"You didn't know?" Ryan asked and I shook my head, a sigh escaping my lips.

"No wonder he was always so snappy" I mumbled.

"Babe, that's only for girls" Zach said and I glared at him.

"Are you calling me snappy?" I question and his face paled.

"I didn't me- Not lik- Tal-" he stumbled with his words as I smirked. "Your unbelievable" He muttered once he saw my facial expression as the rest of his family chuckled.

"So, Talia....." Josh started and I shifted my gaze to him. My smile dropped as my face drained of colour, "Have you had any ex's".