ASHLEY

I never thought that I would ever actually meet one of his exes. She seemed like a nice person, though. And just like how Harry described her before, she's got that alien perfume scent, which can allure anyone to be frank. I try to bring back the smile I was wearing a couple of minutes ago. She gets nearer and gives me a...hug? I did not see that coming. 

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'You're not supposed to hold the camera like that' Emily says in a huffed voice, but soon brings on a smile on that charming face. She teaches me on how to hold it properly. I glance at her after she goes back to hers. I kinda feel offended by that, but I learned something so I swallow my pride a bit.

The guys congregate themselves within the lights and cameras. There a lot of extra technological equipment which are  intriguing. There are a lot of movements in this video, which meant that the cameras have to move with them as well. I try to keep a steady pace, focusing both on the camera footage and the actions in front of me. 

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The shooting ends at around 7 pm. The guys did an excellent job although there's a lot more that needs to be perfected. My body is exhausted from all the constant locomotion throughout the day.  I haven't had proper food and my head feels light. I place two fingers on my temple, shut my eyes and massage it slightly, while holding onto a table.

'Hey. You okay?' Niall appears beside me, rubbing my back.

'Yeah, I am fine. Just hypoglycemia' I tell him.

'I don't reckon I know that term. Sounds utterly scientific' he laughs off and I do the same along with him. 

'You know what?' he says, and starts putting back my stuff in my bag. I try to tell him but he cuts me off in between.

'Editing? Do it tomorrow, love. Your condition won't allow you to do it today.' He explains me. After failing to persuade him, I let go of it. 

'Alright, I will do it tomorrow. By the way, have you seen Harry?' I ask. I haven't had the chance to speak to him the entire day which is a major bummer. 

'Yeah. He looked stressed out, mainly because of messing up constantly today. Can't blame him, to be frank.' Niall takes my leave  soon after and I stand there for a while. I feel like I am overthinking.

No, Emily won't do anything. She has moved on, right? She wouldn't want to make the situation worse...

I wear the strap of my bag around and leave the place. I walk around searching for him. When I do find him, he was packing as well, alone. This is a perfect chance, I think. I charge slowly, only to see that he's not by himself anymore...

HARRY

The day started off as if a strong lightning struck the ground. It was not as good obviously. The thunderstruck feeling just made it worse. I haven't even spoke to Ashley throughout the day. I am sure she understands, which is why I am dying to talk to her. I put my things back inside my bag quickly. I get a feeling that she's around here somewhere, curious to have a word with me too. But someone else's presence fills in. Someone I thought would show up when I don't want to. 

'Hey Haz' Emily exclaims, her deep voice rattling in the air. She smells exactly like that alien perfume, the one that I like the most.

'I am Harry, not Haz' I simply tell her and go back to packing.

'Okay, I am sorry.' she tells me with wide eyes and wears a smile. 'I know people call you Haz, but you just don't want me to call you that."

'Why are you here?' I ask a bit harshly but I don't care. 

'I am just doing what I love. Surrounding myself with people...who love me.' her voice is so alluring that I hate it now.

'Stop talking crap and let me do my work. And don't even think that we can still work out our past relationship. It's over for good. Besides, it won't be positive for your son.' I tell her softly this time. Yes she has a son, with her recent ex-boyfriend. 

'I know Harry. I won't even try. For the sake of my son, Ryan.' she responses with a bit of sadness. I know, Ryan is her weakness and she will cross all limits for him.

'By the way, that girl....Ashley, she's good as gold. I must say, it was smart for you to bring her here. How did you know about her in the first place?' she tells me. Ashley. I am supposed to go and talk to her. Oh shit. What if she already left?

'Um, I gotta go. See you tomorrow.' I politely exclaim an adieu and take her leave. I run to the end of the park, just to see her hoping into Shawn's car and leaving. Dammit. I take out my phone from my pocket.

Hey. Just three words. I am sorry.

I send her the text and look down the dark road illuminated with the road lights.

ASHLEY

I stand there watching Emily and Harry having a chat. I look around to check if anyone else is watching and I was glad no one is. It's just me. Harry looks uncomfortable, as if he just wants to escape. He did briefly tell me about their relationship before, and how it just all crumbled down that even if they really wanted, they can't get back together. 

It's been around 15 minutes and they're still talking. I wait, wait and wait. My head starts to pound, as if someone was hitting a hammer multiple times. At that moment, my phone vibrates in my pocket. A message. From none other but Shawn. Shit.

Hi I am waiting for ya. Come quick x

I glance back at Harry who's standing there, with only Emily talking. I guess I'll just have to let it go and return. 

I walk slowly to the end of the park, where Shawn's car is standing.He unlocks the doors and I put my bags behind. I hop in and give Shawn a normal hug. My head's still pounding but I don't that him yet. I wear the seat belt as Shawn starts to accelerate. I look over to the passenger mirror on my side and spot Harry, looking directly at it. My heart drops. He was talking with Emily a minute ago and now he's here. I can't fathom the fact that he was as desperate to have a chat as me. I turn the window down and bob my out, but he was now out of sight. 

'Anyone there?' Shawn asks, a bit confused.

'Um no, no one's there. I just wanted to breathe in fresh air.' I lie while  closing the window. My phone beeps and I take it out immediately.

H- Hey. Just three words. I am sorry.

Me- You don't have to.

Me- I'll see you tomorrow.