One Monat later, and things showed no sign of improvement. It was like when Liam stopped Harry from seeing Carter all over again, but this time Carter knew he wasn’t coming back so it was a lot worse. She tried to distract herself but nothing would work. Harry was constantly on her mind. She wanted to resent him for leaving her, but she knew that she couldn’t.
On the other hand, Harry hadn’t touched a drink since the news. He never wanted to drink again after the affect it has had on his life. At first, he got to thinking, him and Lucy didn’t actually fully ‘do it’, did they? But then he remembered they were already on round two when he came to his senses. So he had no way of denying it. The baby was his.
Of course, he could always get a DNA test, but let’s just say that Harry hasn’t coped on to that yet. Lucy did seem pretty sincere when she told him though. Harry didn’t know what to do. Carter was going through his mind 24/7, saying those painful words over and over again in such a feeble tone.
“Please don’t leave me Harry.”
Those words stabbed into him time and time again. He didn’t want to leave her. He didn’t want to see her herz break yet again. He didn’t want her to endure any Mehr pain than she already has. But he couldn’t help it. He had no choice.
* * * * *
“Harry, time to get up love!” Harry’s mum beamed as she opened his blinds. Harry groaned as his eyes became exposed to the sunlight. He pulled the covers over his head and shut his eyes tightly. Anne sat down at the edge of Harry’s bed, pulling his covers off him. He looked up at her and she saw that his eyes were bloodshot, indicating he was crying last night. Anne sighed at the sight of her little boy in pain.
“Harry love, were Du crying?” Anne spoke in a worried tone. Harry shook his head. “You still Liebe her, don’t you?” Anne quizzed. “Of course I do... But it doesn’t matter... She hates me.” Harry shrugged. “Carter could never hate Du Harry, Du know that.” She said. Harry felt tears brewing in his eyes. He wasn’t the type of person to let his emotions Zeigen often, but he just couldn’t seem to help it.
Von now, Anne had noticed Harry’s tears and pulled him into her embrace. “Oh Harry…” she remarked, hugging her son tightly. “I just miss her so much mum. I should be with her. I should be lying with her in bett at night and waking up beside her every morning. I should be helping her through the hard times. I should be there for her.” Harry sobbed. “I know Harry… But she’ll soon realise that you’re doing this for her.” Anne soothed. “But I want to be with her.” Harry looked down. “Harry… How on earth are Du going to have a child with another woman when Du still Liebe Carter?” she asked. “I don’t know.” Harry shrugged.
“How about Du stay Home from school today?” Anne suggested. “No, that means I’ll just think about her all day.” Harry replied, standing up. He left the room, scratching his neck.
* * * * *
“Are Du 100% sure Du wanna go to school today? The principal sagte Du can stay off until Weiter term.” Liam sagte as Carter brushed her teeth in the bathroom. “No, I want to go.” She told him with a toothbrush in her mouth. “You do know Harry Harry will most-likely be there, right?” Liam informed her. Carter paused upon hearing Harry’s name. “I’m going to have to do it sometime. Its better I do it sooner rather than later.” She spoke, spitting the toothpaste into the sink. “I guess.” Liam bit his lip and left the room.
Carter exited the bathroom and strolled towards the wardrobe. Opening it up, she decided on what to wear. She then journeyed down the stairs and into the kitchen.
Outfit: link
“CAAAAARRRRRRTTTTEEEEEEEERRRRR!” Louis exclaimed, sprinting towards Carter and picking her up. He squeezed her tightly. Carter cleared her throat. “Um… Lou… You’re-squishing-me…” she sagte breathlessly. “Oops, sorry.” Louis chuckled, putting Carter down and blushing. “What are Du doing up so early Carter?” Niall questioned, munching on a slice of toast while sitting on the counter. “I’m going to school.” Carter beamed.
Zayn rose from his seat. “Are Du sure that’s a good idea Carter? I mean, is it not a bit soon?” he frowned, gazing at Liam. “It’s what she wants.” Liam shrugged. “Are Du sure Carter? Du do know you’ll probably see Harry. I don’t know if you’re ready for that.” Zayn bit his lip, Niall nodded in agreement as did Louis. “Don’t worry guys, I’m over Harry. I don’t need him anymore.” Carter smiled.
Obviously this wasn’t true, but Carter was sick to her teeth of being babied and constantly having someone looking after her. She wanted things to go back to how they were before the bullying but she knew that was impossible at this stage. The boys were so much Mehr cautious and aware now; they didn’t want anything worse happening to Carter. They wanted her life to bit a little bit happier, oder maybe a lot.
The boys gazed at each other in dis-belief. “Are Du sure?” Louis quizzed. “It’s okay to miss him Carter, we all do.” Zayn told her. “I’m fine, I don’t need him anymore.” Carter smiled half-heartedly. Unconvinced but knowing that they weren’t going to change her mind, the boys nodded and resumed what they had been doing previously.
Carter picked up her schoolbag and took a deep breath. “Right, I’m off. See Du later boys!” she grinned, turning towards the front door. “Wait, what about breakfast?” Liam stated. “I’ll get something on the way.” Carter shrugged. Liam narrowed his eyes at her. “Fine. Pass me an apple.” She rolled her eyes. Liam hesitated for a moment. “I guess it’s a start…” he sighed as he threw the apfel, apple in Carter’s direction. Carter caught it and bid farewell to the boys before dashing out the door.
Dragging her feet along the ground, Carter kept her eyes peeled for the nearest bin. When she came across one, she tossed the apfel, apple into it. It was a typical summer’s Tag in Manchester. Dry, humid and sticky weather, rain about to pour any second. As she came towards Harry’s house, she spotted him strolling down his driveway. She put her head down and walked slowly- hoping he wouldn’t recognise her. It turned out he didn’t as he hopped into his car and drove off.
Breathing a sigh of relief, Carter continued her journey. As she came to the school gates, she looked up. Her surroundings were quite unfamiliar, even though Harry had brought her here previously.
As she wandered into the school, Carter began to wonder if coming here was such a good idea after all. The only people she knew here were Lucy, Jake and Harry. She had also heard of Tom but never really had the ‘pleasure’ of meeting him. She was completely alone in the school.
“Ah, Miss Payne! Welcome back!” The principal proclaimed, smiling warmly at Carter. Carter smiled back politely. “Come with me and I’ll help Du get started. Before Du know it everything will be back to normal love.” The principal cooed.
Normal? What exactly did that mean?
* * * * *
Carter edged to her locker, putting a couple of Bücher inside it whilst taking a timetable and map of the school in her hand. It was just like Carter’s very first Tag all over again.
“CARTER!!!” An unfamiliar voice shrieked as a girl ran straight into Carter’s arms and hugged her tightly. It was Nicki, she had been on a cruise for the past couple of months and was now back. She had no idea whatsoever about Carter’s accident, and Carter had absolutely no clue who she was.
When she pulled away from the hug, Nicki beamed at Carter, who was very confused. “So… tell me everything! What have I missed?” Nicki quizzed. Carter stared blankly at Nicki. “Um… Carter?” Nicki frowned. “Um I'm really sorry and I don’t mean to be rude… but do I know you?” Carter bit her lip. Nicki’s expression dropped.
“I can’t believe Du Carter. I try to be your friend and Du completely blank me out on my first day? Well, I don’t give a fuck. Someone like Du would just bring me down anyways.” Nicki spat, storming away.
Carter turned to her locker once again, saddened that she didn’t recognise Nicki. Out of the corner of her eye, she spotted those familiar curls at the end of the hall, causing her herz to flutter. She looked at him to see Lucy on his arm, with a smug expression on her face.
Carter felt a messer jolt into her chest, again and again. She didn’t think it would be this hard to face Harry. Harry spotted Carter too, his herz also feeling as though it was being stabbed numerously. He was shocked to see her back at school; he wasn’t expecting her back until at least Weiter year.
The Sekunde Lucy saw Carter, she instantly grabbed Harry’s hemd, shirt and pulled him into her, Küssen him passionately. Carter immediately turned away from the pair, unable to watch. She grabbed her bag and headed to class.
* * * * *
It was now lunchtime, and Carter sat alone. She wasn’t too bothered about it though, as she was now able to read the dozens of messages she had received from the boys to see how she was getting on. A smile spread across her face, it was really nice to know much they cared. But then again, she hated them worrying. Sekunden later, she felt someone’s presence over her.
“Well, Well, Well. If it isn’t little Carter Payne.” Tom Parker’s cold voice rang in Carter’s ear.
Carter gazed up to see him smirking back at her. She knew exactly who it was. She remained silent, hoping that he would just leave her alone. “Harry’s dumped Du already then, eh?” he chuckled. Carter looked down. “Aw, Du not able to speak babe?” Tom winked. “Yes I am.” Carter sagte quietly.
“You know, it’s a pity Carter, you’re hot. It’s too bad Du belong in a mental institution with all the other freaks.” Tom snarled, before knocking Carter’s bag to the ground and sauntering away.
Carter bit her lip, promising herself she wasn’t going to cry today. She picked up her bag just as the glocke rang, so she headed slowly to class.
* * * * *
After a painfully long day, the school glocke finally chorused through Carter’s ears. She jumped out of her sitz and sprinted to her locker. Taking all the Bücher that she needed out, she shut her locker. She made her way to the front doors with a smile on her face.
Suddenly, as she was passing the geography room, an arm grabbed her and pulled her inside, throwing her onto the floor. Carter glanced up, and to her horror, saw Lucy staring back at her. She struggled to her feet, but Lucy just shoved her back down again.
“Who do Du think Du are Carter?” she scowled. “What?” Carter furrowed her eyebrows in confusion. What does Lucy want now? Lucy continued to glare at her, eyeing up every piece of Carter’s body. Carter looked Lucy straight in the eye and took a deep breath. Lucy let out a throaty laugh.
“You really thought Harry loved you, didn’t you?” Lucy chuckled. Carter remained silent. “He wasn’t really a boyfriend to Du though was he… Mehr like a babysitter if Du ask me.” A snigger came from Lucy’s lips. “Harry wasn’t a babysitter…” Carter spoke.
“Say what Du like, but Du know deep down that he only stayed with Du because he felt guilty.” Lucy snarled.
“Lucy, you’ve gotten what Du wanted, Harry’s yours now. I hope the two of Du have a nice life together and wish Du every happiness, because you’ve taken my happiness away. Du win Lucy, I give up.” Carter’s voice was a mere whisper.
A smirk grew on Lucy’s lips. She shoved Carter against the wall, but got the shock of her life when Carter pushed her back. Carter was tired of Lucy. Lucy slapped Carter across the ace, but Carter retaliated Von knee Lucy into the gut, completely forgetting about the baby. Lucy screamed in pain, glaring at Carter before grabbing her Von the hair and flying her against the other side of the room.
Carter groaned in pain, attempting to pull herself back up, but Lucy pushed her back down.
“People like Du don’t belong in this world Carter. So why don’t Du just go Home and kill yourself… no one will miss Du anyways.” Lucy snarled, not hearing footsteps walk in.
“Get the fuck away from her Lucy.” Harry, who had heard Lucy screaming, demanded. Carter’s face completely lit up. Lucy moved away and Carter pulled herself up and smiled at Harry.
That smile didn’t last long.
Lucy wrapped around Harry, Küssen him passionately. Carter’s eyes fell to the floor.
“I think Du should go Carter…” Harry stated, biting his lip to hold back his tears.
So that’s what she did. Carter ran past Lucy and Harry and sprinted the whole way home, her tears making her vision blurry.
Lucy was right. No one cared.
Carter fell in the door of the house. She raced to the kitchen. “Carter! Is that you?” Liam roared from upstairs, but Carter didn’t reply. She climbed onto the counter and searched the medicine press, frantically pulling down all the shelves. Liam jogged down the stairs and padded into the kitchen. “Carter what are Du doing?!” he questioned.
“Where are they Liam?!” Carter screamed. “Where’s what Carter?” Liam asked. Carter put her head in her hands. She looked up and saw something out of the corner of her eye. She jumped off the counter and lunged for the cutlery cabinet, pulling out a butcher knife.
Liam, now fully-aware of what she was trying to do, grabbed the messer out of her hand and pulled her away.
“WHAT THE FUCK DO Du THINK YOU’RE DOING CARTER?!” he yelled.
“I'M DOING THE RIGHT THING Liam!” Carter screamed.
“Oh, Von killing yourself? Yeah because that’s really going to sort out your problems.” Liam frowned.
“Well I won’t have to go through all this shit anymore if I was dead. She’s right Liam. Everyone would be better off if I was dead.”
“Who’s right?!”
“Lucy.”
“And you’re actually going to listen to a whore like that?!”
“Well what she sagte was true Liam! Everyone would be better off without me!”
“How many times do we have to go through this Carter? What makes Du think people will be better off without you?”
“Because they just would. Du wouldn't have to constantly look after me.”
“Carter, that’s what big brothers do! It’s my job to look after you!”
“Yes but to an extent Liam! You’re barely able to leave me alone for an hour!”
“It’s not your fault you’re ill Carter. All I want is for Du to get better.”
“When’s that going to happen though Liam? I’m tired of it. I’m tired of constantly having to rely on Du and the boys.”
“Carter, everything’s going to be fine. Once Du get back into the school routine and stuff.”
“Liam I’m sorry but I can’t go back to that school. Not with Lucy constantly making my life hell and Harry…”
“HARRY?!?! WHAT DID HE DO?! DID HE HIT Du BECAUSE IF HE DID I’LL-”
“No Liam he didn’t hit me!”
“Then what did he do?!”
“It’s not what he did, it’s just… he walked in when me and Lucy were arguing and defended me… but then he just told me to go home. It’s as if I mean nothing to him…” A tear fell from Carter’s eye.
Liam pulled Carter close to him and hugged her tightly. Carter pushed him away and went upstairs, locking the door and flopping onto the bed.
* * * * *
A little while later, Carter was sat with Louis on the couch. Liam appeared in the doorframe, gazing at Carter. Carter looked up at him. “Can I talk to you?” he asked her. “Okay.” Carter nodded, pulling her heavy body up and dragging it out to Liam.
“Look Liam, I’m sorry-”
“Don’t even begin to apologize Carter... none of this is your fault, okay?”
Carter nodded and looked down. Liam shuffled from foot to foot. “Carter?” he asked. “Yeah?” she replied. “What would Du say if I told Du that we could Bewegen to London?” he queried. “I’d say you’re crazy…” she retorted, letting out a small laugh. “No, I’m serious.” He stated. “What?” Carter furrowed her eyebrows.
“Aunt Mary has a humongous house over there. I called her and she sagte she’d be delighted to have the company until we find our feet. So what do Du think? Would Du want to?”
“Well its sounds amazing, but no. I’m not letting Du leave Du life here just for me.”
“I won’t be leaving much! There’s a college 15 Minuten away from Aunt Mary’s house! There is also a school just down the street. Carter just think about how we could turn your life around for the better!”
“What about the boys?”
“I’ve spoken to them… Obviously they’re upset but they think it would be good for you- for both of us to have a new start.”
“Danielle?”
“She needs to focus on her career. I don’t want to hold her back from her dreams any longer.”
Carter bit her lip. Liam was making the ultimate sacrifice for her and she knew it.
“Are Du completely sure about this Liam? I can always go on my own.”
“There is no way I'm leaving Du do this alone Carter.”
Carter smiled at Liam, but she couldn’t help but feel a little selfish for wanting to this.
“So what do Du say?” Liam grinned.
* * * * *
3 weeks later…
“CARTER! HURRY UP oder WE’LL MISS THE TRAIN!!!” Liam yelled.
Today was the Tag of the move, and emotions were most definitely running high. Of course Carter was beaming at the thought of getting away from all the pain and bad memories she had suffered through here in Manchester, but she was devastated to be leaving the boys behind.
Stepping outside of the house that she could no longer call home, she handed her last remaining bag to Liam who put it in the car.
Now it was time to say goodbye.
Liam tried to act the macho man, but he ended up bursting into tears. Carter turned to Louis first. A tear rolled from her eye.
“Hey! Don’t cry! Be happy!” Louis chuckled, giving Carter a big hug.
“Now Du listen to me… think of how great London will be! Du have all the sites- The London Eye, Big Ben 10…”
“You mean Big Ben?”
“I’m pretty sure its Big Ben 10…”
“Sure Lou… Sure…” Carter giggled.
“Well anyways, you’ve got the shopping too! Remember my birthday is December 24th! I’ll be expecting a very good birthday present! And-” Louis stopped suddenly.
“Lou?”
“I’m gonna miss Du so much.” Louis grabbed Carter once again. “I’m gonna miss Du too Lou.” Carter attempted to hold back her tears. Next, was Zayn.
“Who’s gonna come shopping with me now?” Zayn frowned. Carter laughed as Mehr tears filled her eyes.
“Promise me Du won’t forget me?” Zayn quizzed. “How could I forget you?” Carter spoke, forcing a smile. “Promise to visit me?” Carter questioned. “Every week.” Zayn winked.
Last but most certainly not least was Niall. He burst into tears straight away and engulfed Carter into his embrace.
“You have to call me every night, okay? And Skype me every Sekunde night! And send me postcards! And E-Mail me!”
“Of course Niall.”
“I’m going to miss Du so much Carter.” He kissed her forehead and squeezed her tightly. He wiped her tears with his sleeve and smiled. Liam had now finished his tearful goodbyes and was waiting in the car.
“Go on, Du don’t want to be late.” He gave her one Mehr hug, this time with Zayn and Louis joining in. Carter stepped into the car and Liam drove off, the boys waving them on until the car was out of site.
“This is it Carter. A new start for both of us.” Liam smiled as he put his hand on Carter’s lap.
* * * * *
Harry dashed to the principal’s office a week later, seeing that Carter had been absent for a Monat now and he was really worried. What if she was ill again?
“Mr. Styles, how may I help you?”
“I was wondering why Carter Payne hasn’t been in for quite a while. Is she okay?”
“Ms Payne has moved to London with her brother Liam, Harry.”
Harry froze on the spot. This couldn’t be happening. He’s driven her away, and this time for good. Why was he such an idiot? He shouldn’t have told her to leave that Tag with Lucy. He shouldn’t have broken up with her. He should never have bullied her. He wanted to kill himself for all he had done to her. He knows now how much he really hurt her.
But it’s too late now.
She’s already gone.
* * * * *
On the other hand, Harry hadn’t touched a drink since the news. He never wanted to drink again after the affect it has had on his life. At first, he got to thinking, him and Lucy didn’t actually fully ‘do it’, did they? But then he remembered they were already on round two when he came to his senses. So he had no way of denying it. The baby was his.
Of course, he could always get a DNA test, but let’s just say that Harry hasn’t coped on to that yet. Lucy did seem pretty sincere when she told him though. Harry didn’t know what to do. Carter was going through his mind 24/7, saying those painful words over and over again in such a feeble tone.
“Please don’t leave me Harry.”
Those words stabbed into him time and time again. He didn’t want to leave her. He didn’t want to see her herz break yet again. He didn’t want her to endure any Mehr pain than she already has. But he couldn’t help it. He had no choice.
* * * * *
“Harry, time to get up love!” Harry’s mum beamed as she opened his blinds. Harry groaned as his eyes became exposed to the sunlight. He pulled the covers over his head and shut his eyes tightly. Anne sat down at the edge of Harry’s bed, pulling his covers off him. He looked up at her and she saw that his eyes were bloodshot, indicating he was crying last night. Anne sighed at the sight of her little boy in pain.
“Harry love, were Du crying?” Anne spoke in a worried tone. Harry shook his head. “You still Liebe her, don’t you?” Anne quizzed. “Of course I do... But it doesn’t matter... She hates me.” Harry shrugged. “Carter could never hate Du Harry, Du know that.” She said. Harry felt tears brewing in his eyes. He wasn’t the type of person to let his emotions Zeigen often, but he just couldn’t seem to help it.
Von now, Anne had noticed Harry’s tears and pulled him into her embrace. “Oh Harry…” she remarked, hugging her son tightly. “I just miss her so much mum. I should be with her. I should be lying with her in bett at night and waking up beside her every morning. I should be helping her through the hard times. I should be there for her.” Harry sobbed. “I know Harry… But she’ll soon realise that you’re doing this for her.” Anne soothed. “But I want to be with her.” Harry looked down. “Harry… How on earth are Du going to have a child with another woman when Du still Liebe Carter?” she asked. “I don’t know.” Harry shrugged.
“How about Du stay Home from school today?” Anne suggested. “No, that means I’ll just think about her all day.” Harry replied, standing up. He left the room, scratching his neck.
* * * * *
“Are Du 100% sure Du wanna go to school today? The principal sagte Du can stay off until Weiter term.” Liam sagte as Carter brushed her teeth in the bathroom. “No, I want to go.” She told him with a toothbrush in her mouth. “You do know Harry Harry will most-likely be there, right?” Liam informed her. Carter paused upon hearing Harry’s name. “I’m going to have to do it sometime. Its better I do it sooner rather than later.” She spoke, spitting the toothpaste into the sink. “I guess.” Liam bit his lip and left the room.
Carter exited the bathroom and strolled towards the wardrobe. Opening it up, she decided on what to wear. She then journeyed down the stairs and into the kitchen.
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“CAAAAARRRRRRTTTTEEEEEEEERRRRR!” Louis exclaimed, sprinting towards Carter and picking her up. He squeezed her tightly. Carter cleared her throat. “Um… Lou… You’re-squishing-me…” she sagte breathlessly. “Oops, sorry.” Louis chuckled, putting Carter down and blushing. “What are Du doing up so early Carter?” Niall questioned, munching on a slice of toast while sitting on the counter. “I’m going to school.” Carter beamed.
Zayn rose from his seat. “Are Du sure that’s a good idea Carter? I mean, is it not a bit soon?” he frowned, gazing at Liam. “It’s what she wants.” Liam shrugged. “Are Du sure Carter? Du do know you’ll probably see Harry. I don’t know if you’re ready for that.” Zayn bit his lip, Niall nodded in agreement as did Louis. “Don’t worry guys, I’m over Harry. I don’t need him anymore.” Carter smiled.
Obviously this wasn’t true, but Carter was sick to her teeth of being babied and constantly having someone looking after her. She wanted things to go back to how they were before the bullying but she knew that was impossible at this stage. The boys were so much Mehr cautious and aware now; they didn’t want anything worse happening to Carter. They wanted her life to bit a little bit happier, oder maybe a lot.
The boys gazed at each other in dis-belief. “Are Du sure?” Louis quizzed. “It’s okay to miss him Carter, we all do.” Zayn told her. “I’m fine, I don’t need him anymore.” Carter smiled half-heartedly. Unconvinced but knowing that they weren’t going to change her mind, the boys nodded and resumed what they had been doing previously.
Carter picked up her schoolbag and took a deep breath. “Right, I’m off. See Du later boys!” she grinned, turning towards the front door. “Wait, what about breakfast?” Liam stated. “I’ll get something on the way.” Carter shrugged. Liam narrowed his eyes at her. “Fine. Pass me an apple.” She rolled her eyes. Liam hesitated for a moment. “I guess it’s a start…” he sighed as he threw the apfel, apple in Carter’s direction. Carter caught it and bid farewell to the boys before dashing out the door.
Dragging her feet along the ground, Carter kept her eyes peeled for the nearest bin. When she came across one, she tossed the apfel, apple into it. It was a typical summer’s Tag in Manchester. Dry, humid and sticky weather, rain about to pour any second. As she came towards Harry’s house, she spotted him strolling down his driveway. She put her head down and walked slowly- hoping he wouldn’t recognise her. It turned out he didn’t as he hopped into his car and drove off.
Breathing a sigh of relief, Carter continued her journey. As she came to the school gates, she looked up. Her surroundings were quite unfamiliar, even though Harry had brought her here previously.
As she wandered into the school, Carter began to wonder if coming here was such a good idea after all. The only people she knew here were Lucy, Jake and Harry. She had also heard of Tom but never really had the ‘pleasure’ of meeting him. She was completely alone in the school.
“Ah, Miss Payne! Welcome back!” The principal proclaimed, smiling warmly at Carter. Carter smiled back politely. “Come with me and I’ll help Du get started. Before Du know it everything will be back to normal love.” The principal cooed.
Normal? What exactly did that mean?
* * * * *
Carter edged to her locker, putting a couple of Bücher inside it whilst taking a timetable and map of the school in her hand. It was just like Carter’s very first Tag all over again.
“CARTER!!!” An unfamiliar voice shrieked as a girl ran straight into Carter’s arms and hugged her tightly. It was Nicki, she had been on a cruise for the past couple of months and was now back. She had no idea whatsoever about Carter’s accident, and Carter had absolutely no clue who she was.
When she pulled away from the hug, Nicki beamed at Carter, who was very confused. “So… tell me everything! What have I missed?” Nicki quizzed. Carter stared blankly at Nicki. “Um… Carter?” Nicki frowned. “Um I'm really sorry and I don’t mean to be rude… but do I know you?” Carter bit her lip. Nicki’s expression dropped.
“I can’t believe Du Carter. I try to be your friend and Du completely blank me out on my first day? Well, I don’t give a fuck. Someone like Du would just bring me down anyways.” Nicki spat, storming away.
Carter turned to her locker once again, saddened that she didn’t recognise Nicki. Out of the corner of her eye, she spotted those familiar curls at the end of the hall, causing her herz to flutter. She looked at him to see Lucy on his arm, with a smug expression on her face.
Carter felt a messer jolt into her chest, again and again. She didn’t think it would be this hard to face Harry. Harry spotted Carter too, his herz also feeling as though it was being stabbed numerously. He was shocked to see her back at school; he wasn’t expecting her back until at least Weiter year.
The Sekunde Lucy saw Carter, she instantly grabbed Harry’s hemd, shirt and pulled him into her, Küssen him passionately. Carter immediately turned away from the pair, unable to watch. She grabbed her bag and headed to class.
* * * * *
It was now lunchtime, and Carter sat alone. She wasn’t too bothered about it though, as she was now able to read the dozens of messages she had received from the boys to see how she was getting on. A smile spread across her face, it was really nice to know much they cared. But then again, she hated them worrying. Sekunden later, she felt someone’s presence over her.
“Well, Well, Well. If it isn’t little Carter Payne.” Tom Parker’s cold voice rang in Carter’s ear.
Carter gazed up to see him smirking back at her. She knew exactly who it was. She remained silent, hoping that he would just leave her alone. “Harry’s dumped Du already then, eh?” he chuckled. Carter looked down. “Aw, Du not able to speak babe?” Tom winked. “Yes I am.” Carter sagte quietly.
“You know, it’s a pity Carter, you’re hot. It’s too bad Du belong in a mental institution with all the other freaks.” Tom snarled, before knocking Carter’s bag to the ground and sauntering away.
Carter bit her lip, promising herself she wasn’t going to cry today. She picked up her bag just as the glocke rang, so she headed slowly to class.
* * * * *
After a painfully long day, the school glocke finally chorused through Carter’s ears. She jumped out of her sitz and sprinted to her locker. Taking all the Bücher that she needed out, she shut her locker. She made her way to the front doors with a smile on her face.
Suddenly, as she was passing the geography room, an arm grabbed her and pulled her inside, throwing her onto the floor. Carter glanced up, and to her horror, saw Lucy staring back at her. She struggled to her feet, but Lucy just shoved her back down again.
“Who do Du think Du are Carter?” she scowled. “What?” Carter furrowed her eyebrows in confusion. What does Lucy want now? Lucy continued to glare at her, eyeing up every piece of Carter’s body. Carter looked Lucy straight in the eye and took a deep breath. Lucy let out a throaty laugh.
“You really thought Harry loved you, didn’t you?” Lucy chuckled. Carter remained silent. “He wasn’t really a boyfriend to Du though was he… Mehr like a babysitter if Du ask me.” A snigger came from Lucy’s lips. “Harry wasn’t a babysitter…” Carter spoke.
“Say what Du like, but Du know deep down that he only stayed with Du because he felt guilty.” Lucy snarled.
“Lucy, you’ve gotten what Du wanted, Harry’s yours now. I hope the two of Du have a nice life together and wish Du every happiness, because you’ve taken my happiness away. Du win Lucy, I give up.” Carter’s voice was a mere whisper.
A smirk grew on Lucy’s lips. She shoved Carter against the wall, but got the shock of her life when Carter pushed her back. Carter was tired of Lucy. Lucy slapped Carter across the ace, but Carter retaliated Von knee Lucy into the gut, completely forgetting about the baby. Lucy screamed in pain, glaring at Carter before grabbing her Von the hair and flying her against the other side of the room.
Carter groaned in pain, attempting to pull herself back up, but Lucy pushed her back down.
“People like Du don’t belong in this world Carter. So why don’t Du just go Home and kill yourself… no one will miss Du anyways.” Lucy snarled, not hearing footsteps walk in.
“Get the fuck away from her Lucy.” Harry, who had heard Lucy screaming, demanded. Carter’s face completely lit up. Lucy moved away and Carter pulled herself up and smiled at Harry.
That smile didn’t last long.
Lucy wrapped around Harry, Küssen him passionately. Carter’s eyes fell to the floor.
“I think Du should go Carter…” Harry stated, biting his lip to hold back his tears.
So that’s what she did. Carter ran past Lucy and Harry and sprinted the whole way home, her tears making her vision blurry.
Lucy was right. No one cared.
Carter fell in the door of the house. She raced to the kitchen. “Carter! Is that you?” Liam roared from upstairs, but Carter didn’t reply. She climbed onto the counter and searched the medicine press, frantically pulling down all the shelves. Liam jogged down the stairs and padded into the kitchen. “Carter what are Du doing?!” he questioned.
“Where are they Liam?!” Carter screamed. “Where’s what Carter?” Liam asked. Carter put her head in her hands. She looked up and saw something out of the corner of her eye. She jumped off the counter and lunged for the cutlery cabinet, pulling out a butcher knife.
Liam, now fully-aware of what she was trying to do, grabbed the messer out of her hand and pulled her away.
“WHAT THE FUCK DO Du THINK YOU’RE DOING CARTER?!” he yelled.
“I'M DOING THE RIGHT THING Liam!” Carter screamed.
“Oh, Von killing yourself? Yeah because that’s really going to sort out your problems.” Liam frowned.
“Well I won’t have to go through all this shit anymore if I was dead. She’s right Liam. Everyone would be better off if I was dead.”
“Who’s right?!”
“Lucy.”
“And you’re actually going to listen to a whore like that?!”
“Well what she sagte was true Liam! Everyone would be better off without me!”
“How many times do we have to go through this Carter? What makes Du think people will be better off without you?”
“Because they just would. Du wouldn't have to constantly look after me.”
“Carter, that’s what big brothers do! It’s my job to look after you!”
“Yes but to an extent Liam! You’re barely able to leave me alone for an hour!”
“It’s not your fault you’re ill Carter. All I want is for Du to get better.”
“When’s that going to happen though Liam? I’m tired of it. I’m tired of constantly having to rely on Du and the boys.”
“Carter, everything’s going to be fine. Once Du get back into the school routine and stuff.”
“Liam I’m sorry but I can’t go back to that school. Not with Lucy constantly making my life hell and Harry…”
“HARRY?!?! WHAT DID HE DO?! DID HE HIT Du BECAUSE IF HE DID I’LL-”
“No Liam he didn’t hit me!”
“Then what did he do?!”
“It’s not what he did, it’s just… he walked in when me and Lucy were arguing and defended me… but then he just told me to go home. It’s as if I mean nothing to him…” A tear fell from Carter’s eye.
Liam pulled Carter close to him and hugged her tightly. Carter pushed him away and went upstairs, locking the door and flopping onto the bed.
* * * * *
A little while later, Carter was sat with Louis on the couch. Liam appeared in the doorframe, gazing at Carter. Carter looked up at him. “Can I talk to you?” he asked her. “Okay.” Carter nodded, pulling her heavy body up and dragging it out to Liam.
“Look Liam, I’m sorry-”
“Don’t even begin to apologize Carter... none of this is your fault, okay?”
Carter nodded and looked down. Liam shuffled from foot to foot. “Carter?” he asked. “Yeah?” she replied. “What would Du say if I told Du that we could Bewegen to London?” he queried. “I’d say you’re crazy…” she retorted, letting out a small laugh. “No, I’m serious.” He stated. “What?” Carter furrowed her eyebrows.
“Aunt Mary has a humongous house over there. I called her and she sagte she’d be delighted to have the company until we find our feet. So what do Du think? Would Du want to?”
“Well its sounds amazing, but no. I’m not letting Du leave Du life here just for me.”
“I won’t be leaving much! There’s a college 15 Minuten away from Aunt Mary’s house! There is also a school just down the street. Carter just think about how we could turn your life around for the better!”
“What about the boys?”
“I’ve spoken to them… Obviously they’re upset but they think it would be good for you- for both of us to have a new start.”
“Danielle?”
“She needs to focus on her career. I don’t want to hold her back from her dreams any longer.”
Carter bit her lip. Liam was making the ultimate sacrifice for her and she knew it.
“Are Du completely sure about this Liam? I can always go on my own.”
“There is no way I'm leaving Du do this alone Carter.”
Carter smiled at Liam, but she couldn’t help but feel a little selfish for wanting to this.
“So what do Du say?” Liam grinned.
* * * * *
3 weeks later…
“CARTER! HURRY UP oder WE’LL MISS THE TRAIN!!!” Liam yelled.
Today was the Tag of the move, and emotions were most definitely running high. Of course Carter was beaming at the thought of getting away from all the pain and bad memories she had suffered through here in Manchester, but she was devastated to be leaving the boys behind.
Stepping outside of the house that she could no longer call home, she handed her last remaining bag to Liam who put it in the car.
Now it was time to say goodbye.
Liam tried to act the macho man, but he ended up bursting into tears. Carter turned to Louis first. A tear rolled from her eye.
“Hey! Don’t cry! Be happy!” Louis chuckled, giving Carter a big hug.
“Now Du listen to me… think of how great London will be! Du have all the sites- The London Eye, Big Ben 10…”
“You mean Big Ben?”
“I’m pretty sure its Big Ben 10…”
“Sure Lou… Sure…” Carter giggled.
“Well anyways, you’ve got the shopping too! Remember my birthday is December 24th! I’ll be expecting a very good birthday present! And-” Louis stopped suddenly.
“Lou?”
“I’m gonna miss Du so much.” Louis grabbed Carter once again. “I’m gonna miss Du too Lou.” Carter attempted to hold back her tears. Next, was Zayn.
“Who’s gonna come shopping with me now?” Zayn frowned. Carter laughed as Mehr tears filled her eyes.
“Promise me Du won’t forget me?” Zayn quizzed. “How could I forget you?” Carter spoke, forcing a smile. “Promise to visit me?” Carter questioned. “Every week.” Zayn winked.
Last but most certainly not least was Niall. He burst into tears straight away and engulfed Carter into his embrace.
“You have to call me every night, okay? And Skype me every Sekunde night! And send me postcards! And E-Mail me!”
“Of course Niall.”
“I’m going to miss Du so much Carter.” He kissed her forehead and squeezed her tightly. He wiped her tears with his sleeve and smiled. Liam had now finished his tearful goodbyes and was waiting in the car.
“Go on, Du don’t want to be late.” He gave her one Mehr hug, this time with Zayn and Louis joining in. Carter stepped into the car and Liam drove off, the boys waving them on until the car was out of site.
“This is it Carter. A new start for both of us.” Liam smiled as he put his hand on Carter’s lap.
* * * * *
Harry dashed to the principal’s office a week later, seeing that Carter had been absent for a Monat now and he was really worried. What if she was ill again?
“Mr. Styles, how may I help you?”
“I was wondering why Carter Payne hasn’t been in for quite a while. Is she okay?”
“Ms Payne has moved to London with her brother Liam, Harry.”
Harry froze on the spot. This couldn’t be happening. He’s driven her away, and this time for good. Why was he such an idiot? He shouldn’t have told her to leave that Tag with Lucy. He shouldn’t have broken up with her. He should never have bullied her. He wanted to kill himself for all he had done to her. He knows now how much he really hurt her.
But it’s too late now.
She’s already gone.
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