now my heart's breaking and i don't know what to do.

Louis followed the rest of the boys into the after party and before anyone even had the chance to say anything he went straight for the bar. One of his favorite things about these types of get together's was the fact that they more often than not had open bars, so he could drink to his heart's content. And even if he hadn't had a hard day or didn't need a drink he wasn't one to turn them down. He also, for the most part, enjoyed the people. Sometimes there were people there who he couldn't care less about seeing but usually, there was always at least two or three people he could really have a good time with, outside of his bandmates of course, and he really enjoyed that. It was nice after all when they were on a break from touring, or recording, to have free time that he could spend with other people. Because as much as he loved the others it could get really tiring being around them and only them all the time. What Louis really loved about tonight though was when he made it to the bar he spotted Evie Lowndes, a quite attractive lass he'd always wanted to get to know better, but had never had the chance. And he felt like tonight was a good night to get to know her.

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Riley made her way away from the bar to mingle with some of the other guests at tonight's party. It was the usual crowd of people, though she didn't really expect anything less given it was an after party and honestly the same people were always invited to these things. And much like usual Riley would grab a drink before venturing into the world of people. Unlike usual though she knew that Liam and the rest of the band were supposed to be attending the party tonight and well she'd been in contact with both Liam and Harry a lot in the last couple of weeks about finalizing a few things so she could move in with Harry so she wasn't homeless. After all, it even though she had money, and made enough money to live on her own it was tough finding a place to actually stay. So she felt extremely lucky enough to know at least one person who was able to help her out in her time of need.

[ I hope this is okay... ]

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Evie stood at the very end of the bar beside some people she had met a few events previously. A smile was on her face as her hips swayed just slightly to the beat of the music that was playing. She felt content just being around with the few people she knew, but her management would want her out mingling a lot more than what she was. She just didn't feel attempting to talk to those she didn't know. Three years ago it would have been completely different story. After all, she was a completely different person now and back then she despised who she was. She was happy with how things had finally turned around for her. Sure, she was probably a lot more entertaining for the general public back then. It was hard to know what Evie Lowndes, daughter of Craig Lowndes, would do next, but now it was a different story. She wasn't in the headlines for the terrible things she done; it was only the good and she knew the not drinking part had a big thing to play in that.

After a short while, she bid farewell to those she was with; letting them enjoy mingling with some people she did not know. She moved closer to the bar to grab a glass of soda to give her a little sugar kick. Her eyes soon fell onto Louis Tomlinson who was walking her way. She had briefly met him and the band a few times now at different events. She was sure there was probably a chance she bumped into one or two of them in her partying days, but that was something she could not remember; not that she wanted to remember. There had never been a chance for her to get to know Louis or the rest of the boys. It had always been short hellos and nice to see yous before she had to keep moving. She had only ever heard, from people she knew, that they were lovely boys and she wouldn't mind getting to know Louis. He had always been her favourite out of the five. There was something about his eyes that drew her to him.

As Louis drew closer towards her, she leaned her head to the side and smiled warmly at him. It had been at least six months since she had seen his face in real life. She remembered passing by him and Liam on some red carpet event in London. She didn't see either of them the rest of the night. She felt like tonight would be one of the only chances she would get to actually have a proper conversation with the good looking singer. "Louis Tomlinson, it's been awhile," she said to him with a soft laugh. "I hear you lot are finally having a break for once," she added in; her smile only growing wider.

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Harry walked alongside Liam as they entered the venue. It seemed like everyone had their own priorities tonight and he didn't blame them. They really had only stopped touring less than three weeks ago and, to be fair, they were getting a little bit sick of being around each other. Louis was the first to leave, heading straight towards the bar and Zayn was next when he spotted a friend of his in the crowd of people. Niall stuck around the longest, but he soon went off to grab a drink. The only reason Harry stuck by Liam was because he said that Riley would be able to stay with him.

He felt bad for her. He knew how hard it was to actually get a decent home in London; even he had difficulties landing the house he was in now. He was happy to help her though. He enjoyed Riley's company the few times he had met her so he didn't mind so much that she would be occupying his spare bedroom until she finally found a place to live again. She seemed down to earth and wouldn't invade his space too much.

"Thanks for this mate," Liam said to Harry for the hundredth time since he had agreed to let the blonde stay with him. "If I had somewhere for her to crash-" Liam was cut off when Harry spoke up.

"I don't mind," he stated; trying to calm his friend down. "She's a cool girl. You trust her, so I trust her. We will have fun together," Harry stated with a grin. He, honestly, didn't mind. It wasn't going to burden him at all. It was actually going to be pleasant having someone else in the house with him. "Let's just see if we can find her."

He was counting on Liam to find Riley. It had been a little while since he had last seen her in person. Sure he had seen photos of her over social media, but everyone looked different in real life. It wasn't long though until Liam pointed her out as she walked away from the bar. It was like she hadn't changed since he last saw her. She still had those beautiful blonde locks and a smile that lit up a room. Without a second look, Harry started to make her way towards her; dodging the people who were in his way. He made a beeline straight towards Riley.

"Thought you would at least buy me a drink too," he commented when he finally caught up to her. He had a grin on his face when Liam stepped beside him to greet his friend.

Louis couldn't hold back his smile as he reached the bar and was greeted by the one person he was hoping to be greeted by. "It has been awhile," he replied before turning to order a drink before going back to the conversation. "And yes we're finally going on a break for a bit," he told her hoping he didn't sound too happy about that. Because he was a little upset that they were taking a break from what they loved to do for a while, but he was mostly happy about it because it was tiring. And he was sure people just didn't quite understand how much energy it took to be in a world famous band.

"I mean I'm a little upset I have to give up traveling with the lads and performing because well the last five years have been a dream come true. But I'm also pretty excited to finally get some free time because that's something I haven't had in well about five years." He said realizing they hadn't ever really taken much time for themselves at all since the band started. Yea every once in a while they'd take mini vacations, but it was never long before they were right back in the studio writing, recording, or going over whatever their next big move was. This time it was for real a break, though. As in everyone was going to go do whatever the hell they felt like doing and they had all the time in the world to do it. So since he felt like staying in London for a while he could, he could also stay out as late as he wanted and not have to worry so much about the consequences.

Louis took his drink from the bartender before turning back to Evie one more time and smiling again. "So what've you been up to since we briefly saw one another last?" He asked her. Louis didn't know her very well personally, but that didn't mean he hadn't read the magazines or saw the online articles about her party days. He also knew though that lately she'd been on a better path than she used to be. And he couldn't say he blamed her for acting the way she had she had kind of had this life thrown on her when she was much younger than he'd been and hell it was hard enough being grown and in the spotlight, he could only imagine what it would be like being little.

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"You know I would've if I knew what you like, but well I don't. But tell me now and I'd be happy to get you something," Riley told Harry with a smile. Part of her was telling him she'd buy him a drink because she was quite grateful that he was opening up his home to her when he barely even knew her, and another part was telling him because well she found herself attracted to Harry and he was the type of guy she didn't mind buying a drink. She wouldn't say that moving in with him was some strange ploy to try and get him to date her though because well as attractive as Harry was she wasn't exactly looking to date him. Honestly, she'd just been looking for somewhere to live and Liam didn't have space for her, probably because he lived in some tiny little loft that only had one bedroom, so he'd suggested she move in with Harry who seemed okay with the idea and that's where they were now.

"Thanks again though for letting me stay with you, it's been well awful looking for somewhere to stay," She told him knowing that he'd told her it wasn't a big deal, and he'd most likely told Liam it wasn't a big deal, but to her it was a big deal. It meant she wasn't going to have to be homeless or worse move back in with her parents. Which it probably sounded awful that she thought it'd be worse to move back home than it would to be homeless. But well her home was never really filled with love and joy like people probably thought it was and she'd lost count of all the times both her parents had let her know they felt her career path was a waste. They didn't see the point in becoming a model and thought she was only doing something to become famous so she could have an excuse to go out and party all the time.

Evie pushed some of her long brown locks behind her ear as her smile grew just from seeing Louis. It had, in all honesty, been far too long. Sure, she hadn't really talked to him, but she enjoyed being in the same vicinity as him. He did intrigue her and she wanted to know more than just Louis Tomlinson, one fifth of One Direction. As he spoke, she could hear the happiness in his voice about a break and she could understand where he was coming from. It was hard enough being in the spotlight from the moment she was born, she could only imagine what it was like for Louis. She felt like it would be a lot harder coming from a normal life and into the craziness that came with being known. She didn't know how the five boys were doing so well with barely any scandals behind their names.

"Even though you are upset about not having to tour or do any recording, it would be nice to just step back from it all and enjoy some normal in your life," she stated with a smile. She didn't know how any of them done it. She couldn't even keep her life together and she wasn't even out on the road for eight or more months of the year. She was happy for them though, they all seemed liked the nicest, kind guys. "Are you going to do a little travelling while you're on your break? Finally see places you haven't been able to or are you staying in London?" She asked. A part of her hoped that maybe, just maybe, he was staying in London. She didn't have too much planned for the next month and she hoped, maybe, she would be able to hang out with him a little more.

For a second, she turned her attention to the bartender and ordered herself a soft drink to finally quench her need for a sugar hit before she looked back at Louis as he spoke again. She let out a soft laugh because she honestly had not been doing much. "The usual I guess. A few events, a few modelling jobs here and there. To be honest, I've just been doing my own thing for awhile now. Trying to find something I actually want to do in my life. I just haven't found the right path yet," she told him with a small shrug. Everyone expected her to take after her father, but that was something she didn't find any enjoyment in. She wanted a good job and she wanted to enjoy it, but it was easier said than done. For now, she was happy with showing up to events and doing some modelling jobs. It paid the bills and that was mainly why she was doing it.

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Harry gasped in a teasing way, pretending he was hurt by the fact she didn't know what he liked to drink. "Staying with me has been in the works for a few weeks now and Liam never told you what I like to drink? Do you know what my favorite food is? Do you know anything about me?" He questioned, teasing not only her, but Liam as well. "I'm disappointed in you Liam, you could've told her a few things about me first," he said to his friend; shaking his head, but he had a smile on his face the whole time. He liked to tease, he liked to stir; he just wanted to have fun and he wanted Riley to feel comfortable living with him. "Future reference, I drink whiskey and coke," he told her with a wide grin.

As she thanked him again, he had to shake his head. He had heard it from her and he had heard it from Liam one too many times. He wasn't put out by it at all. He was, honestly, glad that she was moving in. His home was too big for just one person and he was looking forward to the company since he wasn't planning on leaving London for awhile. The most he would travel would be to visit his family for a few days before he was right back at home. Since the boys were all off doing their own thing, he was looking forward to hanging out with Riley. "You both need to stop saying that. I'm looking forward to you moving in for awhile, Riley. I just hope you are prepared to put up with me," he said with a chuckle. "It took me ages to find the place I live in, I'll help you out as much as I can so you don't have to deal with me for to long. I've been told I'm hard to live with."

"That's what I'm most excited about honestly," Louis told her more than ready to spend the entirety of his break enjoying life. He didn't have anything really planned, but he did know that he wasn't going to spend the break moping around or being a couch potato. Yea there might be a day or two when he laid around all day only getting up when he actually had to, but what kind of life would that be if it was all he ever did? Because he was sure it wouldn't be a very fun one.

Louis smiled at Evie before he took another sip of his drink, "I was planning on hanging around London for a while, because even though I've been through here multiple times when we toured and all I've never really had the chance to go out and explore London. And there are things I've always wanted to do that I can now that I have free time. I do plan on doing some traveling though eventually because well now is my big chance to travel to wherever I want and do whatever I feel like and I can do that without worries of not having enough time or being too far away." He told her finally listening when she told him what she'd been up to.

"Well, I'm sure you'll find the right path eventually. I know it can be hard to figure out where we belong in this world, or how we're supposed to fit in, but the thing is as long as we try we can figure it out." He told her knowing more than one person who'd went through the same thing she was going through right now. And Louis was pretty sure it was a normal thing for people to worry about. After all the world was a big place and sometimes it could be overwhelming trying to figure things out in life, especially if you were doing it all alone.

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"Honestly Liam hasn't told me much about you," Riley told Harry taking a sip of her own drink and smiling at him. "I mean I know you're the Harry Styles, you're one-fifth of One Direction, and apparently girls can't ever seem to get enough of you. But that's all pretty common knowledge in the world we live in since your face is pretty much the only one I ever see when I'm on the internet. And I'm sure if I looked hard enough I could have figured all those things out about you without ever having to ask a single soul." she told him finding it a little insane personally how in love with him girls seemed to be. But at the same time, she could see how it happened. His eyes were beautiful, he had curly hair, he could sing, he was quite sweet, and what girl doesn't love a guy with dimples.

"I actually asked him not to tell me too much about you," Riley finally told him knowing it might've sounded strange, but she had a way of doing things that she liked. "Because I thought it'd be a little strange if I moved in with you and already knew way more about you than you knew about me. I mean what fun would that be? So I figured I could move in knowing very little and then we could get to know one another," She told him knowing that she'd personally rather get to know him through him than someone else anyways. Plus it'd be more fun spending time getting to know each other than it would be if she already knew him. Then with a smile, she turned to the bartender and ordered him whiskey and coke.