Danny's POV:

We've finished our world wide tour with the band and we're now in festival season! 😀 We're doing the European festivals first as they are always the first on the calendar! It's now drawing close to the semi finals of the Voice Uk, the lads and I have been working hard with both my Semi finalists;  Karl Michael and Andrea Begley. Both are amazing singers and I think they'll both go far in the music industry.

Today, we're going to BBC Radio One to do innuendo bingo with Scott Mills. (Basically spitting out mouthfuls of water at each other while laughing at a rude joke- and trying to keep the water in: but failing miserably 😂👏🏻go watch Dan's on the YouTube above if you haven't seen it, it's hilarious 😂).

I've told the guys that were just doing some team bonding, go out for a pint and so on. They literally have no clue what I have planned for them! All they know is that we're meeting at 8am.

So I dragged myself out of bed at 7am and started to get myself ready, before walking down to the pub where I told the guys to meet me. It was about 7:50 am when Karl walked in, leading visually impaired Andrea behind him. I waved at them and they both came over.

We sat for a while chatting about everyday life and preparation for the semis this Saturday. At about 11am one of the voice camera men came in to film us and to film what our next activity would be. I cleared my throat before announcing.

"So guys, as you've probably guessed, I've got something planned for us to do. So, to break your music on the radio, ye have to contribute your time and effort to make yourself known. It's a part of my day job to go to radio stations, answer questions, do interviews.... So today, we're all going to the BBC radio 1 studios to chat with Scott Mills to play innuendo bingo!" They both grinned excitedly before we hopped into a taxi to the studios.

When we arrived, a lot of fans surrounded the main entrance, as I expected. It's important for the guys to interact with the people who would help get their music on the radio- their fans. So we stood outside signing autographs and taking selfies before we had to head in for the interview.

*45 mins later*

The interview went really well and let's just say I'm soaked! Chris literally aimed for my croch area every time ! Of course Karl and Andrea found it hilarious haha. After I got changed and filmed a bit for the voice, I read the text that Aoife had sent me.

From Babes 😍:
Omg Dan, that was hilarious! I watched the livestream of ye guys on BBC! Pissed myself laughing at the jokes haha 😂 I'm sure you were waaaayy wetter than Chris lol, make sure ye get changed quickly though, don't want ye catching a cold do we? 😉 I'll be flying over tomorrow evening so I'll see ye then! Tell Karl and Andrea they did great! xxxxxxxxxxxx

I smiled to myself, I had mentioned to her that I'd be playing innuendo bingo on Radio 1, but I thought she was working and that she wouldn't see it! Oh well at least she's seen it lol. My heart fluttered at the fact that I'd be seeing her tomorrow!

To Babes 😍:

Haha thanks babes! Yeah was a great laugh lol- yeah I'm soaked! I'll go change in a minute! How did ye watch  it? I thought ye were working? Can't wait to see ye! When you landing? Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

From Babes 😍:

Watched it on me phone during my break haha, I'll be there about 7pm ish? My flight's at 5:30pm so I'm guessing 7pm lol. What you doing later on? We could Skype? When do ye finish work? Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Wow! She risked her job to watch me?! Girl's got some balls lol. I was glad that she was arriving later in the day as I had the voice tomorrow before the semis on Saturday. I can't wait to see my guys battle it out!

But I sighed in frustration at the fact that I was working with the guys late tonight and wouldn't finish until about 10pm. I guess we could Skype later though, right?

To Babes 😍:
I'm working til about 10pm ish but do ye wanna Skype after? Don't worry if it's too late xxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Within minutes, she replied:

From Babes 😍:
Too late to speak to you? Never! Course I'm fine with that! I'll call ye at about 11 ish? 😊 xxxxxxx

'Sure, see ye later ❤️ xxxxxxxx' I replied, before heading off to the toilets to get changed into some dry clothes!

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Aoife's POV:

*a few hours later*

It's now 7pm and I've just finished my shift at Mary's cafe and I'm walking back to Dan's flat, which is a good 15 minute walk from Mary's. I don't mind, I love being out in the warm summer nights as I'm usually inside quite a lot. The sky was still bright and I was tempted to go for a run, as the air was cool by now.

Going out running had become a habit of mine, as it was a good way to pass the time after work and I was already to see and feel the benefits. I could run further and for a longer period of time, and I could see that I've lost a bit of weight, but I've gained muscle instead. I have to followed Dan's eating habits and cut out all of the food containing obvious sugar content and in exchange, eating more carbs.

Walking briskly back to the flat, I climbed the stairs, turned the key and walked into the empty, quiet apartment. This had become familiar to me by now when Dan worked away. However his absence still left a big hole in my heart. I ached to hold him in my arms, feel his soft lips against mine and hear his soft moans from when I tangled my hands in his hair. His voice, his hair, eyes , looks and personally were just perfect. I'm so lucky that he's mine....

I changed from my work clothes and put a green running vest, black adidas shorts and fluorescent yellow trainers on. I was ready to go. I grabbed my headphones before exiting, setting my phone on shuffle, the intro to 'We Cry' blasted in my ears. I smiled to myself at how my phone always chose one of the lads' songs to play.

I'm going to lengthen my usual route today as I've got more than enough time to train. I have at least 4 hours until I'll talk to Dan on Skype. Picking up the pace, I ran towards The city centre.

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It's now nearing about 9pm and I've ran about 12 miles, which isn't bad at all! It's getting a bit dark now so I'm back in Balinteer area. I slowed to a walk as I approached the street where Ailish lived. I haven't seen her in a few days and as I've got time, I might as well go see her now!

I walked up to the big three story house to see that all lights were turned off, except the living room. I walked up the path and knocked on the door and stood waiting. I could hear movement from inside, a shuffle of feet before Ailish herself stood in front of me with an expression bod shock and surprise. She immediately pulled me into a bone crushing hug, which I returned. I pulled away to see her beaming smile, which I mirrored.

"Aoife! What a lovely surprise! Come in, come in!" She exclaimed, moving to the side so I could enter her home. "How've you been?" She asked curiously.

"I'm great, thank you! Just been very busy at work! I'm so sorry I haven't been to visit you!" I said honestly. I had missed the women who was like my second mother. I felt guilty that I hadn't visited her as she's on her own quite a lot.

"It's no problem dear, I understand. Ye have to live ye life to the fullest and take every opportunity as it comes, like Daniel has done- he's worked hard and look where he is now!" She exclaimed with a proud smile. I knew that she missed Dan just as much as I did but she's immensely chuffed with his achievements. "Shay would've loved to see his success...." She trailed off, the smile disappearing and in its place, a deep frown formed. She looked at me with tear filled eyes. I hugged her tighter.

"He would be so proud of all of you" I assured her, fighting the lump forming in my throat. She pulled away and took my hand, leading me into the kitchen.

"Would you like a cuppa?" She asked, keen to change the subject .

"Sure!" I replied, sitting myself down at the big oak table.

I sat talking to Ailish for about an hour before I inevitably stifled a yawn. It had been a long, tiring day and I was shattered. Ailish gave me a knowing look.

"Ye should go home and sleep, Aoife" she stated, "you're knackered " I looked at her gratefully.

"Yeah, it's been a long day" I replied, before hugging Ailish and walked to the hallway before turning the doorknob on the sturdy wooden door. I turned to face Ailish.

"Dan and I will be back to see ye in a week" I said. I had briefed her that I was flying to London for the semis and then I would stay with Dan to see the finals of the voice a week Saturday.

"Ok, Andi and the kids are coming round for dinner tomorrow, I'll tell them ye said hi" she grinned, before pulling me in for one last hug.

"Please take care of ye self, tell Daniel I'll see him soon" she whispered in my ear.

"I will" I whispered back, before turning and walking down the path and onto the street. I turned back to see Ailish waving at me, before turning and going back inside.

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* A few hours later*

Danny's POV:

I'm sat leaning against the head board in bed as I hung up the Skype call with Aoife as it's 1am and I could see that She's shattered. She looked pale and had shadows under her eyes from tiredness. I couldn't help but worry that she was working herself too hard.... She had lost weight, her facial features sharper and she definitely looked slimer. She told me that she's taken up running, like me and eating healthier. I could definitely see a difference!

Aoife had also gone to visit Ma. I must admit, I worry about her too! She's living in that big house all on her own..... I feel guilty, I'm never home to visit her and when I am, it's only for a short period of time. I missed her and my siblings so much! I wish Dad was still here....

We wrote IFYCSMN in memory of my father and Mark's parents but it turned out that the song really connected with everyone and become a huge hit. There's not a dry eye in the house when we play it live.... Including us guys on stage. I just hope we make them proud......

Karl and Andrea had worked hard today and I know they're gonna kick ass on Saturday night! We've only got 2 more practices until the semis- eeekkkk!!!! Realising the time and how tired I was, I laid down and turned the light off, plunging into a world of dreams

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I woke up the next morning to the blearing sound of my alarm clock. Groaning, I turned over and switched it off. 7am- way too early!!! I pulled myself out of bed and had a nice long shower 😊

It was now 9am and I was sat in Will's car as he's just picked me up on the way to work. We talked about our singers and our future plans with them- neither of us giving anything away though lol. I told him that Aoife was flying over and staying for the week. I knew she had clicked with Will after I was ill, she literally friends with everyone meets.

"Ya know, you should really hold on to this one Dan" Will stated truthfully. I felt the grin creep to my cheeks.

"I know, she's my best friend and girlfriend in one" I replied. He smiled back at me before focusing on the road ahead. "Don't tell the lads I said that though" I added, chuckling.

"I can see, you both have a strong connection to each other, it's sweet" he said, smiling. We continued to chat all the way to the studios. I said thanks and walked down the never ending corridors to where Karl and Andrea would be waiting for me. I opened the door and was greeted with excited smiles.

"Hey guys!" I greeted, going over to hug the both of them. "You's ready for tomorrow?" I asked. They both nodded uncertainty, I giggled at their honesty. I had told them to pick some considerable songs for tomorrow night's show.

"Right, as our group song, we'll be singing Let Her Go by Passenger " I announced grinning.

"Oh I love that song!" Andrea exclaimed, pumping the air while we laughed at her.

"Me too" Karl agreed "it's got really nice harmonies that we could add in " he added, I nodded at him in approval.

"That's right" I answered. For the rest of the morning, we worked on harmonies and learning the lyrics and their meaning, so the guys could really connect with the audience and viewers. After lunch, we worked on their solo songs, which had been chosen by themselves (with my approval, of course!) before I knew it, it was 5:15pm and my phone buzzed loudly.

New text from Babes 😍:

Heeeyyy! Boarding on the flight now! See ye in a bit! Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

I smiled at my phone before telling the guys that they could go home and that we'd have one last session tomorrow before soundcheck. They agreed before collecting their stuff and leaving. I answered Aoife, quickly, hoping that she wasn't in the air quite yet.

To Babes 😍:

Ok, see you! I'll be at the airport waiting for ye 😊😘 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

As I had about an hour and a half till Aoife landed, I decided to call a taxi back to my flat and chill there for a bit before I would go wait for Aoife in the airport.

* about an hour and a half later*

I stood  in the arrival department in Heathrow airport, anxiously waiting for Aoife's flight to arrive. I had been here for about 30 mins and I couldn't wait to see her! I had disguised myself by wearing a thick beanie on my hair, my glasses and wore dark clothing to avoid drawing any attention to myself and getting recognised.

I looked up from my phone to the overhead notice board that announced that the 5:30pm flight from Dublin was now arriving. I saw the plain land and searched desperately through the sea of people as they walked down the tunnel towards me. Towards the back of the queue, I spotted the tall, slim woman who I had missed so much, stride confidently towards me, with the biggest smile ever on her face. I couldn't hide the grim that stretched to my ears.

"Aoife!" I called, breaking into a run towards her. She had dropped her bags and was running towards me also. We collided together in the tightest hug ever before pulling back to kiss each other passionately, not caring who or what saw us. We were Reunited, and that was all that mattered.

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Hey guys!

Hope you're still enjoying reading this book! Sorry if this is a bit boring, I've got big plans for this story! Something  BIG will happen soon, this is just a build up/ filler chapter lol. Thank for all of the support this book is getting, please keep commenting and voting! Would really appreciate some ideas of what you'd like to happen too! So please, please comment!

Also, If you haven't seen Dan's innuendo bingo;

1. Where have you been? 😂

2. It's hilarious

3. Go watch it!!!!

I've posed photos and the youtube vid of it above if ye wanna check it out! ^^^^^^

Thanks again!

Love Ffion xxxxxxx