Louis's POV

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I woke up to a soft breathing in my ear. My eyes flutter open and I see that I'm in a dark, unfamiliar room. I take a breath as I realize that it was Harry's room.

I still couldn't believe that Harry didn't mind sleeping with me. I wasn't sure what I felt towards the younger lad, but I knew I felt something. Maybe it was a brotherly bond, or maybe it was something more, I guess time would answer that. 

Speaking of time. I glance around the room, unsuccessful at finding a clock, but guess that it was around 5:30 judging on the window in the corner.  I attempt to sit up, but am pulled back down by a strong, lean arm. I sit in a confusion, wondering how I ended up being spooned, but I don't complain. I kind of liked the feeling. 

"Please stay," Harry whispers. I slowly lie back down and face the younger boy. His hair was messy and he had sleep in his eyes, but he was still cute. He was obviously still tired, which was evident in his tired expression and kitten like behavior. 

"I'm sorry to wake you," I tell him. He let's out a weak smile. I tuck a tangled curl behind his ear and turn around. I had to leave soon. Joan usual came to wake me at around 6, and I wanted to be there when she did. I wait until Harry drifts back asleep before slowly standing. I place Harry's arm, which had been around my waist, back on to the bed and stand. I let out a soft sigh as I look at the sleeping boy. I felt bad for leaving him, but it had to be done.

I didn't want him to worry when he woke up, seeing that I wasn't there. I look around the room for a pen and paper and find some hidden in the bedside table. I rip the paper into 4 sheets and write a little note on each.

Master,

I'm sorry I had to leave. Thanks for the great time yesterday.

~Dickhead

I place one on the nightstand. Worried that he may not see it, I place another on the pillow I had slept with, another on the dresser and even laid one on his head. I slowly kiss the younger boy's cheek and leave the room tugging the sleeves of Harry's night gown down to cover my hands. I hadn't known it was going to be so cold in the empty hallway.

I quickly walk to my room, open the door and close it without a sound. Even though it was dark I could still find my way around. I get to my dresser and pull out one of my nightgowns and pull Harry's off. I tuck it in the back of my dresser, knowing he wouldn't be getting it back anytime soon. I pull the other gown on over my head as I walk to the bed and climb under the covers just as the door opens.

"Rise and shine," Joan calls. I sit up, pretending to look tired and let out a fake yawn.

"Why must you wake me up so early?" I ask. Joan smiles as she opens the curtain to reveal a starry night. 

"You act funny in the morning, and it's rather humorous," She jokes. I roll my eyes, pulling the covers tighter around me. 

"It's great to know that I'm a joke to you," I mutter, letting out a real yawn this time. I don't hear her response. She turns on a light and smiles at me. She wears her normal uniform, a nearly white dress and simple shoes. Her hair was pitch black and hug in front of her electric blue eyes. 

"Anna will be up here shortly with your breakfast," Joan informs. "Need anything else?" 

"A better maid," I suggest. She rolls her eyes, patting my cheek in the process. 

"It is what it is, buddy. You're stuck with me." With that, Joan twirled on her heels and left. I loved Joan in a sisterly way. She was about 2 years older than me, but we still managed to have fun together.

I stand, slipping out of the bed and walking towards my dresser. I pull on a shirt and comb my hair with my fingers. I hear a knock on my door as I head to my private bathroom. Since I was the prince I negotiated with my parents to let me have a room with a bathroom. 

"Come in!" I call. I hear the door to the room open and close. I stick my head out of the bathroom door and see Anna, one of my other maids. I leave the bathroom door open and go to work on my hair. Anne and Joan were one of three personal maids that my mum hired to work for me. As nice as it sounds, it also got a little tiresome at times. It was like having three extra sisters to worry about. 

"Breakfast," Anna says. I see her set a tray down on the top of my nightstand. "We were worried last night," She adds. She comes to the bathroom door. Anna was pretty, but I saw her as a sister, not a girlfriend or anything. Her skin was tanned and her hair was a dark brown color that fell a little past her waist. She tied her hair back with a blue ribbon. She wore the same maid uniform as Joan did. 

"Why were you worried about me?" I ask. She rolls her eyes and stands in the doorway, crossing her arms.

"You didn't leave a message! You could've been dead for all we knew!" She says. I turn to her and smile.

"I was with a...friend. I'll make sure to leave a note next time Mum." I turn back to the mirror to finish my hair.

"Who is this friend?" She asks, raising an eyebrow. I bite my bottom lip and turn to her.

"Do you like my hair like this?" I ask her, making sure to avoid the question. Anna was a good person to ask for beauty tips, I could usually ask her something like this and know that she will give me the truth.

"Looks nice, now stop changing the subject," She answers. I turn to leave, shutting the light out and closing the door.

"Is this bacon?" I ask, as I examine my breakfast.

"Yes, Mr. Subject Changer," She answers. She had followed me out and was now leaning against the wall.

"Looks yummy, now can I eat in peace?" I ask. Her face contorts, but she puts her hands up and leaves. I wasn't really hungry at the moment really I just wanted some privacy and for her to stop tormenting me with questions. 

I sit on my bed and think about last night. Harry was an amazing friend. I loved horse playing with him outside in the garden. I had never had that much fun in my life. I was in the middle of a deep thought when I hear a soft knock. The door opened to reveal my last, and youngest, maid.

"Yes?" I ask. The maid steps inside the room. She wears a dress that is similar to that of Joan and Anna. 

"Anna wanted me to talk to you," She answers. Her voice was small. Marie was only about 8, but she still acted a lot younger then she was. Marie was also very innocent, and very gentle, which was one of the many reasons why Anna would send Marie to talk to me when I wouldn't answer to her.

"Tell her that she can talk to me if she wants to," I tell her. Marie nods, her caramel bob shaking. 

"Okay, and um, Louis." She speaks up, "There's a pretty boy outside that wants to speak with you," She grins. I liked Marie the best out of the three. She was sweet and her smile made me melt. She was so...cute. Almost how one would see a baby puppy. I wanted nothing more than to protect her from the world. 

"He can come in," I tell her. She smiles again, but before she leaves I call her back.

"Come back in after you tell him, I want you to sit with me for a while," I tell her. Marie was like the younger sister I had never got. She let's out a huge grin and leaves. When she comes back I see Harry.

"Hey," Harry says. I smile at him and pat the bed. Marie runs over to me and sits down next to me. I scoot back and she sits between my legs as I play with her hair. 

"What's up?" I ask. Harry seems to forget what he had come here for, because his eyes look glazed for a moment.

"Oh, um, I just wanted to make sure you were okay," He says, scratching his neck. I continue playing with her hair and manage to make a simple braid. 

"Didn't you get my notes? I put like 4 in there," I tell him. He plays with his hands as he looks down, blushing. 

"Yea, I did, but I still just felt like checked up on you. And besides you have food." He says, eyeing my uneaten breakfast.

"Harold, nobody comes in between me and my food! Right Marie?" I ask, she turns to me at the mention of her name and nods. 

"My name is not Harold!" Harry protests.

"I'm calling your Harold whether you like it or not," I tell him. Marie giggles at my comment. I let go of her braid and it falls back to place on her back. 

"Whatever," Harry huffs.

"Hey Loui-- oh," Anna had walked in. She sees Harry and raises an eyebrow. She mouths, 'is this the friend?' while pointing at Harry.

"Get out!" I tell her. Harry must have thought I was talking about him because he hangs his head and leaves without a second glance. 

"Oh now look what you've done! Harry left and is probably going to hate me! Thanks a lot Anna," I huff in annoyance. I wasn't actually worried about Harry not wanting to be my friend, most of it was a scheme to get Marie to side with me instead of Anna.

"That's not nice, Anna!" Marie hisses. I high five her as I stand up and walk towards the door to go after Harry, but Anna grabs my sleeve. 

"Marie? Can Louis and I have some alone time?" Anna asks in a gentler voice. Marie nods, hopping off my bed and leaving.

"Who was he?" She asks. Her tone is serious and demanding. I sigh, giving in. 

"Gemma's brother," I answer. I knew she was going to have fit about it. She was one of the first people to know about my engagement as she helped me set up Gemma's bedroom. 

"You need to watch it Louis," She warns. I lift an eyebrow in confusion as she crosses her arms across her chest. 

"Watch what?" I ask. She rolls her eyes and starts pacing in front of me, her hands going to her forehead as she tries to think. 

"You're marrying Gemma, not Harry," She reminds me. The sickening feeling of dread fills my stomach as I remind myself was Harry was here in the first place. I was marrying his sister. 

"I know, why are you reminding me?" I ask. She turns on me and stares for a second, then let's out a little smile.

"You can't tell can you? Just wait until I tell Joan!" She calls. She smiles and leaves. Why do girls have to be so confusing?

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Hey guys. What are your thoughts on Joan, Anna, and Marie? Thoughts overall? BTW if any of you want to make a cover for this book and send it to my twitter I'll make it into the cover. I can't keep the one I have because I don't have the right user and I can't fine the original creator so I thought I would ask one of my readers since a past reader did the one I have now. My twitter username is in my bio if you're interested! Thanks for reading and I hope you enjoyed! ~B