The three of us sat in our airplane seats. The flight wouldn't be too long but I was prepared to sleep. We sat in a 3 seat row with Ashley on the window side, Hannah, and me in the aisle. I let Ashley and Hannah converse and get to know each other while I tried to get some rest. The plane was full and really loud. But just as I closed my eyes I couldn't help but over hear the people in front of us. I peeked at them from the aisle and saw three girls in intense conversation. They were all wearing T-Shirts of none other than, One Direction.

"I'm Mrs. Styles! You can be Mrs. Horan!"

"That's not fair, your always Mrs. Styles! It's my turn!"

"You two stop fighting. Lets just make one thing clear, I'm Mrs. Payne."

"Shut up! You don't deserve Liam he's mine!"

"Ive changed my mind!"

"Actually I don't want to be Mrs. Styles now either, I'll be Mrs. Tomlinson because I love carrots!"

"Ugh since you got what I wanted to be, Ill happily be Mrs. Malik!"

I couldn't help but laugh out loud. That was the cutest thing I've ever heard, the girls looked like they were like 10 years old. They continued to fight over the boys' last names. It never occurred to me how famous One Direction really was.

x

We entered it in amazement. The stage was huge and it seemed like there were millions of seats. Ashley, Hannah and I had to hold hands so we wouldn't get lost. I was in joy because our seats were near the front. We all took our coats off and had a seat. I was wearing a back tight dress with a zebra-print belt and matching heels. Ashley and Hannah were also fancied up today. We sat for a while discussing random things until the whole area got dark and the voice of the announcer spoke. Excitement was an understatement of how I felt.

I was astonished by the performances of Rebecca Ferguson and Matt Cardle. Those two certainly had wonderful voices. But it was One Direction's time to preform.

The music started and Liam sang first. His voice filled the stage with beauty. Though his eyes didn't meet mine. Harry sang next, and soon the rest joined for the chorus. The way that their voices harmonized together was indescribable. It was as if they were destined to sing together. Zayn looked at me and we shared a smile. Niall and I did the same. Louis was looking at Hannah the whole time, every words he sang was too her. It was Liam I was confused about. When it wasn't his time to sing, he looked to his right. As if his eyes were caught by something or someone. I lead myself to believe he just didn't see me in the audience.

I didn't let that bother me, when they sang their last word I stood up and clapped my heart out. They were going to win. I just knew it.

When it was time to find out who was going to go in the top 2, Ashley Hannah and I held each others hands. In the audience they're were so many supporters of One Direction it was almost obvious they would be the winners.

"Going in the top 2 of the 3 acts are..."

I looked up at the boys and gave them a reassuring smile.

"Matt Cardle."

Not One Direction. but there was still a spot left. I squeezed Hannah and Ashley's hands. I don't know if it was me or it got really hot. The boys were holding hands with there eyes closed tightly together. Even Simon Cowell had his head down waiting for the name of who was going threw. My heart knew it had to be One Direction. I shut my eyes and bit my lip in anticipation. There was a moment of silence. You could probably hear a pin drop with the stillness.

"Rebecca Ferguson."

I sprang to my feet and cheered until it occurred to me what was really said. Not One Direction. My eyes darted around the room and there was so many confused faces. The boys looked hurt, Simon looked disappointed.

I couldn't believe it.

I clapped anyways for Matt and Rebecca and watched as One Direction went off the stage with their heads hung low. I couldn't control myself. I ran from my seat, Ashley and Hannah following me in shock. I sprinted ti the side, the door leading to backstage. Not caring the least for rules, I ran to the boys. The scene I saw was hurtful.

They were all sat crying. Harry's eyes were red raw. Niall and Liam's faces were buried in they're knees. Hannah ran up to Louis and he cried in her embrace. I looked around for Zayn but he found me first. He wrapped his arms around me and let the tears fall. Ive never seen Zayn cry this much ever. Me being his best friend, I comforted him. Zayn was always there for me when I needed a shoulder to cry on, now it was my turn. No matter what I said it wouldn't affect the mood the boys were in. Winning was what they all had in mind, coming in 3rd wasn't even an option they thought of.

After a few minutes, I wiped away Zayn's last tear. And was hugged by Liam and Niall next. We gathered for one more group hug. "No matter if you won or not, You'll always be the best for me." I said, lightning up the mood a tad bit. And it was true. As much as they deserved to win, they still were winners in my heart. They gave me a weak smile.

"We were so close to reaching our goal. Tripping to the finish line in the worse feeling ever." Liam quietly said while looking at the floor. They all let out a sigh.

"Simon had high hopes for us." Harry explained. "He believed a group would finally win the X Factor...We failed him."

I shook my head against it. "You didn't fail anybody! I bet he's still proud of you guys no matter what. Because I sure am, and so are the millions of fans who support you." They looked at me for hope.

I just realized Ashley was there. She was standing awkwardly. Zayn, who was beside me, gave me a look that read 'What is she doing here?'. ""I'll tell you later." I whispered to him, dismissing his question.

I kissed each of the boys on the cheek reassuring them of how truly proud I was. The show wasn't over yet so Hannah, Ashley and I went back to our seats. Promising to meet the boys after it was over. We reached there just in time for the announcement of the winner. Out of Rebecca or Matt it didn't matter to me who won. They both sang fantastically. I don't know if it was me just being selfish but, I think One Direction deserved it the most.

"And the winner of the X Factor 2010 is..."

We waited for an intense minute.

"MATT CARDLE!"

The arena was burst into applauds. I clapped as well. I was happy for Matt, he genuinely was talented and his performance earlier was killer.

After Matt performed his winning single, the other contestants came on stage congratulating him. It was a beautiful moment, everyone smiling. Even if One Direction didn't win, nobody was being a poor sport about it.