I'd Follow You Anywhere / Newt Fanfic / Maze Runner Series

Chapter 6 - Sparks

Zoe opened her crate and looked through the contents. One dark green hoodie, one black tank top, one red tank top, a dark grey t shirt, two pairs of tan pants, one pair of black pants, four pairs of black ankle socks, four pairs of black underwear and four black bras, which were a mix between a regular and sports bra, which Zoe greatly appreciated. She kept pulling things out of the crate, a towel, a washcloth, a razor, a hairbrush, toothpaste, a toothbrush, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash, all smelling faintly of rose and lemon. Hair ties, and nail clippers were also in the box, along with a nice pair of black and grey sneakers.

This is enough to last me a very long time

Zoe looked down at what she was wearing, only then realizing she'd no idea what she looked like. She was wearing a blue long sleeve and grey pants, at least, they used to be grey, but were now stained with mud.

She grabbed everything she'd need for the shower, then decided on her red tank top, black pants, clean undergarments, and the hoodie since it would probably be getting a lot colder.

She grabbed her things and headed out of the homestead towards the showers.

Newt was sitting, leaning against a tree near the showers, and he stood up when Zoe got near.

"I'm here to be your personal bodyguard while you shower." He said "I'll be standing outside the door the whole time."

She nodded and stepped into the building. There was no one else in there, and Newt had positioned himself right in front of the buildings only entrance.

There were a few sinks along one wall, each with a mirror above it, and a few toilet stalls along another wall. In the middle of the room there were a few shower stalls but they only reached to about 4 feet up, and they were doorless.

Oh god, I understand why they didn't want anyone else in here with me

Zoe looked at the door one more time to make sure it was closed before peeling off her gross clothes and throwing them into a pile on the bench lining one of the walls. She turned on the water and waited till it was lukewarm before stepping under the spray and immediately trying to scrub off the layers of dirt coating her skin.

She washed her hair and body twice, brushed her teeth three times, and then stood under the water, letting it run down her neck and back.

When she was finally finished, she turned off the water, towelled off, and put on her clean clothes, relishing in the fresh scent.

Zoe walked over to the mirror and took in her appearance for the first time.

She had long blond hair, pretty hazel eyes, and a few light freckles. She was very thin, around 5'5" or 5'6" and looked to be just about sixteen.

Satisfied with knowing what she looked like, she bundled up her old clothes and towel, grabbed the rest of her shower things, and pulled open the door. Newt fell into the building and looked up at her, a tad bewildered, and Zoe started laughing again.

"Nice of you to drop in."

"I was leaning against the door you slinthead"

"Well I'm ready for the bonfire now."

Alright, let's go then gem."

"Gem?" She said quirking an eyebrow and giving Newt a sly smile

"I just- I thought it was fitting, a diamond in the rough, you being the only girl and all."

"It's fine Newt, it's much better than greenie." She chuckled

They headed towards where the bonfire would be, which was only a small distance from the homestead. Zoe ran ahead and stuffed her things back into her crate, closing the lid before running back out.