Bri

Chapter 36: Diary

*Mia's POV*

As soon as I woke up and opened my eyes, I felt Cambria's legs intertwined with mine. No matter how far away we fall asleep, we both find and hold each other close. The feeling of waking up with someone like this is starting to become something I like quite a lot. I think I need this closeness with her as well, but I can't tell Cambria yet... I need more time to come to terms with this first because she is my best friend. I don't want to make any mistakes with this and somehow cause her pain; she doesn't deserve any more because of me.

I remained in bed snuggled up with Cambria while she slept until I sneezed, waking her up. After we were both awake, Bri informed me that she wanted to take me to our old high school. As soon as those words passed her lips, I knew she hoped it would trigger memories for me. I was curious about returning to Chestnut Bay Community High School too. I also desired to remember something; anything at all would make me happy. I haven't had many significant memories return to me yet, which has considerably upset me.

Once the plans for our day were set, we got ourselves ready and met in the kitchen. Together, we poured ourselves a quick bowl of cereal; then, we cleaned everything. Before we walked out of the house, Cambria grabbed her purse, took the keys, and I opened the front door for her. A few minutes later, we were in the car and ready to head to the school. I looked out the window, thinking, but felt Cambria's hand on my shoulder, so I turned my attention to her.

"Go ahead and put on whatever you want to listen to," She said, smiling at me while handing me her cell. I was shocked to see that her phone wasn't locked.

"Wait, you don't have a password?" I asked.

"Nope. We never used passwords with each other because there isn't anything to hide between us," Cambria responded and hearing that made me feel good.

"Honestly, I'm glad to hear that," I stated, causing my best friend to glance at me lovingly.

Since Cambria told me about our relationship, her recent glances and stares efficiently produced goosebumps. Frequently, she made me feel nervous around her, but not in a negative way; it was always butterflies. I put on the song "All For You" by Sister Hazel, and we happily sang along to it while driving to our old high school.

When we parked the car, got out, and began walking to the school, it felt familiar, almost like deja vu. Even though parts were missing mentally, an immediate feeling washed over me. I felt a somewhat heavy weight on my chest when walking through those doors. I don't remember much aside from Vivian constantly bullying me at school ever since I was adopted. Cambria took my hand in hers, and I was glad for this comfort; I gave her a warm smile and a nod as she said, "You ready to meet my boss?"

"Yes."

Without uttering another word, we walked past a couple of hallways before reaching an unknown classroom. I guess that's a bad sign because I don't remember it... Once Cambria knocked, a taller, dark-haired woman stepped out, and when she saw us, she smiled happily. I take it that she knows us, but she isn't familiar to me. I observed Cambria and her boss discuss some things, and they looked over at me a few times. I was confident they talked about me, mentioning that my silence meant I didn't remember her.

"We're going to visit your wife now; have a great day," Cambria said to the woman named Mrs. Knight and returned to my side.

We left Mrs. Knight's room, and I followed Bri to another classroom I swear I had seen before. As Cambria knocked, a couple of memories flashed in my mind. I often came to this room, and I was excited about it. Suddenly, a blonde woman with light skin and freckles opened the door, and my jaw dropped slightly. I know her. When she looked at me, I said, "Mrs. Evans?"