Between us • 𝖠 𝖤𝗅𝗅𝗂𝖾 𝖶𝗂𝗅𝗅𝗂𝖺𝗆𝗌 𝖥𝖺𝗇𝖿𝗂𝖼𝗍𝗂𝗈𝗇 (Ellie Williams x female oc)

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Ellie's POV
I tossed and turned for hours until eventually giving up. I scrolled through my phone to pass time, but that stopped working too. I didn't know how to feel or what I should be feeling. I know she was grateful in the moment last night, but will she change her mind when she's sober? Will she be scared? Maybe she'll think I'm some sick fuck with a obsession . Fuck, I don't know. I'm tired of thinking about it.

At this point it's 7 am and I'm praying Dina is awake by now. I texted her, not really knowing a excuse to give to come over this early.
"Yeah I'm up. You can come by, but be warned I'm looking rough lol." She almost instantly texted back. It's like she knows. Dina had known me since we were younger. She's seen more sides of me than most, even the ugly ones.

I quietly get dressed and grab my phone, making sure not to forget the key this time. I look back before leaving. She was facing away from the door. Her shoulders rising and slowly falling with each breath.

Before going to Dina's room I quickly cleaned up in the communal showers.
I always went to Dina's room since she didn't have a roommate and it helps that she never judges me for my wrongs. Dina opens the door and gave me a sympathetic smile before hugging me.

"You okay? I heard about last night. Is she okay?"
I nodded. I was looking for some words of wisdom or maybe she'll finally tell me how fucked up I am.
"You didn't do anything wrong Ellie neither did Skyler." She placed her hand on my shoulder and tapped it with her thumb.
"That guy was in the wrong, there was nothing either you could have done to prevent it." My face once looking towards the ground now looking up at her. I gave her a weak smile.

"I have given her more trouble than good every since we've met."
"Oh Ellie, I know you have a tough exterior, but once you get through that you're worth it." She gave me a warm smile. God, where would I be without her and Jesse.
"I'm glad you think that." I chuckled lightly.
"You should talk to her about it. I know you tend to shy away about these things, buts she's going to need someone."
She was right I knew that, but every ounce in my body told me to run. I was scared of hurting her, losing her. I was scared of how'd I react in certain situations.
"Yeah." I dismissed her advice.
"Can I stay here for a bit?" I didn't want to go back. Not yet. I didn't want to face any consequences.
"Ellie..-"
"Please." I wasn't asking permission anymore.
"Fine, but not all day ya hear? You need to talk to her."
"Yes ma'am."

Skylers POV
The pounding in my head grew too loud to ignore it. I squint my eyes open and look at my phone.
"2:54 pm. Fuck." I cross my arms over my eyes for a second trying to muster the energy to get up. I glance over and see the water bottle. I desperately unscrew the lid and chug it. That's when I noticed her bed is empty. I mean, I guess that makes sense it's almost 3 in the afternoon, but I can't say I'm not slightly disappointed. We exchanged numbers in case of her getting locked out again. She could've at least texted me.

I very weakly made my way to the showers. Slowly. Too scared that any sudden movements will make me vomit. The warm water felt good rushing down my face. My head felt like it was clearing and my sore muscles relaxed a bit.

I made my way back to the room and I just sat. I was lost in thought. I wish I was so fucked up to the point I didn't remember, but no of course not. Is there something about me that screams 'I want a dirty ass man to hit on me and over step their boundaries?' I mean I know that's definitely not the case it's just hard to process. My mind shifted. Ellie. She quite literally could've saved my life last night. Any friend would've stepped in to help in that situation but, to that extent? That part I wasn't sure of. She was so calm compared to her actions. Not even her face seem to matched the violence she displayed. It was cold and distant.

4:15, 5:57, 8:35. I keep looking at my phone waiting for a text from her, but it never came. Does she not have classes tomorrow? I was fucking hurt. I was hoping she'd be here for me after that. I mean clearly she saw how distressed I was. I finally give up and lay down, hoping sleep will come over me sooner rather than later.