One Wish (Camren) (G!P)

Chapter 25.

(A/N, please excuse any spelling or grammar mistakes in this chapter since I haven't edited)

Camilas POV

"They'll stop by," Lauren strokes my scalp gently as I lay over her shoulder, occasionally wiping the tears that would escape my blurred eyes. Her voice was full of hope and pleading for me to stop my crying, but I couldn't help it. "They will...don't worry, Camz."

I nod softly, still not having any hope of seeing my friends any time soon. It had been almost four days since I last saw them all, and I was starting to believe they would never be allowed in here again. It was official that I would most probably spend my lifetime alone with Lauren, though I didn't mind, I just needed to see my friends as well.

"I hope they do," I croak out softly, wondering how on earth she managed to live in this room for almost thirteen years and not go insane. "I probably look like an idiot, though."

Lauren frowns, eyebrows furrowed deeply. "Why?"

"Because," I shrug, sighing softly. "You've been in here almost your whole life, and here I am not even a week into this, and I'm already crying like a coward."

Lauren laughs softly at this and I frown, rolling my eyes as she shakes her head. "Camila, it was the same for me...it took me weeks to adjust, but I managed to not go crazy by reminding myself of the positive sides to it."

I sigh, playing with the tips of her slender fingers as I continue to listen to her calming and relaxed voice, "After a month or two, I became more calm knowing that being alone could not only help me, but the others around me as well."

It's my turn to laugh softly, not finding the situation humorous at all. "It's different for you. Of course you're a Gryffindor, you're the bravest person I've ever met, Lauren. I on the other hand am such a coward...I always find one weakness in any situation."

Lauren shakes her head as I look up at her, wanting her to understand me from my point of view. "Have you ever wondered why you're a Gryffindor instead of any of the other houses?"

"Because I like the house?" I shrug, "I've always liked it.."

"No," Lauren smiles. "You were chosen for our house because of who you are, and what you represent. Camila, you're the bravest, daring, most courageous person I've ever met. Believe it or not, it's one hundred percent true. I promise you."

I roll my eyes, "Lauren, how is any of that possibly true."

"Hmm, let see--" Lauren raises an eyebrow, "Who was the girl that trespassed the third floor hall, knowing well that she was warned about feeling the most painful death if enetering? Who was the girl who stood in front of me and showed zero signs of fear, ignoring the fact that I had threatened her? Who was the girl that begged to tag along into the enchanted forest, knowing perfectly well that anything in that forest could kill her? Who was the girl that challenged a Slytherin because she wanted to protect her own house? Huh? Who was that girl?"

I feel a small blush wash over my cheeks and I sigh softly, mumbling, "I did. It was all me."

Lauren grins, nodding softly. She looks pleased with my answer as she strokes me cheek, responding. "That's right, Camila. It was all you...so don't ever doubt yourself when it comes to things like this, okay?"

I nod, "Okay...it's just, it doesn't feel that way. Maybe I've just grown up. I've faced the fact that anything could happen to me at any time."

Lauren sighs deeply and rolls her eyes, grabbing my hands gently within hers. I look into her sharp emerald eyes and watch as her lips tug into a small grin. "How about I offer you something?"