Camila's first few memories of Lauren were riddled with raindrops and tears.
The first one began with a misunderstanding after their first kiss; tainting what should have been a memorable homecoming dance. It was unforgettable, but it wasn't the kind that Camila wanted to remember. All night, Lauren hadn't bothered to talk to her and it was only when she chose to leave that Lauren abruptly decided to tag along.
"Are you okay?" She'd asked, driving her beloved pick-up truck on their way to the dance.
"Yeah." Lauren answered vaguely.
Camila never believed her then. It was nearly impossible to when Lauren was a different person amidst affliction. She often wondered how Lauren even thought she could conceal her anguish, her troubles but she admired her for trying anyway.
That was Lauren's
