Chapter 22

                                    

                                          
Lauren's pov. 
                          
''Care to explain?'' Tara said with angry tone narrowing her eyes at me. 
                          
She was holding a newspaper with a picture of me and Camila from last night. We were standing at the bar waiting for our drinks, I had my arm wrapped around her waist and it looked like we were about to kiss. 
                          
Seems like Cabello and Jauregui are confirming Camren.
                          
That's what the title said and I was actually so angry. I was angry at myself that I was so caught up in everything that I forgot that both of us are still famous and it was obvious that paparazzi will find out one day. I just didn't think it would be that soon. Camila and I are only seeing each other for a little over a month. I was hoping that we would keep this a secret for a while until we'll figure out what we both want. And yet again that opportunity was taken away from us.
                          
''Were you even going to tell me that you are dating again?'' 
                          
''Listen, it's none of your business. It's my private life, and you have nothing to do with that.'' 
                          
''I'm your manager, Lauren. So I have something to say when you're on every newspaper with your ex band mate.'' She said pointing a finger at me. 
                          
''I didn't mean for that to happen, okay? But I can date whoever I want, it's my life and I'm living it, not anyone else.'' I said getting more angry now. ''You're right. You're my manager that means that you should be supportive of my decisions. Don't forget that I'm the one who picked you cause you were my friend and we had the same vibes. But lately I really feel like you're bringing me down. I have no say in anything. It's always your decisions.'' 
                          
I finally got it all of my chest. I remember back in fifth harmony when she used to really care about me. That's why I decided that she should be my manager. She was always pushing me to do my own music and encouraging me to be more confident. Lately all we do is fight. She always makes me feel like I'm doing everything wrong, and she's the right one. But I'm over that now. I'm not that quiet girl anymore. 
                          
''I had no idea you felt that way, Lauren. Maybe I'm just really stressed, cause I want everything to be perfect. I want you to be big out there. I want everyone to know who Lauren Jauregui is. That's what you deserve.'' 
                          
''I understand. But you can't decide about everything Tara. I have my personal life and I was never the one to throw my relationships in public, you know it.'' I saw her nodding her head so I continued. ''Camila and I are hanging out for a little while now, but we're not exclusive. We haven't talk about us coming out or anything like that. So I'm asking you, as a friend. Try to keep it down, please. Just say that it wasn't us or that we just bumped into each other. We just have to wait for it to die down and I'll talk to Camila about it, okay?'' 
                          
''Yeah. Sure, of course. I still want to be your friend Lauren. I don't want you to think that I'm not there for you anymore. I'm sorry I made you feel like you couldn't trust me. But I promise that I'm on your side. And I'll try to keep those rumors down."
                          
"Thats all I'm asking." I said nodding my head, smiling softly. 
                          
"So...tell me. What's the story with Camila."
                          
After I told her everything, she seemed like she's happy for me. I left some details for myself of course. It looks like she's genuine but I still don't trust her as I used to so we'll just see how it goes. That's a first step in the right direction. 
                          
When I left her office I realized that I don't have any plans and it was still early in the evening. When I was driving home I started thinking about Camila. I have to talk to her as soon as I can but I'm sure Roger contacted her already. I checked my phone and saw that I don't have any messages from her today and I was getting a little worried. I tried calling her but got no response. It's not like her at all. I didn't mean to panic but maybe I'm just gonna come over tonight, just to make sure she's okay. 
                          
When I was passing I saw a cute flower shop so I decided to step in. The lady recommended me to buy yellow roses which means new beginnings.
                          
I got back to my car and started driving to Camila's house. As soon as I parked I saw two people arguing at the porch. I completely forgot about the flowers and quickly left my car. When I saw who's standing there I was speechless. 
                          
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