Hey guys, sorry I didn't update last week, on Tuesday I had a Volleyball Game right after school, I didn't get home until 9, when I did I had to do my homework and take a shower, on Wednesday, I had to do community service for school, so I helped my Nana rake leaves, and on my way to her house, I feel off my bike and scraped my knees, but I still helped her for an hour, and when I got home, I was practically immobile. Thursday I couldn't move either, and I spent the whole day after I got home lying on my bed because it hurt too much to get off. Friday and Saturday I still couldn't move on Friday I had to go to my Grandma's house, and on Saturday I had to go to piano and out gift shopping with my mom. On Sunday I still couldn't move well, and I went to church, went to my cottage in Canada, got home, and went to a family party and go home and did my homework. And today is Monday. So, I've been pretty busy. Anyways, I'm writing a long chapter, and I'm not going to upload until this is at least 3 pages long. And, I didn't really have inspiration for this chapter until I sat down in front of the computer.

Disclaimer: Ally Carter is the master mind behind all the characters in this story. Although I do own at least a partial bit of their personalities.

(3rd Person POV, because I'm to lazy to write actual thoughts and feelings in detail)

It went on like that, Cammie becoming close friends with Bex and Liz. Zach still ignored Cammie, but he was at least civil towards her. Tina, not so much. Every time Cammie would pass Tina in the hallway, Tina would sneer at Cammie and say, "Oh, look! It's the little friendless orphan! How sad." Then she would through her head back and cackle, walking away. It wasn't much better with Josh, who just looked at Cammie as though SHE were the one who betrayed him. It was so unfair, but Cammie didn't retaliate, she didn't really care as long as she had Bex and Liz on her side. It did feel weird having Macey not there, but beggars can't be choosers. It felt even weirder when the old group hung out, it was obvious that Zach was ignoring Cammie, and Nick seemed uncomfortable without Macey there. All in all though, Cammie was glad to have her friends back.

Cammie was growing exasperated though, and she really just wanted Zach to talk to her again, anything would be better than this never ending silence. If only Zach would get over his pride and accept Cammie's apologies. But, getting over your pride is very hard to do, especially when Zach was the person mentioned. So, things weren't looking to bright in the near future. But, Cammie might just have been more stubborn than Zach and she was bent on getting him to talk to her. So, that was why the fact that they were neighbors was proving to be a blessing and a curse. It might have also helped that their rooms were directly across from each other.

"Zach," Cammie called, knowing that he was home, as his window was open, and his light was on. "Zach," Cammie called again, leaning precariously out her window. "Zach, I know you're in there!" Still no reply. "Fine!" She huffed, and then she proceeded to reach back into her closet, and pull out the long forgotten board. This board, her Aunt had explained, was what her mother had stuck out of her window and used to crawl into her fathers room. Cammie had thrown it into her closet, thinking she would never have a use for it. It turns out; Cammie did have use for it.

Slowly slipping the board out of her window, Cammie slid it onto Zach's sill, making sure it landed softly, as not to make a sound. Cammie then cautiously put a foot on to the board, testing it to make sure it could hold her weight. When she was satisfied she slowly pulled her body onto the board, and walked all the way to halfway. Then, she made the mistake of looking down. Until then, Cammie had forgotten her fear of heights. She gulped nervously and started walking towards the window, hoping she would get there soon. But now Cammie was being reckless, she was going for speed rather than caution. And, it really didn't come as a surprise when Cammie's foot slipped. (I was going to end it there, because I do love cliffies, but I figured I owed it to you.)

Hanging there, holding on to the board for dear life, Cammie managed to squeak out a small. "Zach, help me, please." But all she got in response was the increasing wind, or at least until she heard the low chuckle. Well, this is it, she thought, I'm going to die hanging off a board connecting Zach's room and my room, with him laughing at me. Not the best way to die, but at least I don't have to die acting like Tina. She mused. I wonder if I'll see my mom and dad. I think that for the first 4 years and the last 6 weeks, I've been a pretty good person. In between, not so much.

Cammie was so lost in her thoughts, she didn't see the hand in front of her, and she didn't hear the chuckle be replaced with a sigh. But she did hear when he said, "Cammie, I know you're mad at me, but seriously, would you please just take my hand?" Still silence. Zach seemed to think that that meant that he wasn't forgiven, when really it was just Cammie was doing her best not to collapse into giggles.

"Look, Cammie, I know I was a jerk, but please, forgive me? Please? Don't do thisCam!"

That was it, Cammie couldn't help herself, she collapsed into giggles, and if it wasn't from the strong hand pulling her into Zach's room, she would've fallen. Zach was looking at her funny, and she couldn't help her, the expression on her face made her laugh harder. Eventually Zach started laughing to, still having no idea what was so funny, and just like that, they were friends again.

~Time skip~

Cammie was sitting at some fancy diner in Roseville, laughing with her friends, glad that they all got along. Except for one person was missing. Just as Cammie was thinking that, she saw Macey herself walking past the restaurant. Speak of the devil, Cammie thought. Acting on impulse, Cammie jumped off the bench and ran for the door, determined to make things right.

"Mace!" Cammie called out. Macey turned around with a happy smile on her face, until she saw Cammie.

"Oh. It's you." Her tone was indifferent.

"Yes, well uhmm, I was just going to, uhmm, ask you to come and join us."

Macey looked skeptical, but after having an internal battle, she nodded her head.

"Excellent!" Cammie was just so happy today, nothing could faze her.

Cammie walked back up to the table and clapped her hands. Bex looked up and said, "What took you so long? Oh. Why is SHE here?"

Cammie looked slightly angry. This was not the reception she was hoping for.

"She's eating with us." Everyone looked at Cammie as though she had lost her head, but wisely said nothing as she pulled up a chair. Everyone went back to eating, but there was a very uncomftorable silence to the air. Macey looked awkward, Even Nick didn't want to talk to her.

"Look," Macey said, clearing her throat. "I'm sorry, okay?' I know I said some mean stuff and was a jerk, but I'm sorry!"

No one looked convinced, and Cammie realized she needed to do something.

"Guys, stop being such jerks. She's sorry, okay! I know she was mean to me, but that's MY problem. And I'm choosing to look past it and forgive her. If I can do that, then so should you!"

Everyone was silent for a moment, and then it was as though a dam had burst. Everyone started talking at once. Cammie smiled, there was one more thing she had to do.

"Zach, can you come here for a second, I need to talk to you."

Outside, Cammie and Zach walked to the local park, the one where all of this drama had started, 12 years ago. (I'm not sure if I put their ages before this, so now their 16.)

"Zach," Cammie trailed off, looking nervous. Cammie involuntary shivered, she hadn't thought to bring a jacket. Zach shrugged off his jacket and put it on her shoulders without thinking, and this kind gesture is what gave Cammie the confidence to go on.

"Zach. Listen, I know were friends now, but I need to tell you something." Zach shifted nervously, hoping it was nothing bad. As though reading his mind, Cammie immediately reassured him.

"NO! I mean, it's not bad or anything." Zach gave her a questioning look and she said, "You were looking upset. Any ways, I just wanted to tell you that, erm, I like you. A lot."

Cammie looked down nervously, and didn't notice when Zach moved ever so closer.

"Cammie, did you know that 12 years ago I followed you, Bex, Liz, and Macey to this park, dead set on telling you I liked you." Cammie looked up confused, and suddenly felt a pair of lips on hers. The kiss was sweet, but it was broken up by the scream of, "I KNEW IT!" Then laughter and Nick's voice saying, "Fine."

They looked up to see Nick handing Macey money, and Bex, Grant, Liz, and Jonas making their way over. Cammie smiled and grabbed Zach's hand, knowing nothing could make her happier.

Well, that's it. Please review and tell me if you like the ending.

Love,

TheGarbageCanIsNotAMonster