AN: I was stuck at home today because of a snowstorm so I thought I would start the next chapter...before I knew it, it was finished! This is all Camille's POV but you will see part of what Moose was thinking in the next chapter. Hope you like it!

Camille POV

For the past two weeks I've seen Moose enough times I could count them on one hand. That includes the last movie night we had at my dorm room. I'm trying to be patient and understanding but even I can run out of those. Perhaps that's why Moose and I had our first fight ever since we have been going out. Well, there really was no yelling but there were tears. It's also the very reason I haven't spoken to Moose for a couple of days. I'm not even sure where to go from here.

I've had a pretty long day of classes and studying so I decided to relax for the night. That brings me to this point. You can find me in my pajamas, lying on the couch, surrounded by an empty carton of ice cream and other junk food items, while watching cheesy romantic comedies. Isn't this how all girls wallow in self-pity? I guess I can say I joined the club. I'm still trying to replay the past week's events and figure out my next move.

-Two weeks ago-

I was excited for next weekend because Moose promised we would spend all of Saturday together. This past weekend was fun but we really only spent time together on Saturday night. Monday's are always long for me and I was super happy to be done with classes for the day. I knew Moose had practice with Andrea today but I thought I would see if he could eat dinner with me before he had to go.

Picking up my phone I dialed his number. No answer so I left a voicemail for him to call me. It was a couple hours later that I got a text saying he was sorry he missed my call and maybe we could try and get lunch together tomorrow. Apparently he forgot on Tuesdays and Thursdays our schedules were opposite of each other and I wouldn't have a break time that would work to have lunch with him.

I called him back and we made plans for dinner on Wednesday instead. I know he has been super busy lately but I get the feeling our spontaneous outings are going to be a thing of the past. No more last minute decisions to meet up somewhere and hang out. Welcome to college I guess.

Wednesday morning rolled around and I was excited to see Moose for the first time in four days. I called him in between classes and he said we were still a go for dinner.

After Wednesday I didn't see Moose for another couple of days. All I got on Thursday was a voicemail saying he would call me later. I tried calling him on Friday morning only to get a text in the afternoon telling me he would call me later. I was really beginning to sense a trend.

Shortly after getting his text I ran into him outside one of the classroom buildings. Andrea and a few other guys were with him.

"You are alive! I was beginning to think you were locked away in a dungeon while some evil scientist sent me texts pretending to be you."

Moose laughed while he walked over to me. He wrapped me in a hug. When he pulled away he introduced me to his friends.

"Cam, you know Andrea. This is Dan and Will. They both are in one of my dance classes."

"Nice to meet you guys! "

"Guys, this is Camille. My girlfriend."

Oh, he does remember who I am.

"I was just heading to the cafeteria to grab a late lunch, you guys want to join me?"

Will started to say something but Moose cut him off. "Sorry, Cam. We were just heading to the other side of campus for a rehearsal. "

"Yeah, no problem." I tried to act like it was no big deal. "You will be gracing me with your presence tomorrow, right?"

Moose hung his head low and I was suddenly afraid of his answer. Slowly he started to speak, hesitating after a few words. "Uh, Cam, you know I want to, but—"

Great, he was going to stand me up and in front of other people nonetheless. Terrific.

That's not what happened though. His demeanor quickly changed and he gave me his signature grin. "Sorry, Cam. I guess that wasn't a good joke. I will be all yours my lady" He bowed to me and reached for my hand on which he placed a kiss.

That Saturday was perfect. Moose and I went ice skating in the park all afternoon. In the evening he took me to a nice restaurant that didn't have pizza on the menu. Who knew he could eat outside one of his beloved food groups.

If I knew I would only see him once in the next week I would have locked him in my closet that night.

-One Week Ago-

"I can't wait to see you Tyler! Tell Nora hi for me"

"Will do. See you soon Camille."

After ending the call with Tyler I shot Moose a text for him to call me. He was in class right now but I wanted him to let me know what he was doing on Friday night. Tyler just called and he is going to be in town for the weekend. I haven't seen him since August and can't wait to spend some time with him.

I talked to Moose later that day and he said he wouldn't miss dinner on Friday for anything.

-Present Day-

Ugh. My stomach is killing me and I've shed enough tears laughing and crying my way through three movies.

A beeping noise pulled me from my thoughts. My stomach did a little flip hoping it was Moose. I should have known better.

Nora: Cam, call me ASAP!

I sighed. Nora's been trying to get ahold of me for the past few days. Tyler must have clued her in on the past weekend's events. It was that or there was another crisis in the wedding planning. My guess is Tyler talked to her.

Guess now's a good a time as any. I dialed her number. It barely rang twice before she picked up.

"Cam? Oh I am so happy you finally called me back!"

"Hey Nora, sorry I'm not trying to avoid you, just trying to avoid talking about it."

"Oh hun, I'm so sorry."

"That makes two of us. How much do you know?"

"Well, I know enough but it's Tyler's point of view so it could be a little skewed."

"Yeah, did he tell you how he wanted to go string him up by his shoelaces?"

She laughed. "He may have mentioned that, yes."

I laughed picturing that in my mind. It felt good to laugh again.

"Well, it all started Friday night..."

-Friday Night-

Tyler and I had been walking around campus for a while now. He had gotten into town earlier than he thought and we had some time to kill before dinner. For some reason he was actually interested in where I went to class and wanted to get a feel for the campus life. He reminded me of how proud he was of me for going after my dreams.

Tyler had met a friend on tour that opened a new restaurant only a few blocks from campus. He had gotten us a reservation for tonight at seven. It was a fancier restaurant than I was used to but I could sacrifice wearing a dress for my brother. We headed back to my dorm so I could get ready. The plan was to meet Moose there since his classes ended at six.

Tyler and I enjoyed a great meal. Emphasis on Tyler and I. Moose never showed up. When it had been a half hour past seven I shot him a text. Around 7:45 I shot him another but by 8:00 I knew he wasn't coming. I played it off to Tyler and made up some excuse for Moose. Tyler has always figured out when I was lying and knew Moose was a no show for another reason.

Tyler dropped me off at campus around 10 that night and we had planned to meet up Saturday morning to explore the city.

When I got upstairs there was a guy sitting by my door, a guy with curly hair to be exact.

All the fury I had pushed down during dinner so I could enjoy my time with Tyler quickly came to the surface. I was angry which was an emotion I've never felt toward Moose. Even when he was late for a Halloween party last Fall I didn't feel anger. I knew if we talked now I would probably say something I would regret.

Moose saw me approaching and quickly sprang to his feet. He held out his hands in an apologetic manner.

"Cam, I'm SO sorry. I tried-"

I put my hand up to stop him from talking. "Moose, I think it would be best if you just go home."

Panicked he stepped closer to me. He reached out to grab my hands but I backed away.

"Moose, I really think you should just go."

"Cam, let me explain, please."

Now I was annoyed. "Explain what Moose? How you stood me up? How you couldn't simply pick up your phone and tell me you weren't going to make it?"

"You know how things have been busy for me Cam, I just—"

"Really Moose," I interrupted him. "I know things have been busy. This is the first time I've seen you all week. Have you stopped to think of that? I have a first row seat to the 'Moose's busy life show'. You know how important this dinner was for me though. You said you could make it, and you didn't show."

I took a deep breath. I was trying to blink back tears that I knew were ready to spill over.

We were still in the hallway and I didn't really want everyone to hear this. As much as I wanted him to go maybe we should hash it out now.

"Moose" I pointed to my room, "inside, now."

Moose took a seat at my desk while I sat on the edge of my bed.

"I'm trying to think rationally Moose. I know I shouldn't be as upset as I am but I feel like you are missing the point."

He just stared at me. When he didn't say anything I took that as a signal that he was going to listen.

"Moose do you remember the conversation we had after the Halloween party last Fall?"

He nodded his head.

"I felt like you didn't need me anymore in your life and that I wasn't important. Moose, I feel like that now. I feel like that but it hurts more than it did then. I've tried to be patient and understanding. Moose, you are my first boyfriend and I would like to think I haven't been a clingy girlfriend. I've given you your space but I'd like to think it would be important to you to want to spend time with me. "

I paused and Moose took that opportunity to speak.

"Cam, I'm not sure what to do. I'm sorry I didn't make it tonight. I'm really, really sorry. I didn't get your texts because my phone died. I lost track of time and before I realized it I knew you probably had already eaten dinner. I just decided I would meet up with you on campus but when I went to call you I realized my phone died. I went back to my room to charge it and that's when I saw your messages."

"I get it, I do. But Moose, it's about more than tonight. Don't you see that?" And cue the waterfall…..

The tears started running.

Moose moved from the desk chair and sat beside me on the bed.

"Cam, tell me what to do. How can I fix this?"

"I know we can't spend every waking moment together but it would be great if you started by seeing me more than a few times a week. I would appreciate calls that don't end after a minute and you saying, 'I'll call you later'."

"Whatever you need Cam."

"Moose, the thing is, I'm not sure you can do that right now. I understand you have a busy schedule and you have the showcase in a week. I think we should just give each other space for the time being."

I took a deep breath because I think I finally realized why I was crying.

"Moose, are you happy? I mean, are you happy with us?"

"What do you mean Cam? Of course I am. Why would you ask that?"

"I feel like I am trying so hard to get your attention and you just aren't interested. Oh man, I sound like such a girl right now."

I covered my face with my hands. Was I overreacting? I'm usually so confident but I feel the complete opposite right now.

Moose's phone rang at that moment. He looked down but then quickly looked back up at me.

"You going to get that?" I asked.

He sighed. "No, we're not finished talking."

Now it was my turn to sigh. "Yes, Moose we are. I just want to go to bed. Tyler and I are going to head out right away in the morning and explore the city."

"Okay, but we aren't done talking Cam. Just to be clear, I'm really sorry."

I got up from the bed and walked over to the door. I turned to Moose who was now walking to the door.

"I'll see you later?" It came out more like a question because I imagine Moose wasn't sure I wanted to see him later.

"I hope so." I replied.

He turned around. "Later gator."

-Present Day-

"Wow, Tyler did not do justice to the story!"

"Well, I didn't exactly tell him everything Nora. Do you think I overreacted?"

"No way. Cam, guys don't see how everything is connected. To Moose you were angry about missing dinner but he doesn't see how the course of events from the past two weeks plays into effect."

"Yeah well I told him we should give each other space and I didn't really mean that. Now he hasn't called me for a couple of days and I don't know what to think."

"So call him. Go over to his dorm. Tell him what is on your mind Camille. One thing I know about guys. If you don't clearly spell it out for them, they have no idea what is really going on."

"You're right. I'll talk to him first thing tomorrow. Right now I have a horrible stomach ache and I'm pretty sure I'm about to go into a sugar coma."

"Haha, did you eat one or two cartons of ice cream?"

"Um, one."

"You're good then!"

"Thanks Nora, for everything. I'll talk to you soon."

"Bye, Cam."

Just as I set my phone down it began to ring. Nora probably forgot to tell me something and was calling me right back.

I clicked 'talk' without looking at the id.

"Miss me already?"

Laughter rang from the other line, but it definitely wasn't Nora's voice.

"Moose?"