The Six Members of One Direction

Bootcamp (Part 2)

"Y/N. Y/N you need to get up. We're going to be late if you don't get around!". I open my eyes to be greeted by Audrey yelling in my face. Did I really sleep through my alarm? Today is one of the most important days of my life and I'm the last one up. If only my mother could see me right now. I jump out of bed and put some random outfit on. Cher offers to curl my hair so I look a little more presentable. I gladly accept and proceed to do my makeup while she does so. My text tone goes off and I see multiple texts from family members wishing me luck. I also see two from Niall, he asked me for an opinion on his outfit and then sent me another asking if I was awake. After looking at the photo he sent me, I messaged back that he looked great. Cher finishes my hair, and then I quickly finish my makeup. We all make sure we have everything we need, and make our way towards the downstairs lobby. A small line is formed in front of the door, everyone is waiting on busses to take them to the Wembley Arena. Luckily the arena is about ten minutes from the hotel.

We arrive at the arena, and are quickly told to divide into four groups: Girls, Boys, Groups and Over 25s. Emily, Audrey, Cher and I make our way over to the girl section. I quietly stood in the group looking around the main area of the arena. I see a curly haired blob waving at me, I decide to smile and wave back. This is probably the only time today that I will see Harry. Each group is sent off to a different location. A woman approaches us and states that she will be coaching us for today. She mentions that we will be later preforming the song "If I were a Boy" by Beyoncé to fight for a spot to stay. She also notes that only about one hundred contestants total are going to be making it through tonight. Emily and Audrey looked worried, I quickly flash them a smile letting them know that things will be okay.

Time passes, and we are all tired by the time song performances start. We have been watched all day by our coach and the judges. My legs hurt from all the times we went through the dance routine. I'll admit that I'm not the best dancer, but Simon made it seem like I had two left feet all day. Emily, Audrey, Cher and I wait for our turn to sing in front of the judges/coaches. Luckily we were put in the same subgroup, and won't be separated.

Once we make our way on stage, our coach mentions that we will sing the song from start to end and contestants will be eliminated throughout the song. She states that we will be touched on the shoulder if we are removed. The music starts and we all begin singing, I notice a person walking close to where we were standing. I closed my eyes hoping not to be touched. Next I feel a soft hand squeeze mine, I open my eyes to see Emily being touched on the shoulder. I slightly squeeze hers before she walks off the stage to take a seat. I notice that even through tears, she is still smiling and wanting the best for three strangers that she only met a day ago. This makes me continue to keep pushing through for her. A minute passes, Audrey is touched on the shoulder, it takes her awhile to leave the stage. I couldn't imagine how she was feeling. Once she finds a seat next Emily, the two hug each other tightly. Tears form in my eyes, this isn't fair. They are two of the sweetest girls, and their chances were taken just like that. The song finishes and I'm still standing. I look around to see about twenty girls including myself and Cher left standing. Our coach congratulates us along with the judges and sends us back to our rooms.

Arriving at the room with the other girls seems bittersweet. The second we got on the bus to come back, Emily and Audrey seemed extremely quiet and didn't talk much about the situation that occurred beforehand. They both start to pack up their things and get ready to head home. "This isn't fair.", I spoke up. Everyone stops and turns towards me. "Y/N," Emily speaks to me with tears in her eyes, "there's nothing we can do now besides go home and try again later.". I run my hand through my hair, "you're just going to give up like that?". My statement seemed to give Audrey a little bit of anger. "I don't know what you want us to do Y/N.", she spits towards me. Cher steps in and begins to calm us both. "I think Y/N just doesn't want you both to leave. Right?", Cher stated before turning to me. With three sets of eyes on me, I nod quickly. Emily and Audrey both sigh, and we all have a group hug. After the hug, they finish packing their things and walk out of the room towards their cars. Cher decides to spend the night at her friends room, and tells me I can invite someone if I want.

With Cher gone, I decide to text Niall and Harry to ask if they would both want to hang out. They both respond positively and make their ways towards my room. I here a knock on the door, getting off the sofa, I proceed to look through the peephole to see a blonde boy. Opening the door, I get immediately put into a hug. "Nice to see you too Niall.", I manage to breath out from under his grasp. He pulls back with a slight giggle. We both walk towards the couch, and he starts to talk about today. "I swore that I was going to get eliminated today Y/N.". I turned my head slightly and looked at him. He continues, "the boy right beside me got sent home. I thought I was next.". I grab his hand, "Niall you are talented, they would be dumb to send you home.", I smile towards him. He thanks me and complements me on my audition that he watched last night. We both get lost in conversation for about ten minutes, then a loud knock comes through the door. Our heads both turn towards the door. Harry. How did I forget that Harry was coming over? I quickly explain to Niall that I invited another friend. He nods, and I open the door. Harry and Niall both seemed surprised at each other's presence. I exchange glances between both of them. "Hey mate", Harry starts, "didn't realize you'd be joining us.". I stop in my tracks before speaking up, "wait, you two know each other?". They both laugh, then Niall mentions that they met earlier today and stood by each other when they sang. I quickly understand. We decide to order takeout and pick a movie to watch. Since we were waiting for food, I excuse myself from the movie to make a phone call outside of the room.