play the song when you see the *
February, March and April soon faded away and now, us seniors, were preparing for graduation. Streamers hung on the gym ceiling and some people were putting up fancy balloons and other decorations. All of my classmates were required to assist in decorating the school. Oddly, it had become a requirement for graduating, which most people thought was ridiculous.
"Man, it's just so crazy!" I awed," We are graduating in three days!" I sighed, feeling extremely shocked that we would be leaving high school and moving forward in our lives.
"I know . . . I wish we were all going to the same college." Brianna sighed sadly as she gave me her super sad look that she did whenever she wanted me to buy something for her when she didn't have enough money.
We both looked at each other sympathetically and then hugged . . . okay and cried just for a little bit.*
Unlike most schools, are graduating class was fairly small. A positive of being so small was that we were all able to get to know each other. During the first week of school my freshmen year, I had met every single person in my grade. Having that connection made many day-to-day classroom activities much easier, such as: presenting , collaborating, or just participating in class.
I took one fulfilling look at the gym and thought about how much hard work and dedication my classmates and I put into the party. Suddenly, Alex and his best friend strolled in nonchalantly, smiling and talking.
"Alex!" I squealed, trying to get his attention.
I waved dramatically at him and soon Alex saw me and walked over to me, greeting me with a warm hug.
"Hey Linnea! Oh, hey Bri!" Alex greeted with his cute smile, his blue eyes glistening like they always do.
"Hi." Brianna replied as she put her hands on her hips and looked at the photo booth which she was dying to go in.
"Alex, what college are you going to? I never thought to ask until now." I requested looking into his brown eyes, "Alex?" I repeated.
How could I have been so stupid to not ask him what college he was going to? After all, that could play a huge role on our future.
"Oh, uh, sorry." Alex sputtered," I'm going to UWM."
"In Wisconsin?" I spat in complete and utter shock since as have never met anyone in my entire life go to UWM.
"Yeah, my step-dad went there for college and he wants me to go there as well." Alex informed as he itched his head uncomfortably. He released a heavy sigh as he offered me a comforting smile.
"Alex . . . but we won't be together . . ." I muttered with a frown on my face as I sent him a sad smile.
I turned and plopped onto the chair that was next to me. I slouched and stared at the ground.
Why can't Brianna or Alex go to college with me? I really don't want to be stuck with Ethan. Then again, I most likely won't be any of the same classes as him anyway.
"I know . . . come on Lins, let's at least enjoy the last few school days together, okay?" Alex concluded as he slowly slid his arm through mine
"Alright." I managed with a small smile as I scanned the gym one final time before we left.
"I seriously cannot get over it!" I awed, shaking my head.
Alex glanced at me, his eyes searching mine.
"Just think, it's the end of one chapter, and a start of a new one too."
I scrunched up my face, "I never expected those words to come out of your mouth." I laughed.
"I know right. I heard my AP Bio teacher say it. I thought it corresponded well." He answered.
My classroom was a few feet away, so I bid goodbye and made my way to class.
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"Oh God, ow." I muttered as I rubbed my arm.
I looking behind me to see who it was. To my surprise, Becca stood there glaring at me as if she had been waiting for me to look at her.
Today, her hair was straightened and she wore a thick layer of mascara along with eyeliner. She was wearing a tie-dye Ivory Ella shirt, ripped jeans, and black Birkenstocks.
"Oh, my bad Linnea." Becca apologized as she stifled a smirk on her glossy lips.
I breathed heavily, trying to control my anger.
"That seemed pretty deliberate to me, Becca." I retorted, confidence radiating off of me like the sun on a warm summer afternoon.
"Back off, princess." Becca answered, lightly shoving me to the right.
I was speechless as I watched her and Ethan begin to pass me. They were both heading to math class like I was.
Then, it seemed as though everything was in slow motion. I stood still like a deer in headlights as Ethan slowly turned his head towards me. Once he had completed the turn, I gazed into Ethan's handsome ocean-blue eyes, but then pulled them away; Time returning to its normal pace. I stopped and realized that he wasn't mine anymore. He was Becca's.
I was overwhelmed by the amount of thoughts that were flooding into my head. Such as remembering that we have not spoke a word to each other since we broke up. I assumed it was because I had a boyfriend, but then again, he had a girlfriend. I looked down at my shoes for a moment and then scurried ahead of them to get to class before they did.