As the graduation gets closer, Hayley never once thought that her parents are coming to march with her. But today, just minutes before the marching starts, her parents arrived, making her euphoric. "Mother!" she exclaimed, hugging Cassandra. To her surprise, Cassandra actually hugged her back and her father, Sam, smiled at them. How unusual, she thought, this could be because people were around. "I know we have fought but of course I will still come to your day! Congratulations, my grown lady!" "Does this mean, you forgive me for that night?" Cassandra leaned back slightly and cupped Hayley's face. Then she had a grin plastered on her face. Although her eyes were still lifeless and cruel, Hayley didn't want to ruin the day. "But of course I never planted any hate towards you, my subtle dear!" Then she turned her head to see Sam. "Why don't you join us, my love?" A big smile Sam gave before striding to hug them both. If you didn't know

They arrived past midnight at the resort. Everyone was so tired that they just picked whatever room they want and head to bed. As for Hayley, she just went with Kenji. After all, they're mostly sleeping in the same bed at home.    In the morning, Hayley woke up moving her hand, searching for Kenji by her side but when she felt no one, she snapped her eyes open. Her forehead creased when there really was no one.  With still heavy eyes, she sits up, stretched her arms as she yawns. She looked around and realized that yes, they had a tiring but fun night driving all the way here. Last night, she saw a glimpse of the ocean and the place but it was a little dark. So, she moved and get off of the bed, striding her way towards the sliding door. Outside was a small balcony overlooking the wonderful view of the ocean and the lawn of the resort too.  "It looks like camping will have to wait," Hayley mumbles, her eyes sparkling like t

Cassandra is having such a bad morning with her migraines. She has not been getting enough sleep for thinking too much about her daughter Hayley. That little flower just doesn't know where she is heading to.  If I don't take care of her the weeds will come to take over her, insects will bite her leaves and disease will spread! Cassandra thought. She was wrong when she thought Kenji was going to tame Hayley's curious nature.  That young man is letting her fly freely thinking those rings on her fingers will stop anybody to steal her away. What a fool! Hayley might not admit it, but she still has doubts about settling in that marriage with Kenji!  In all honesty, Cassandra knows Kenji is a great man for her daughter. She feels sorry for Kenji falling in love with her daughter. Now, he is doing everything for Hayley and Hayley is doing everything for herself. "I won't even have to do much to ruin their marriage," Cassandra muttered, display

Their days at the private resort have been fun, especially when the younger girls decided to go home but unfortunately, Lily had stayed for a day. Well, she isn't much of a bother to Hayley but to Eleanor, she's a damn fly.  That little girl actually confessed her feelings to Jasper but he immediately turned her down. Lily must have been so hurt that she asked Greg to take her home yesterday and now it's only them. Down to their last day in the resort and there is nothing much to do now. They have explored the woods and hiked the mountains the past few days. So, right now they are just bathing under the sun.  Near the shoreline were Eleanor, Jasper and little Bren playing while the waves are crashing on their legs. Hayley displayed a smile. They look so perfect and happy together.  Not so far from the shore is Mafu, snorkeling with Kenji. She wanted to join them but she is feeling so lazy today. Hayley just wants to freakin' sleep. Plus

After that trip, every one of them had gotten so busy preparing for college. Even though some of them are going to the same university, they're separated by departments. It's a big place and it is sometimes scary. It has been three days since Hayley moved out of their unit and Kenji feels lonely. It's like those days when Hayley didn't come home to him for days. He feels left alone. He got used to having her by his side that whenever she's not here, it feels damn lonely... so lonely.  It's a chilly night out at the rooftop and he's just leaning against the rail, watching the city lights, the cars which are passing by so fast. Somehow, it made him recall the days when all he had was himself, his plans and the reasons why he is married. He looked up, laughing sarcastically at his self. A year ago, he told himself that he would chase his dreams, his plans without his father's help. He remembers, swearing to his brother's grave that he'd not lose himself. He