Chapter 127 - Beyond Now

The sun filters through the café windows, casting a warm glow over the bustling breakfast crowd. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee and baked pastries fills the air as Oliver and I walk in, hand in hand. We spot Jameson and Kelly at a cozy corner booth, already settled with cups of steaming coffee and plates of pancakes.

"Look who finally decided to show up!" Jameson calls out, a wide grin spreading across his face as he waves us over.

Oliver laughs, sliding into the booth next to him. "Good morning to you too, Jameson. Ready to celebrate?"

Kelly pushes a plate of assorted pastries toward us, her smile warm. "Absolutely. Congratulations on the A in your English assignment. You guys really earned it."

"Thanks, Kelly," I say, taking a croissant. "It feels good to see our hard work pay off."

We dive into breakfast, laughter and chatter filling the air. It's moments like these that remind me of the importance of friendship, of having people who cheer for your successes and stand by you th