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“So, where are we going to?” I asked Ryan, glancing towards him while he focused on the road driving.“You'll see it when we get there,” He answered and turned his head to me as he gave me a wink.I blushed slightly and dragged my gaze back to the window as I stared at the beautiful street and environment of Albany, which looked beautiful and lively during the evening.Ryan got to downtown Albany and finally parked opposite a building that looked a bit old and unique to me…“What's the place?” I inquired from Ryan, staring at how people emerged in and out of one particular building.“The city beer hall,” Ryan answered, and I grinned.“Really? That's great!” I told him, still trying to get a better view of the building.“Are we going there?” I asked Ryan curiously.“You want to go?” He asked, staring into my eyes as I nodded affirmatively.“I could see something spicy to eat over there,” I spoke, and my mouth begin to water, I quickly placed my hands on the seat belt and tried to unbuc
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“Be careful,” Ryan warned rushing over to me while I staggered barely getting hold of myself.I was tipsy due to the beer I had…Ryan had gotten us back home, he protectively wrapped his arms around my waist and guided me towards the house.“That was fun,” I bubbled out and laugh slightly, remembering where I danced with the other women and ladies to entertain the men as they cheered us on while I clung on to Ryan like a second skin.Ryan got closer to the door and opened it, my eyes skimmed over the living room, wondering where my mum or stepdad was.“Where's mum?” I asked Ryan, his hands were firm around my waist keeping me in place so as not to fall.“I don't know, we just got back in,” He hinted while I nodded in response.We began walking up the stairs and my head was so light… It felt like I was floating in the air.It wasn't a strong alcoholic drink, yet it still had some effect on me.“Hailey,” We heard a distant voice call us, making Ryan and I stop in our tracks.“That's you
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Hailey's POV.I woke up with a slight groan escaping my lips and my eyes shot open wondering what time it is.I jolted up, sitting straight on the bed, and my eyes widened as I stared at the clock.“Holy shit!” I gasped out and struggled to get out of the bed and ended up falling on my face flat on the floor.“Ouch,” I bawled out, squeezing my face at the slight pains I felt on my cheeks, and crawled myself out of the blanket on all fours.I stood up immediately and picked up my blanket, throwing it back on the bed.I stared at the wall clock again and pulled off the ribbon I used in packing my hair up.'Six Forty-five, I have less than thirty minutes to get ready and run out of the house,' I thought to myself as I scraped off the clothes I was wearing and scooted into the bathroom.After, bathing for what didn't last more than ten minutes, I entered my room back and went forth to my closest, wrapping the white towel around my body firmly.I brought out my school uniform and walked ba
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I was digging into the food mum had prepared for me in the food box while Ryan sat next to me as he watched me eat and then smile.“How long are you going to watch me eat?” I asked him, suddenly dropping a spoon into the cereals I was eating and facing him, raising my brows at him as he chuckled, turning his gaze away from me.He played with his fingers and opened his mouth partly and looked at me, his lower lips twirling to a warm smile.“Till you finish eating,” He quirked his brow at me, while I stared deeply into his hypnotizing gaze.“You are making me shy,” I pouted at him and grabbed my spoon, and took a spoonful of cereals into my mouth.“You look cute!” He expressed imitating the way I pouted earlier by pushing his lower lips to the front, then he smiled and winked at me.“Stop it,” I growled at him and quickly stared at the teacher in charge of watching detained students, but he was very much far away from Ryan's and I world, with a plugged Bluetooth AirPods in both ears and
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It was late at night, my mum and stepdad had gone out for a date and won't be back until the next day and Ryan said he was going out in the evening to hang out with his friends.I was the only one in the house, and I was stuck in my bedroom while chatting with Aiden.'I'm alone at home, I feel bored,' I typed on the keyboard while checking the words to make sure I didn't type an error before clicking on the send icon.I sighed and tossed my phone on the bed, I picked up the novel I was reading, 'Unlocking the millionaire's heart,' I read through some paragraphs before my phone made a beep sound, letting me know a message just got in.“When will you be sleeping over at my place?” He asked, I smiled sheepishly at the screen of the phone and began typing.“I don't know yet, my mum will kill me if she finds out I'm sleeping over at a guy's place,” I typed and sent the text to him which he read immediately, though the part telling him my mum would kill me if she found out I was staying at
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“Remove your clothes!” Ryan ordered, his face was all serious, saying it with demand, his gaze fixed strongly on me.“Excuse me?” I shot at him, feeling astounded for a second also pinning my gaze heavily at him.“You are joking, right?” I asked, then he started walking closer to me, his face was deadpanned serious.'I'm not washing my hair again,' I thought to myself as he approached me, my breath was coming out shortly.“Do I look like I'm joking?” He inquired, staring intimately at me.I stared into his hazel eyes for a while, wondering what went wrong with him.“Ryan,” I called his name, my mouth quavering, feeling his name on my lips.“I-I don't think I'm washing my hair again,” I stuttered while he shot a questioning brow at me and tilted his head to the side, staring at me like, 'Am I for real?'. Without saying anything, I turned around and started making my way toward the door.I heard a peal of laughter behind me. “Oh goodness,” I heard Ryan laugh, and I turned around immedia
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Hailey's POV.I opened my eyes slowly, a bright smile appearing on my lips, “Hmm!” I yawned turned on my side and grabbed the pillow hugging it tightly.A sudden wave of happiness wrapped around me while I yawned again and rolled to the other side of the bed with the pillows cuddled in my arms.Yesterday, was fun, fun in the sense that Ryan and I kept on talking for hours, until we lost track of time before he retreated to his room, I was happy that the crazy side of him when I just returned recently had left him.Honestly, I thought he was going to keep on being a jerk towards me at first, that he hated me, maybe he was just having a bad time when I got back, that was why he was that way with me.I smiled again and hugged the pillow tightly, squashing the soft pillow in my arms.My throat went dry suddenly, and I decided to stand up from my bed, although I was feeling a bit lazy to get out of bed. I just wanted to lay in bed all day and grin to myself, since it was weekends.I finall
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“What do you mean you weren't on track with her?” I questioned him, surprisingly.“Is she not your girlfriend?” I threw at him, chopping the last tomatoes.“And how many times do I have to tell you, she isn't my girlfriend?” Ryan shot back, and I stopped chopping and turned around to face him with a disapproved look.“But you do know, she loves you,” I frowned, folding my arms on my chest, if he wasn't serious with her then he should stop toying with her feelings.“Ley, can we not talk about this?” He sighed in frustration, raking his fingers through his hair, and gave me those usually tired looks in his eyes.“If you are not interested in her, then stop toying with her,” I glared at him.“Excuse me? I'm not toying with her, she knows how I feel with her, she's just being clingy, it's her not me,” Ryan implied, giving me an irritated look and I sighed.Ryan began walking closer to me, “I continue with the chopping,” He said, and I turned around immediately.“No, I'll finish it,” I tol
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Hailey's POV.I sat nervously in front of my vanity mirror, my heart pounding with excitement and anticipation. It was my graduation day, marking the end of years of hard work and dedication. I glanced at the clock on the wall, counting down the minutes until the ceremony would begin.I was in my room at Ryan's house, and my makeup artist, Sarah, meticulously applied the final touches to my makeup, highlighting my natural beauty. I watched Sarah work with a mix of nerves and awe. "You're amazing at this, Sarah," I said, admiring my reflection."Thank you, Hailey! You're already stunning, so it makes my job easier," Sarah replied with a smile, adjusting my hair to fall in loose waves around my shoulders.My mind raced with thoughts of the day ahead. I couldn't wait to see my parents in the audience, proud smiles on their faces. Despite the recent misunderstandings in my family, I hoped today would be a day of celebration and unity.As Sarah finished the final touches, I stood up from m
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Hailey's POV.I wanted to leave but I turned back to Mom again, I couldn't shake off the lingering questions in my mind. I went to her room and sat down, sat down with my Mom, and the words I had been holding back spilled out."Mom, what if Dad wanted you back?" I asked quietly, my gaze searching my Mom's eyes for any sign of hope or regret.Mom's expression turned somber as she considered the question. "Hailey, your dad has every right to move on and find happiness. I've caused him so much pain and heartache. I don't deserve his love anymore."My heart ached at my mom's words. "But Mom, don't you want to try to make things right? To be a family again?"Mom sighed, her shoulders slumping with the weight of regret. "I wish things were different, Hailey. I wish I hadn't made the choices I did. But I can't change the past, and I can't expect your dad to forgive me for betraying him and you."Tears welled up in my eyes as I realized the depth of my mom's remorse. "Mom, you're not unworthy
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Hailey's POV.The air was heavy with anticipation and tension in Ryan's house. It had been a week since the dramatic confrontation that led to Uncle Elijah considering reconciling with his estranged wife. I couldn't shake off the somber atmosphere that seemed to linger in every room.One evening, as I sat by the window in Ryan's room, staring at the moonlit sky, Ryan entered with a troubled expression. He sat down beside me, and without a word, I knew something was bothering him."What's wrong, Ryan?" I asked softly, turning to look at him.Ryan sighed heavily. "I can't stop thinking about everything that's happened. Dad is still unsure about Mom coming back. It's like we're walking on eggshells around here."I nodded, understanding his concern. "I've been feeling the same way. But you know what's been on my mind more? My Mom. She's been so quiet and withdrawn since that night."Ryan frowned, his brows knitting together in concern. "Do you think she regrets leaving your Dad?"My gaze
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Ryan's POV.When Dad returned to the sitting room, we stopped talking about Hailey and I love, we focused on Dad again, but at least, I was relieved. There was no secret in Hailey and I loved life again, we were free.I stood in the middle of the living room, my heart heavy with the tension that crackled between Hailey and my parents. They sat across from each other, their expressions a stark contrast.My Mom looked at Dad with a mixture of regret and apology in her eyes. She knew she had hurt him deeply, and her gaze reflected her remorse. On the other hand, Dad's eyes were filled with annoyance and a hint of bitterness. He couldn't shake off the pain of the past, the wounds that had never fully healed.The room felt suffocating, the silence broken only by the ticking of the clock on the wall. I shifted uncomfortably, wishing I could disappear or at least bridge the chasm that had grown between my parents. I never knew forgiveness would be that difficult."Mom, Dad," I finally spoke,
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Hailey's POV.I watched as Uncle Elijah's jaw tightened slightly, but he remained silent, waiting to hear me out."I understand that things have been difficult, and mistakes have been made," I continued, my voice gaining strength. "But holding onto anger and resentment will only hurt us in the long run. We need to find a way to move forward together."Aunty Rebecca scoffed. "Move forward? After everything that has happened?"I nodded. "Yes, even after everything. Because deep down, I know that we all care about each other. Uncle Elijah," she turned to him, "I know you still love your wife, despite everything, she birth to your son after all. And Aunty Rebecca," I faced her next, "I know you regret some of the decisions you've made."Uncle Elijah sighed heavily, his gaze shifting to Aunty Rebecca. "It's not that simple, Hailey," he murmured, his voice filled with pain."But it can be," I insisted, my eyes brimming with conviction. "If we're willing to open our hearts to forgiveness and
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Hailey's Pov.The drive back home was nothing like when we were going to the restaurant, it was lively with Ryan's Mom, who was making some hilarious jokes just for the family to laugh, and at some points, I cracked up a laugh.I was beginning to feel that maybe Ryan's Mom wasn't that bad, maybe she just wanted peace and love among us all, but everything changed when we got home and met Mom. Aunty Rebecca changed from the sweet she was a second ago and changed to something I didn't know. I had to double-check her if she was the same person or if someone else was supposed to be her.Aunty Rebecca's voice cut through the sitting room immediately we entered and met Mom sitting there, her words laced with contempt as she directed her insults at my Mom once again. "I don't know why you're even here, trying to pretend like you belong. You're nothing but a husband snatcher, a gold digger!" She was harsh with her words. I palmed my face in frustration, oh no! Not again!My mom bristled at the
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Hailey's POV.I sat on the stairs of the school, my backpack slung over one shoulder, my eyes scanning the parking lot for any sign of Ryan's car. He had promised to pick me up after my final exam, but as the minutes ticked by, it became clear that he wouldn't make it. I sighed, feeling a mix of disappointment and understanding. Ryan often got caught up in his family's business recently, especially when his Dad needed him.Just as I was about to call Shirley for a ride, a voice interrupted my thoughts. "Hey, Hailey! Need a lift?" Micah grinned, leaning against his car with a casual charm.I smiled gratefully. "Yes, please. Thanks, Micah."When he was driving us towards my house, Micah turned on the radio, filling the car with upbeat music. "So, how was your exam?" he asked, glancing at me.I shrugged. "It was okay, I guess. Just glad it's over."Micah nodded, understanding the relief of finishing exams. "Any plans for the summer?"My mind wandered to the beach trips and lazy days I ha
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Hailey's POV.My eyes fluttered open as the soft morning light filtered through my curtains, casting a warm glow across my room. It was Monday, the beginning of my final exams, and a mix of excitement and nervousness filled my thoughts. I stretched lazily in bed, feeling the weight of the upcoming challenges ahead. I had no exam that day, til the morrow I was going to the library with Shirley to read.As I sat up and rubbed the sleep from my eyes, memories from the previous weeks flooded my mind. The incident in the chemistry lab still lingered, the sting of Brielle's insincere apology and the scar in my hand serving as constant reminders. But today, I vowed to focus on my exams and push aside any distractions. I must graduate in a few months.I swung my legs out of bed and padded over to my desk. The stack of textbooks and notes seemed to mock me, reminding me that every hard word would begin to reflect today.As I flipped open my biology textbook, my phone buzzed with a message from
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Ryan's POV.Mom came again as usual to cause trouble, but I couldn't let her in, Hailey was still healing from the turmoil that her last visit caused and I couldn't help but stop her from entering, I was sick of always letting her in only to cause Harley more pain."Ryan, what are you doing?" She asked me unbelievably."I'm stopping you from entering, Mom. You will only go in there are cause more pain to people who don't deserve it. You have been doing that for days now and I have been foolishly letting you in over and all over again, but not today. You should leave immediately." I wanted to close the door but she stopped me."Are you chasing your mother away from her house Ryan? What had that woman turned you to? I didn't bring you up to be disrespectful to me, I don't know that my child would be cruel to me." She was using a guilt trick on me, and I knew it. I still spoke with her though."Mom. If you were Hailey's Mom, I'm sure you would have killed yourself by now, if you see the
