158: Personal Transformation

Alan’s POV

A week after prom night…

This summer was the worst!

Mom went on vacation with her husband, Amy went with Chris, and I was left home alone. My friends were all busy with their own family holidays. I never thought I would say this, but I missed my mother. At least, she would nag me when I lazed around all day in my room during the summer.

I had told my mother many times that remarrying was a bad idea. I was forced to move and lost my fun neighbor friends. Several times, I begged my mom to divorce Mr. Schmidt and come back to our old home.

Of course, my mother rejected it. She had won all the lotteries she wanted, while I was left isolated and alone.

I stared at the photo from my graduation ceremony with Fenella just before prom night. That morning, Fenella still had a bright smile, like a sweet angel. In this photo, I stood next to her, and I had to admit we looked good together!

I ran my fingers through my hair in frustration. I took a deep breath, staring at the photo for a