Chapter 10 Chapter 10 Brooklyn , must be nice running off to another coast all summer without a word . Classes start soon or did you forget about our travel plans ? After a month of silence , his usual confidence wavered slightly . I still had nothing to say . Then his moms voice took over . Sweetie ! Hows the East Coast treating you ? Aiden just told me about your fight . Dont be too hard on him well sort this out when youre back . And guess what ? His college letter came today ! Yours must be on its way . When are you coming home to celebrate ? I have something special planned … Shed always been like a second mother . I couldnt bring myself to cut her off , so I listened . Actually , were keeping it low key . My parents are swamped with work well probably just do a virtual celebration . I might not be back until move in … Aiden snatched the phone back . His breathing was heavy ; I could feel his anger even through the static . Im trying here , Brooklyn . How long are you going to keep sulking ? If you want to play it this way , fine . I wont wait around for you to join me in New York . When silence was his only answer , he added coldly : Just dont come crying when you regret this . I ended the call and blocked this number too . Later , Mom called my acceptance letter had arrived . My parents were stunned to see the West Coast school name where theyd expected an East Coast one . Honey , when did you decide this ? Without talking to us ? Does Aiden know ? His mom was just asking about your letter … Dads worried face appeared on screen . Sweetie , thats the other side of the country . Are you sure about this ? Remember how much you hate the heat ? And youve never lived that far from home . I tried explaining about the schools reputation , about having my best friend there . They werent buying it . 12.0 % Chapter 10 Is this because of a fight with Aiden ? You cant choose a college over an argument . What happens when you two make up ? You cant just transfer across the country . You couldnt even last two weeks at camp without calling him … I had to stop this . Aiden has someone else now . I need distance . Mom , Dad , I need to build my own life , not revolve around his . Please support this . And please dont tell anyone yet . They exchanged that parent look , fell silent , then finally agreed . They just wanted me home soon . College was approaching , and they wanted their last few weeks with me before I left for good . Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!