What's Done in the Dark, Comes Forth to the Light

Intuition

Graduation day is here, I was in the school bathroom looking at myself in the mirror, and I could only say that I made it. I couldn't believe that the day was finally here, but there's one issue. It's been several weeks since Tylor and I had sex for the first time. The issue is that I am two weeks late on my period. Sometimes, my period can come late by a few days or even a week, but it's never been this late. It's a genuine pregnancy scare, and I don't even want to take a test anytime soon, although I should. I've been feeling a little queasy this morning also. However, today is when I walk across the stage, and I cannot wait to do so. I left the bathroom to head out to the front lobby. Many seniors were lined up against the walls as the boys wore a gold gown, and the girls wore a white gown with gold accents. I stood right beside Savannah, and down the line, I could see Kris. Kris and I haven't spoken in such a long time, I meant to call her, but I keep getting caught up with my boyfriend. Nobody knows that there's a possibility that I am pregnant; my mother doesn't know, my father doesn't know, my siblings don't know, Van doesn't know, and not even my possible baby daddy knows. 

"Hey, Van, I need to talk to you later," I said. 

"Is it bad?" she asked. 

"Uh, not really, but it is pretty serious. Would you be available to FaceTime tonight?" I asked her. 

"Yeah, we should be good. Just text me when you want to call," said Savannah. 

"Okay, for sure," I said. 

"Are you sure you are alright?" asked Savannah. 

"Yes, I am certain," I assured her. 

"Okay, good," she said. 

It was time for the seniors to make their way out of the schoolhouse and onto the field where the stage was set up. I could see my parents from a distance looking down at me and smiling at me. My brothers were there, also. Filled with emotion, I could also see Erin ahead of me walking onto the field. She looked back behind her and saw me; she grinned. I didn't necessarily know how to take that, so I just waved at her. Once we got into the field, we had seats that were already set up in place. I took a seat right by this boy named Freddy, who arguably was the class clown. 

"Are you ready for this?" Freddy asked as he leaned over to me. 

"Yes, I am. Nervous though," I said. 

"I bet you are, like really, I bet you are and will stay nervous," said Freddy. 

"What does that mean?" I asked. 

"Don't worry about it," Freddy said. 

I was confused by what he said to me, but I didn't overthink it. Names began to be called, my stomach turning, and I got even more nervous. I looked out onto the bleachers where my family and many others sat, but it seems like Tylor has left. It hurt me a little bit, but I didn't overthink it because today is my day. 

"Ashera S. LaVille," I heard my name. A few acquaintances of mine began to yell, clap, and chant my name, and Families clapped for me, too. I walked onto the stage; I looked over to see everybody. The moment felt so surreal that it was hard for me to even grasp it. I happily took my diploma before I heard someone rushing up behind me, and I decided to turn around. It was Tylor who was behind me on stage, and he smiled at me. People among the crowds were confused about what was going on; the group went silent completely. 

"Ashera, I know we are young. I know we have only been together for a few months, but we are adults. I'm ready to do this," said Tylor. 

"I am confused; what do you mean? You are embarrassing me, Ty," I said. 

Then, Tylor reached into his pocket, took out a black box, and got on one knee in front of me. The crowd went crazy; I could see my parents in a complete shock out into the audience. 

"Baby, will you marry me," asked Tylor. 

"Yes!" I yelled. 

My eyes filled with tears; he got up to kiss me on stage in front of everyone. I didn't expect a massive reaction from a crowd, but the love felt so dear. I had a feeling that Tylor may have been planning since he was hinting at that last night. 

"I love you so much," I told him. 

"I love you, too," he said to me. 

We both strolled off the stage with my new ring and a high school diploma. I knew I should've relied on my intuition.