Beyond the Shadows ( Congregation Series #1 )

Chapter 12

“ Gaga kayo nakagraduate na tayo Senior Highschool! ” Sigaw sakin ni Tequila habang winawagayway ang braso ko.

Tequila, Cassie and Princess will be with us today. In the almost two years we have been together, we have gotten to know each other more and they have become a part of me. I’m happy now that we’ve graduated, but I'm sad because I can't be with them.

As I reflect on my time in Senior High School, I realize how much I’ve grown and changed. It’s been a wild ride, full of ups and downs, but I’ve made it through with the help of my friends. They’ve been my constant companions, my rock, my source of strength.

But even though my life may seem stable now, there’s still a sense of unease, a lingering fear that I just can't shake. It's a fear that stems from my past, from the pain that David inflicted upon me. No matter how hard I try to move on, I just can’t seem to leave that pain behind.

It’s as if my memories of David are etched into my mind, refusing to let me forget the hurt he caused me. Even in my dreams, I find myself reliving those traumatic moments, unable to escape the pain of my past.

I’ve told myself that I need to move on, to accept everything that has happened to me. But there’s something about this situation that I just can't accept. It's as if I’m stuck in this rut, unable to make progress, unable to leave my past behind.

It’s a strange feeling, knowing that I've grown and changed so much, but still being held back by the pain of my past. But I guess that’s just the way it is. Life is full of ups and downs, and sometimes it takes a little longer to heal and move on.

“ Uy ate okay kalang? Kanina ka pa nakatulala dyan ahh... ” Bigla akong nawala sa ulirat at diko namalayan na kanina pa ako nakatulala at nagiisip.

“ Ahh ano... Uhh.. Ahh... ” Nauutal kong saad habang sila ay nakakunot lang ang mga noo sakin.

“ Jusko ka! Ano siguro iniisip mo? ”

“ Bading siguro! ” tumili pa silang tatlo ay naghawak hawak pa ng kamay, mga boang talaga!

Pagkatapos non ay umalis nako dahil sinabi ko sa kanila na makikipagkita ako kila Andrei bago siya umalis.

“ Hi guys! Congratulations to us! My god college na tayo next pasukan. Nandon na ang Hell Year. ” I said.

“ Yeah but hindi na tayo magkakasama kasi magkakaiba na ang course natin pero magkikita pa rin tayo! Kayo si Andrei aalis na. ” Bigla namang napasimangot si Serenity.

“ Tawagan niyo lang ako kapag may problema. ” Andrei said.

“ Tatawagan tapos madaling araw na dito non! Edi ikaw mag adjust pare! ” reklamo ni Andrew kala mo naman talaga marunong magreply. Yung reply namin last year dipa niya nirereplayan kahit seen manlang.

“ Can’t wait to pursue my dreams! ” Lucas said.

They’re very lucky.

Andrei moved to US for pursuing his dream course. He knows will be worth it in the end. As he navigates this new environment, he’s determined to make the most of his time and soak up as much knowledge as he can.

Meanwhile, Serenity and Andrew are still going strong, their love for each other growing stronger with each passing day. They’re both excited to learn that they’ve been accepted into their dream courses, and they can’t wait to dive in and start their academic journeys.

Lucas, on the other hand, has a clear path ahead of him. He knows exactly which course he wants to take, and he’s confident in his decision. He’s eager to start this new chapter of his life and make the most of every opportunity that comes his way.