Chapter 4: Don't waste this chance

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Tanner POV's:
Its Rowan's birthday today and I haven't spoke with her since the night I tried kissing her. I'm so dumb. Yea, I'm starting to have feelings for her a bit, but to me, she belongs with Peyton. Fans would probably freak if they knew I said this, but I ship reyton.

I got her something that I hope she really likes and excepts. Tonight will be the last time that I'll see her before I leave, but I'm hoping I'l be able to come back and hang out with my friend. Its already 4 in the afternoon, so I think it'll be fine if I head over to her apartment. I knock on the door and someone who looks like her mom opens the door. "Tanner right?" she asked. I nod. "Rowan, Tanner's here."

Rowan comes to the door already dressed in a floral shirt, high waisted pants, and black sandals. "Took you long enough to come over." I laughed, "You ready to go?" "Yep."

When we get down to front of her apartment complex I stop."Hey, before we do anything today, I just want to apologize for the other night. I'll be honest, I have a little crush on you, but I would never date you. I really want you and Peyton to work things out when you go home, and I'd rather just be friends with you. I just didn't want things to be awkward," I explained. "Its okay, I completely understand. One, I'm flattered. And two, I'll make sure that everyone knows the #1 reyton shipper is none other than Tanner Buchanan," she gave me a nudge and we both laughed.

"So what's the plan for today?" she asked. "Well, we can go to the mall, then eat something from the cafe, and lastly is your present." "Tanner, you didn't have to get me anything." "Just be thankful, don't worry about it."

We drove to the mall and looked around for 3 hours. Man, she can really shop. The first hour was just spent at Forever 21 alone. The next two hours, Rowan only looked through the other stores, not even buying anything else. The mall wasn't busy so it was easy to get around. There were a couple of fans who noticed us and wanted pictures with us. Fans are the best, they make you feel special, ya know?

When we finally left the mall I don't think I could feel my legs. But Rowan was fully energized. "How is it that you can spend that much time in a mall and not be tired of walking?" She chuckled, "You don't know how much I shop." I laughed and drove to the cafe. We got two coffees, 1 banana bread and 1 pumpkin bread. Yummm..

The seat we've been sitting at wasn't taken so we sat down with our drinks and food. I couldn't wait any longer to give Rowan her birthday present. I pulled out the wrapped rectangular box and placed it in front of her. "Present time," I said as I smiled.

"She gave me a curious, yet anxious look at she started to unwrap the gift. She gasped as soon as she saw what it was. "Tanner, you did not get me a phone." "Oh, but I did Blanchard." Her eyes were still locked on the iphone 6 and her mouth was wide open.

"I-I can't except this." I chuckled before saying, "Yes you can. Its your birthday Rowan. You haven't had a phone in a year. You practically NEED it. Plus, I wanted to give you the chance to get ahold of Peyton and work things out. I already put his number in there, so all you have to do is call him." She had the widest smile on her face. Rowan ran over to me and tightly hugged me. "Thank you, thank you, thank you!" She released and sat back down.

"Tanner, you don't know how much I appreciate this. Thank you, really," she said genuinely. "No problem. Anything for reyton." We both laughed and talked about what she should say when she calls him. I walk her back up to her apartment before she gives me a hug.

"A birthday I won't forget. I'm glad that we became better friends Tanner. Thanks for everything," she told me. "Don't mention it. Well, I have to go, but I'll hope to see you soon. Just remember Rowan, don't waste this chance." I wave goodbye and head back to my car.

Hopefully everything works out for Peyton and Rowan.

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