Am I Too Late?

Seeing You Again

Max P.O.V.

I step off the bus and notice the cloudy sky above. I walk a short distance and look up at the building in front of me. Two Whales Diner, the place Joyce always worked at and where we would spend so much time hanging out. I hope Joyce is still working here so I can ask her how to find you.

I walk to the door, opening it slowly, taking a deep breath. So many memories rush into my head from being back here again. I walk in and notice Joyce at the counter just like when we were younger. I looked across the room, noticing her in your arms. You are sitting in our booth with her. Tears fill my eyes but I refuse to let them slip out. I quietly walk to the opposite side of the diner and take a seat at a booth farthest away from you.

Chloe baby I never thought it would hurt so bad, seeing you out with someone else. I never expected to see you looking so happy and in love with anyone other than me. Baby please tell me I'm not too late. That the love we shared still has a chance. I know I made mistakes and should have found some way to stay here in Arcadia Bay when my parents had to move for work. I honestly don't think I can handle this heartbreak. I knew there was a chance you moved on but I had hoped you didn't. Why did the world have to be so cruel and keep us apart like it did?

Joyce walks over and pulls me into a hug telling me how much she's missed me. I smile sadly at her and tell her I've missed her too. She asks if you know I'm back in town and I shake my head. She pats my shoulder and tells me that you'd be happy to see me again. I'm not too sure about that as I glance again at you laughing at something she said and sneak a kiss to her. I just tell her I'll catch up with you soon that you seem busy right now. I can't stop the tears any longer, they slip down my cheeks. Joyce wipes some away with her fingers pulling me into a hug. "Sweetie I'm sorry you have to see her with someone else, you know she still loves you too though."

I glance towards you and her. If you look over and see me baby and my eyes are red from crying, please look away. The pain I feel inside seeps out with these tears I can't seem to hide. I don't want you to see me this way. You're happy now with her by your side. Who am I to show you that, without you, I'm not okay. It should have been me over there, in your arms. I can't handle seeing you with her any longer. I stand up, telling Joyce thanks for the coffee and I'll talk to her later. I lay money down to cover my bill and start to walk out. Walking away I catch your eye. You seem shocked, like you've just seen a ghost. I smile a sad smile towards you. Realizing now it's over for us. You're happy in love, with someone else who loves you too.

Istep out the door as the rain starts to pour from the sky. My tears stay hiddenamong the drops of rain that fall. I walk away with one last glance towardsyou, longing for another chance. A chance I know won't be happening.