the heart wants what it wants

Graduation

Graduation. I can't believe it. My graduation day has finally come. I'm excited and sad at the same time. I'm happy that I can finally get out of this dump and go to my dream college. 

My motorcycle is still in the garage waiting for me to use it. I usually ride it everyday but it's been two days since I have used it. 

Dad: "Kate! Are you ready to go?"

Me: "Yeah."

I grabbed my bag that had my cap and gown in it and walked downstairs. 

Mark: "Come on let's go. "

Me: "Gosh, bossy much."

Mark: "Yes. Now let's go."

We all pilled into the minivan at once and buckled up our seat belts. It was a 15 minute drive to the school where I would receive my diploma. 

I saw my friends all crowded by the fountain. They were wearing their caps and gowns. 

Janet: "She's here!"

Me: "Don't fear, the party is here."

Max: "You look good."

Me: "I'm wearing the same thing as you."

Max: "Still, you look good in everything."

Annika signing: "I can't believe we are all graduating today."

Me: "We've come a long way."

Mrs. K came up to us and told us it was time to take our places. We all filled the chairs that were set up for us. 

Principal Marie: "Welcome parents, teacher, and students. Today we will witness the class of 2015 graduate. Let us begin."

She called all of our names one at a time. Finally it was my turn. I had butterflies in my stomach. I kept thinking I was going to trip and fall on the stairs on my way up the stage, but I didn't. I made it up and received my diploma. It was the most frightening moment in my life. I was so happy.

After all the diplomas were handed out Principal Marie spoke again. 

Principal Marie: "Congratulations all of you. It pains me to see all of you go after such a wonderful year. Please move your tassels to the left side of your cap."

We all moved them at once. Like we were drones under principal Marie's control.

Principal Marie: "I know present the graduating class of 2015."

We all threw our caps up in the air and then caught them when they came down. Max turned to me. Pale as a ghost, like he was scare of something. He grabbed my face then kissed me. His lips were soft like always. I loved him. He released me.

Max: "Kate, your are the sweetest, most beautiful, and smart girl I have ever met. I'm glad I met you. I fell in love with you at first sight. But I don't want to be your boyfriend anymore."

My heart broke into multiple pieces. I felt like I was caring 1,000 tons on my chest. I was about to cry, but I knew I couldn't. I can't let anyone see me cry. That's something that I live by. Don't let people see that you're weak. 

Max: "I'm sorry, I just can't do it anymore. I just don't want to be your boyfriend. I want to be your husband. Kate, I love you. I want to spend the rest of my life with you. Will you marry me?"

Max reached inside his gown, got on one knee, and opened up a black box to reveal a diamond ring. My spirits suddenly were lifted and I felt like the happiest girl in the world. 

Me: "Y-yes. Yes, yes, yes. I love you."

Max placed the ring on my finger then got off his knees. He twirled me around in the air. He brought me back down then kissed me. 

Me: "Kate?"

Me: "Yes?"

Max: "You're beautiful."

Me: "You are my heart."

I suddenly burst out in tears. I tried to conceal them but everyone had already stopped to stare at us when Max had bent down on one knee. The witnessed the happiest thing in my life. 

My engagement.