Chapter 30- Ending

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Chapter 30- Ending

"Alana Grey," Mr.Martin calls and I rise out of my seat, nervously and walk up to the stage. He hands me my diploma; something I have worked so hard for.

I look to the crowd and smile at my mom, my dad, Parker; my brother who is now one year old and even my grandparents flew out to see this moment. "Would you like to say a small speech?"

I nod and walk up to the microphone. "My high school years weren't easy. No one's high school years really are. But I'm just glad I had my family-" I look to my parents. "And friends," I look to Kyrie and Niall who are side by side; their hands intertwined. "Even teachers." I look to Mrs.Hills. "To
support me through it all. So thank you."

After graduation, my parents drive me to the Barnes & Nobles that is in the town next to Ripley. As soon as I walk in, I am astonished by the number of people who have came to meet me, the author of The Real Life of Lana Grey.

I take my seat at the table and sign everyone's books.

Just when I think I have wrapped up the last book signing, a book lands in front of me and I switch my gaze upwards.

"If you can just sign it," Gemma smiles. Gemma. I haven't seen her in a whole year since Harry has left.

"Hi. Um- How are you?"

"Great, actually. How have you been?"

"Great." I nod and sign the book quickly. "Here you go."

"Thanks," she smiles. "Still set on New York City?"

"Yep. I leave first thing tomorrow."

"Wow. I know Harry would have been so proud of you."

An awkward silence... "I'm sure he would've."

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