The Hood Girl

Graduation: Part 2

Lakira's Pov-
I waited on my name to be called. I had already clapped for Joey. I was so proud of him. He made it all the way through. I remember staying up with him sobbing because of the stress. All the arguments over math formulas and weather Albert Einstein was really the smartest man alive or not. I was so proud of him and he was about to experience my same feeling.

Principle: Lakira Rae Sky

I walked on stage, did a back flip, and grabbed the diploma while shaking his hand. He moved my tassel from right to left and gave me a hug. I kept my smile big. I could hear Joey screaming from his seat along with my mom.

After we took a picture, I walked off stage and went back to my seat.

Everyone else was called and back to their seats.

Principle: Ladies and Gentlemen. Your class of 2020

We all grabbed our caps and tossed them up. I caught mine and went to find Joey. Kara and Aaron also met up with us.

Kara: Guys we just graduated
Lakira: I know... it feels weird
Aaron: I like this a lot
Joey: Me too. I mean we happened to maintain our relationships and we're having this moment together
Kara: Actually Aaron and me broke up
Lakira: why?
Aaron: She's going to college far away and also we're better as friends
Joey: Okay well then we're sharing this moment as the unbreakable friend group
Lakira: That works

We hugged really tight. I'm gonna miss Kara. A lot

Mom: Well the dinner is waiting on us. Let's go!

We all drove to my house.

As soon as I stepped out, Joey complemented me.

Joey: How have I not told you how beautiful you look.

He held my hand and twirled me around.

Joey: Damn!
Lakira: All yours baby
Joey: All mine

I kissed him before heading inside.

Jen: Right in time. Let's eat!

We had a nice dinner. I stood up for a toast.

Lakira: Guys I just wanna say I'm so glad I met you guys. I wouldn't have made it without you. Aaron thank you for being the best guy friend I could've ever asked for. Kara thank you for being the best girl I could've asked for and babygirl you are definitely going places. Sophia you aren't my boyfriend's annoying little sister so thank you for that

Everyone laughed

Lakira: I love you girl

She mouthed back, I love you too" before I continued.

Lakira: Momma I'm so glad we have a stronger relationship. I love you so much. And Jen you have raised beautiful and amazing kids and just know that you and them mean the world to me.

I paused when I looked at Joey. I smiled tearing up a little.

Lakira: Joey. My sweet sweet Joey. I can't even begin to think about life without you. I've never had anyone this amazing in my life. You have really helped me grow. Nothing would make me happier than to hear your voice all the time. Thank you so much for being there.

I kissed his head and we all took a drink.

Joey: You're the best babygirl.

After dinner Jen and my mom started cleaning. Everyone went out for ice cream except for me and Joey. I pulled him upstairs outside my bedroom door.

Joey: Baby what's up?
Lakira: You know you've made such an impact on my life. You make me feel like I'm the only girl in the world and for that I wanna tell you something.

I signaled him to go in my room. He opened the door and smiled.....