"Jake, what're you doing here? It's like 10pm."

I exasperated to the dark haired 8yr old who sat out by my pool. I swear this kid is a ninja. He could break into the national bank if he wanted to.

"I want you to get back with Jade! You're supposed to be together!"

I send a quick text to his older sister, Jade, before sitting next to Jake by the pool. I sigh.

"It just doesn't work that way, Jake."

"Why not?"

"There's a lot more to it. These things can only be fixed over time. Just give it time. Okay?"

He reluctantly nods.

"Jake!"

We both look over to see Jade.

"Car. Now!"

He stood up and headed to the car with his head down as Jade and I met in the middle.

"Sorry about him."

"It's fine. You know I love him."

I offer a smile.

She returns it.

"Yeah, well...I'll see you around."

"Jade."

She walks past me, but I hook a finger around one of hers and we pause. We don't turn around. We just stand there, but only for a moment... Then she's gone.

I miss you...