The breaking of dawn was so peaceful. The autumn bliss blew the leaves from the trees away, and the golden glint from the sun put the dimness away. Even though it was Saturday morning, Serenity got up at 7 o'clock AM for an early shower. With a big sigh, Serenity stretched her arms and yawned. She quietly removed her clothes from herself. She didn't notice her window was open and she hurriedly raced for it, and shut it tight. Across her house was Kyren. He was staring blankly at Serenity's bedroom window. Serenity blushed and burned up with embarrassment. She opened the window and yelled to Kyren.
SERENITY: What are you looking at?
KYREN: Nothing, really. Sorry…
Kyren shut his window and disappeared. Serenity did the same, and jumped in the shower. Kyren was a polite boy, or man. He grew up with Serenity since they were both toddlers. When Serenity found out Kyren was dating her friend Tracy, their friendship fell apart. That was about four years ago. But everything between Serenity and Kyren are fine now. The two were just best friends. They were always hanging out around school. Only it wasn't like that last summer. It was more like they went their own ways. But the new school year was coming up, and the two will be reunited. There were only two more days before Serenity and Kyren enter high school as seniors, and Serenity wanted to at least spend some time with Kyren before their big day.
After Serenity's shower, she called up Kyren.
KYREN: It's Ky. What up home skillet?
SERENITY: Haha, is that your new saying?
KYREN: Oh, Serenity... Hehe, I don't know. My bro got me sayin' it.
SERENITY: I see. So what's up with you?
KYREN: Oh, uh, about this morning –
SERENITY: Nah, it's cool. I missed you though.
KYREN: Really? I did too. We should hang out.
SERENITY: That's exactly why I called.
KYREN: Where to?
SERENITY: I don't know. You pick.
KYREN: The mall?
SERENITY: Yeah! We'll kick it there. I am going to get ready.
KYREN: Alright. Same.
They hung up, and Kyren was left with a smile on his face.
Serenity dresses up with a Forever 21 outfit: red and white striped tank over a red shirt, and navy denim skinny jeans
She hurries downstairs and tells her mom she's going out.
CHARLOTTE/MOM: No, Serenity.
SERENITY: But Ma!
CHARLOTTE: Serenity, I don't want you out with random boys again. You'll never know what they want.
SERENITY: It's different!
CHARLOTTE: Honey, you've been saying this every single –
SERENITY: I'm going out with Ky.
CHARLOTTE: Oh, well, this really is different. I haven't heard his name since your last school year.
SERENITY: Can I go?
CHARLOTTE: Fine. Be home before dinner, and tell Ky the whole fam misses him.
SERENITY: Thank you so much!
She gave her mom a kiss on the cheek. She raced to the closet for her Coach purse, and headed out the door. Kyren was already up front wearing a Marc Ecko shirt and hoodie, and some baggy pants from somewhere. Kyren's arms open and Serenity fell in for a hug.
KYREN: How's my bestie doing?
SERENITY: I'm very happy now that I'm here in your arms.
KYREN: Aww, you're so sweet.
Serenity practically melted in that long hug. Kyren noticed her mom looking at them from the front door. The hug finally stopped and Kyren walked to Serenity's mom, Charlotte.
CHARLOTTE: Ah, Kyrrrrrrren! Long time no talk! Kamusta a na?
KYREN: I'm fine. I'm just going to take Serenity out before school starts. Is that fine wit you?
CHARLOTTE: Yes, it's okay. Just be back before dinner. I invited your familia over.
KYREN: Oh, that's cool. Kay thanks Char.
CHARLOTTE: No problem. Drive safe… Please.
Kyren waved bye, and so did Serenity. Kyren opened the door for Serenity.
SERENITY: Thank you.
Kyren smiled. As Kyren put on his seat belt, Serenity started laughing out of nowhere.
KYREN: What is it?
SERENITY: Nothing! I just missed being in this car.
KYREN: Memories?
SERENITY: Remember that?
Serenity pointed to a red stain on the dashboard. Kyren started giggling.
KYREN: I never cleaned that up, but I hate ketchup now.
SERENITY: You need a new hot rod man.
KYREN: When I turn eighteen, then maybe.
SERENITY: Can I be the first one to cruise with you?
KYREN: You're always going to be first.
Kyren put his arm around Serenity's shoulder as he starts driving to the mall.
KYREN: Hey, can I ask you a question?
SERENITY: Sure.
KYREN: How would you feel if I moved to Reno?
The whole ride was silent after Ky's question. Serenity didn't really know how to answer. When they got to the mall, Kyren opened the door for Serenity. He took her arm and pulled her in for a hug. He started to sway her.
KYREN: So...
SERENITY: When!?
KYREN: In a month probably.
Kyren hugged her tighter. Serenity was now on the verge of tears.
SERENITY: But you're starting senior year, and we have months to catch up on, and most of all I'll...
KYREN: (whispers to Serenity's ear) I'll miss you too.
Kyren walked with Serenity into the mall and walked around. Usually, Serenity would already have several shopping bags from Hollister, or Forever 21, but right now, she didn't. She had a blank face, and her eyes were just ready to make rain. Serenity sat on one of the resting benches to think. Kyren sat down as well and wrapped his arms around her.
KYREN: I don't want to leave either, but my mom said we need to move because of family matters. You know how it is.
SERENITY: It's all too soon...
KYREN: I'll tell my mom I'm not going.
SERENITY: What's your plan if you have to?
KYREN: I'll beg on my knees. I'll do anything.
SERENITY: I thought your dream was to move in the big city.
KYREN: (wipes tears from Serenity's cheeks) I'd give everything up for you.
SERENITY: Really?
KYREN: That's how much you mean to me.
SERENITY: (smiling) You're staying with me!
KYREN: (mumbling) I love you.
SERENITY: Huh?
KYREN: Nothing. I said I'm happy.
SERENITY: Let's bounce. This place is ghetto.
KYREN: Aight.
Serenity reaches in her butt pocket for her Sidekick LX. It was 5:37 pm.
SERENITY: Ugh, shoot. Let's get back to my place.
KYREN: You didn't buy anything.
SERENITY: I guess I wasn't in the mood?
KYREN: Okay, I'm hungry anyway.