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J.L.: Last chapter.

Gradutation: Jill

This was it. This was the end. I held my diploma tightly and hugged each and everyone of my friends except Joseph and Forest, who other than shoes and tighty whiteys, wore nothing else under their gowns. They had attempted to streak until Principal Brian Irons informed the class ahead of time that any behavior not acceptable would resolve in the revocation of our diplomas and not being allowed to walk. I found Rebecca and we both cried as we hugged each other.

"I'm gonna miss you Jilly!" She cried into my shoulder.

"I'm gonna miss you too Becca! Stay in touch, you have to!" I cried. It was probably a bit over dramatic but I was a bit emotional.

"I'm gonna miss you two!" Joseph cried and hugged us, his hands going straight for our butts. Rebecca and I pulled back and slapped him.

"So...when's the next time we'll all be together like this?" Forest asked as he walked up. I wiped my tears back and shrugged.

"I think we should definitely get together and visit Richard's grave every year." Rebecca spoke and we agreed. My father, Claire and Chris walked up.

"So, party at Jill's?" Chris asked.

"Party at Jill's everyone!" Joseph yelled out. Dick laughed out.

"I'll get on the road now then. I'm betting on about two hundred dollars worth of food?" My dad asked.

"Yeah, two hundred. You know how jockstrap here eats." I said. Dick nodded and walked off.

"Whatever you say miss taco two bites." Chris teased. I smiled at him, and felt like crying suddenly. It's almost time to say goodbye to him.

"Alright, so who's driving?" Forest asked.

"Oh no, not Jill. Last time, I almost threw up in her car." Claire pleaded.

"Too late!' I called back just as I took off running for my car.

Valentine House hours later: Claire

The party was cranked up fully. Jill and Chris were dancing to some techno remix of 'Waiting for Tonight'. Forest and jseph were shooting the crap out of each other on some army game. Rebecca Billy and Leon were on the couch talking, while several kids from the school and practically the entire senior class were busy dancing, eating and chatting. I sat down next to Leon and watched Jill and Chris. She was holding on to him closely, laughing and generally having a great time.

"So, how are you and Billy going to keep up the relationship if he's in the marines and you're going to a college halfway across the nation?" I heard Leon ask. Chris will be leaving soon. Jill will leave the end of summer. Rebecca's gone mid summer, Forest and Joseph will be busy with jobs...the group's splitting apart.

"Actually, we're gonna stay in contact through email, but other than that...We've agreed to see other people." Rebecca responded. Luis and Mikhail were having a contest to chow down the most hot dogs. Dick was in the backyard cooking as fast as he could with help from Mr. Burton. The music cross-faded to something DJ Tiesto, and I saw Carlos held Jill's mp3 player. The music was loud, the place was moving, and I smiled, grabbing Leon's arm.

"Come on, let's dance too!" I suggested. He smiled his mischievous smile. I looked around and spotted several other kids we'd gotten to know over the years, Elza and Fongling being the likely candidates to take Jill and Rebecca's place. Luis and Mikhail would take Forest and Joseph's place easily. I began laughing, my mind eased up on the upcoming year and the prospects of a great time. Elza waved at me from over by stereo, taking a break from talking to Carlos. I waved back.

"You look happy." Leon whispered into my ear.

"Next year is going to be so awesome Leon." I admitted.

William H. C. Lake Mid June: Chris

Jill finished her sandwich and coke, then tackle me to the blanket.

"You'd better come back to me Christopher." She teased, pinning me. I stuck out my tongue.

"I will. Wouldn't want to leave my best friend all alone for the rest of her life now would I?" I played back. She laughed and kissed me.

"Better not or I'll kick your ass." She laughed out.

"Okay Jillian, amazon wonder." I retort, bucking her up and catching her into a hug. She breathed out, and smiled widely. Her necklace had slipped out of her shirt and rested on her chest, moving slightly as she breathed. a lone ring slid along the chain slightly with each breath, a reminder of a promise that I had made to her and intended to keep.

The next week: Jill

We were quiet the entire drive to the Air force recruiter's office. I pulled into a parking space and sat, shutting off the engine. The bus meant for Chris and the others that were leaving today sat ominously on the other side of the parking lot. I had offered to take Claire with us, but she refused to come out of her bedroom, moody and depressed. I would be too If I were her...her brother's leaving for the next four years or so, after having spent her entire life living with him.

"So." Chris started. I kept my eyes ahead, not daring to look at him, not daring to let him see me cry.

"So." I responded. He sighed, and out of the corner of my eye I saw him run his hand through his hair. He grabbed me and pulled me into a hug, to which I cried, and hard.

"It'll be okay." He tried.

"Why Chris, why? Why can't you just come to college with me, get an education and get a good job?!" I sobbed.

"This is what I've always wanted to do Jill..." He whispered, kissing my head and not letting go of me.

"Please...just please come back to me. I need you. You're my best friend, my boyfriend..." I cried, softly.

"I will. I need you too, and I need you to be strong for me. It won't be a long wait...I'll be back for Christmas." He cooed. I nuzzled my head into the crook of his neck, catching his scent and forcing myself to remember it. After a while Chris's hands loosened. It was time for him to go. I pulled away and wiped the tears away. I noticed his eyes were watery. I smiled at him and grabbed his hand.

"Come back to me, and I'll answer with a yes." I spoke. His smile came up. We closed in for one last kiss.

"I love you." We both whispered as we parted and he opened the car door. He grabbed his bag, and turned away, walking towards the bus. I placed my hand on the steering wheel, working up the nerve to leave. I bowed my head though. I can't do this...I bit my lip and sat back, covering my head with my hands.

On the Bus: Chris

I walked down the aisle way, noticing some of the guys talking, a few looking out the windows and one or two on the edge of tears. I smiled though, and found my seat. It was the last empty one. I rested my head back on the seat and sighed. Here goes nothing...I'm going to be a big air force pilot, and I'm going to realize my dream. I smiled at the thought and then smiled wider. She said she'd answer yes! Jill's going to be my wife! I smiled wider and breathed out. Everything's been so great this year.

"Get settled in, the trip will be five hours." The bus driver called back as he started the engine. I closed my eyes and prepared to take a nap, but opened them. I doubt she's left yet. I looked outside and saw her leaned up against her car, looking at the bus with utter hatred, but her sight shifted to that of sorrow when saw saw me looking at her. I pressed my hand to the window and blew her a kiss. She smiled, shook her head and lifting her hand to catch the kiss. She then waved at me. I waved back at her, and the bus started pulling away.

"I'll come back." I whispered and after the parking lot was well out of sight I leaned back and closed my eyes, imagining my future with Jill by my side. Wait for me.

End High School Years.

J.L.: Alright, the transition period will be next chapter, and it will take about a few weeks or so before I'll get the first chapter of the college years up. Go ahead and ask any questions, I'll answer them all. I've had a blast writing this up so far, and its great that this is my most popular story. You guys have been great to me, and I plan on keeping you all happy.

As for the title, let me explain what Re:high:er means. Most would read it as rehire or whatever. Well, breaking it down, Re stands for Regret, High is short for high school and er stands for error.

Regret High School Error.

It doesn't make much sense right now, but with the college years, things won't go as planned. Just like life, things will change.

Anyways, please do keep and eye on this fanfic should you like it, by leaving a review, adding this to your story alert or even favorite this. Like I said, it'll take a few weeks for me to build up the chapters for the college years. Feel free to check out my other stories if you haven't already (Other RE stories that is, I don't particularly recommend my earlier works) to hold you off until then. Again, thank you and I'll be answering your questions next chapter.