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The Beach Resort

5 Weeks Later.

"Some things just couldn't be protected from storms. Some things simply needed to be broken off...Once old thing were broken off, amazingly beautiful thing could grow in their place."
― Denise Hildreth Jones

It had been five weeks since Riley had got back from Texas.

A lot had changed in those five weeks.

For example, her parents were back together. That day, when Riley and Maya had walked in on them, Cory had explained how Merissa had cheated on him, and at that point, he didn't need to figure out his feelings at all. He never stopped loving Topanga, just like Topanga never stopped loving him. So when Auggie, Katie and Topanga returned from California, Topanga and Cory reconciled.

Riley had raised a brow at Maya who had just grinned back. She later told Riley that she was the one who hired that guy to seduce Merissa. Not that he needed to do much work, anyway.

Katie took a break from the countryside and stayed in New York for the rest of the summer with Maya. Shawn was the one who convinced her, because he was in town too.

Farkle and Maya would always keep an eye on Riley, making sure she was eating properly. Her life was whole again. She should have been happy. But as much as she loved seeing her parents together, and enjoying her summer with Zay and Maya, she still wasn't. Because she was supposed to forgive Lucas, and still hadn't. She was scared.

It was Lucas she was thinking about, the whole time in the car.

"What's the time?" Maya groaned. "I've been sitting in the same position for two hours now."

Katie rolled her eyes from the passenger seat. "We'll be there soon."

Farkle took his phone out of his pocket. "According to my GPS, we'll reach the hotel in exactly—"

"Five minutes." Smiled Shawn from the driver's seat."

Katie couldn't help squeal a little. "I'm so excited!"

"I know. I never thought I would experience my parents getting married." Riley smiled. She remembered the one-sided conversation well. We're having a second wedding. Apparently, the first one didn't count since they had got divorced after that.

That's why they were all going to the hotel. Topanga and Cory wanted a seaside wedding, and got a great deal at the Blue Pearl Resort by the beach.

They were heading there now in the other car, along with Auggie. Riley wanted to travel with them too, but the car was already cramped with other things.

There were four cars in total, the third one being Lucas and Zay's and the fourth one being Cory's family. At first, Cory had suggested taking a van instead, but that would cost more than taking their own individual cars.

They turned around the corner, and through the window, Riley saw the beach. It glistened as the sun shone upon it, and Riley couldn't wait to feel the warm sand on her feet and hear the waves.

Shawn's words proved true. Five minutes later, they parked the car in front of the hotel and got out. Maya stretched her arms. "Feels good to stand again." She muttered. The place smelled like sea salt in a good way. It was refreshing.

The lobby doors opened as they entered. It was so beautiful! Like red-carpet, chandelier, paintings-hung-everywhere beautiful. Shawn and Katie went to the reception. There was a vase of flowers there, pretty pink and cream to compliment the sophisticated tone.

The lady at the reception greeted him with a warm smile. "The family pack?" she asked when she saw the kids approach. "May I just say, what beautiful children!" Heat rushed to Katie's cheeks.

"We're not a—"

Shawn cut her off. "We're booked under Topanga and Cory." The lady nodded and checked her records on the computer.

"Ah, the couple who's getting married?" she smiled. "Rooms 203, 204, 205 and 206." She smiled, handing over the cards that were used to open the doors instead of keys. "Have a lovely stay."

Katie smiled warmly. "Thank you."

She nodded her welcome. They walked towards the elevator, the five of them. It was those fancy ones, with the orange lighting and the music playing in the background.

When the elevator dinged and they got out, Shawn asked them which two people were sharing the room. "Maya and I." said Katie, putting a hand on Maya's shoulder. Maya smirked, fake groaning. "But Mom, I'm old enough to have my own room."

"Hotel room." Farkle corrected.

"Right." Said Maya. "Me, Farkle and Riley each get our own rooms," she suggested. "And you and Shawn can share."

Katie looked uncomfortable. "I don't think that's a very good idea, Maya. I'd rather—"

Shawn winked at Maya and cleared his throat. "Let the kid have her own room, Katie."

Katie sighed. "Shawn I don't—"

Shawn raised an eyebrow. "Unless you have a problem with me sleeping in the same room as you."

Katie narrowed her eyes. "Well played." She put her hands on her waist. "Nope, no problem. Good luck living alone, Maya." She exasperated.

Once she got the key from Shawn and went to her room, Shawn took a ten dollar bill out of his pocket and handed it to Maya. "Thanks, Maya."

Maya grinned. "Anytime."

Ten minutes later, Auggie was jumping on Riley's bed. He had just arrived moments ago, and was really hyper. "No fair," he pouted. "Your room is bigger than mine."

"No it's not." Riley shook her head. "It just looks that way from an angle."

Cory peeked in. "Wow, Riley. Your room is bigger than ours."

Auggie gave her a look which said I-told-you-so. Riley didn't get what the fuss was about. It wasn't HUGE like everyone was saying it was. But it was really pretty. The white curtains had lace on the end, and golden lamps exposed the room into a halo of light. The bed was big and comfy, and the wardrobe looked as if it was made in the Victorian Era.

The Victorian Era.

James.

Her heart sunk, like it did whenever she thought about James and Isabelle. Should they really have been punished like that? Just for falling in love?

"Anyways, I wanted to tell you guys that everyone else just arrived. They're downstairs." Auggie's eyes lit up. "Uncle Josh too?"

Cory chuckled. "Yeah."

Auggie didn't need to be told twice. He ran all the way to the lift, screaming. Literally screaming. Riley followed and saw Maya come out of her room, annoyed. "What's gotten into your brother?"

Riley rolled her eyes. "Josh is here." He was already in the elevator. Wait. Was she not supposed to let him go down the elevator alone?

Maya's eyes lit up too. Riley groaned. "I bet you're even more excited than Auggie." Maya was grinning from ear to ear. With one swift move, she grabbed Riley's sleeve, tugging her towards the lift.

Once they reached ground level, Maya ran towards the lobby, where Josh and everybody else was. She could barely contain her excitement, and jumped on him, tackling him to the ground.

By now, everybody was watching. There were even a few aww's from elderly women.

"Someone's happy." Said Josh. He was smirking. Maya nodded her head, grinning.

Then she kissed him.

Riley looked away. Zay was taking a picture to show to Maya later, and Amy was gushing to her husband. Auggie was glaring at Maya, clearly not happy that she had taken Josh from him. Mr. Feeney was here, and so were Topanga's bridesmaids. Even Angela.

Lucas caught her eye. He was staring back at her with such an intense gaze that she was forced to look away.

I can't do this.

Yes, you can. Don't give up.

I can't now. Not with everybody watching.

Okay, then later.

Topanga and Cory came up. "Hey, guys." Said Topanga, hugging Angela first, then everybody one by one. She tried not to smile and cleared her throat and Josh and Maya, who were still making out.

They got up, Josh scratching his head and Maya biting her lip.

"I'm so happy you came." Said Maya.

"So am I. How could I miss my brother's wedding?" He smiled at Cory, who smiled back.

"I'm glad all you came." Announced Cory. "Now, I won't keep you for long. You guys should get some rest before lunch."

Cory went to the reception to get the cards. Some were sharing rooms and others were not. Excitement hung in the air, and for once, Riley was happy.

No you're not. At least, not truly. Said the voice in her mind. Make up with Lucas.

*Later that day*

"Excuse me," Riley said to a woman in a tight bun and a pencil skirt. The lady smiled, showing her pearly whites. "Do you know where the dining room is?"

"Head right in that direction." She said, using her hands to point. "Second door to your right."

She squeezed Auggie's hand. He was getting impatient. "Thank you."

"Welcome, my dear."

Riley roamed the giant hallway, trying to find the dining room, where her father had instructed her to come for lunch at 2 o'clock sharp. Well, right now, it was 2:10. She was late.

"I'm not a kid, anymore." Auggie whined. "Let go of my hand." Riley did, but asked him not to run away. You could never trust boys.

She saw a man dressed in black and white with an apron pass by into a large room. That must be it.

She walked in, looking for any signs of a familiar face. There were tons of long, rectangular tables in the hall, where numerous families were sitting and having lunch.

Children were running by and adults were laughing and chatting at the table. "I see Daddy!" exclaimed Auggie, running over to the large table at the end. Riley smiled as she walked over to the table. Unfortunately, everyone else was already there, so there one only two seats remaining.

Auggie took the one next to Josh. Dang it. Thought Riley. The only remaining seat was the one next to Lucas.

She smiled politely as Lucas and sat down. She wanted to hold his hand, or ruffle his hair, but she had enough self-control not to.

The waiter came over, and everybody started ordering. Riley really wasn't that hungry, but ordered a seafood platter anyway.

Everyone was laughing and talking, even Farkle- who was engrossed in a conversation with Eric.

The food arrived, and it was all Riley could do not to stare and pick at her food. She ate slowly, swallowing a little by little.

She heard Maya cough from the other side of the table. Josh was smirking. She raised an eyebrow when she glanced at Josh's hand on Maya's thigh under the table.

She picked up her fork just as Lucas put his spoon down. Her hand lightly brushed against his and Riley pulled hers back immediately, choosing to ignore the ignited sparks.

"You know I don't bite." He sighed. She didn't say anything.

"So when's the wedding?" asked Zay, who was sitting on her other side.

"Tomorrow evening."

"Cool."

After lunch, Topanga had asked her to stay back, wanting her help with the decoration and the dresses. She had asked Maya as well, but Maya had declined her offer, saying she'd rather be down at the beach with the guys.

Angela and another girl were there too. She was really pretty, with red hair and greenish grey eyes. "Hi," she smiled. "I'm Rachel."

Riley almost gasped. "So you're Rachel? I've heard so much about you!"

Rachel laughed. "I'm flattered. I was one of the bridesmaids at Cory and Topanga's wedding." She laughed. "Well, their first one."

"And you're going to be one again, for the second and last time." Topanga smiled. "Now, let's get to work, ladies."

Meanwhile, everyone else was down at the beach.

Lucas felt the warm sand beneath his toes with every step he took. "You need to talk to her." Said Maya, walking alongside him.

Zay and Josh had gone to get ice-cream, and Farkle was tanning. Maya almost laughed at the idea.

Lucas shook his head. "She doesn't want me to talk to her."

Maya stopped and crossed her arms. "You two are so damn emotional. Just talk to her, not ask her for sex. Geez."

Lucas was tempted to roll his eyes. "How do I know it won't make things worse?"

Maya shrugged. "You don't."