When she woke up Thursday morning, she was feeling a little bit better, but was still dreading telling Hayley and Bryan what was going on.
She got dressed, put on her makeup, straightened her hair, and grabbed all of her school stuff to bring downstairs.
When she walked into the kitchen, her mom was just putting her breakfast on the table.
How are you doing Hayden? Feeling any better? her mom asked.
Well I'm definitely feeling better than I was last night. she said as she sat down to eat. The only thing I feel really worried about is telling Bryan and Hayls. I know Hayley will cry which will just make it even harder for me.
I know it won't be easy Hayden, but I know you can do it. They love you, so they'll be okay.
They sat there in silence for a few minutes while Hayden ate.
Ready to go? her mom asked.
Ready as I ever will be. Hayden replied. She picked up her backpack and walked with her mother outside to the car.
The drive to school was silent. Hayden was thinking and her mom was concentrating on driving. When the reached the school, her mom leaned over and hugged her.
I just want you to know I love you Hayden. Good luck today.
I love you too mom. Thanks. I'll definitely need it.
And with that, Hayden stepped out of the car and walked into the school. She walked to her locker by herself, not realizing that people were saying hey to her.
Her locker was right next to Hayley's, so she knew there was no avoiding it. When she got there, Hayley was leaning against her locker, obviously waiting for Hayden.
Hey Hayden. What's going on? What did you have to tell me? Hayley asked as soon as Hayden got to her locker.
Let me get my stuff and we can go into homeroom to sit down. You'll definitely want to be sitting down when you hear this Hayls.
Hayden... you're not your usual can't stop smiling self. I'm really worried right now.
Hayden didn't know how to respond, so she quickly grabbed her stuff and dragged Hayley into homeroom. They had about 30 minutes until first period, so she had to finish by then. That's why Hayden was so happy that she and Hayley get driven to school. They get so much extra time in the morning when they really need it.
Okay Hayls. Hayden took a deep breath. I'm...I'm.. I'm moving .To Toronto, Canada. My dad got promoted the other day and I have to be up there by September. I get to stay the rest of the school year and the whole summer though, so we have everyday to hangout. I spent a lot of last night crying, but then I realized it wasn't going to change anything. I just have to accept it. Hayden staring at the floor. She tried to make herself look up at Hayley. She hadn't looked at her at all when she was telling her.
When she did, she realized that Hayley was silently crying.Her mascara was running down her face and the tears just kept coming.
Oh Hayls please don't cry. You're going to make me cry. she had just finished the sentence when she realized that she was already crying. Are you going to say anything?
Hayden waited in silence for a few minutes while Hayley caught her breath.
Does anyone else know yet Hayden? she asked.
You were the first one I told. I didn't want to tell you online. I'm telling Bry after homeroom.
Oh god Hayden. What are we going to do? We haven't spent more then a month apart since we were three. I'm going to miss you so much. and with that Hayley started crying again.
Well my mom said I could come down from time to time, and that you could come up whenever you want. We can still text, call,and talk online. Were going to stay best friends forever. I can't imagine my life without you. You're my best friend, and were going to make this work. Hayden said and she leaned over to hug Hayley.
They sat there talking, not realizing that people had come in and the bell just rang. Homeroom was over, and it was time to tell Bryan. Sure enough as soon as she walked into the hallway, Bryan was waiting.
I'll tell you what happens next period Hayls. she said and gave her friend a quick hug.
Once Hayley walked away, Bryan walked up.Hey gorgeous! he called as he walked over and gave her a hug.
Hey. Walk me to first period? she asked.
Of course. Can I have a hand? he said with a smile.
she said as she smiled back. It was definitely the best part of her day so far. Once they had laced their fingers together, she started her story. Bryan. I just told Hayley what I'm about to tell you so if I start crying in the middle, don't freak out. I'm totally emotional right now. she laughed at herself for a minute. Okay. Here it goes. Bryan, I'm moving to Toronto at the end of the summer.My mom is pregnant and my dad just got a promotion, and to keep the job he is required to work there.My mom said I can come down once in a while and that you guys can come up and stay with us whenever you can.
They walked in silence for a minute while Bryan thought about what Hayden had just said.
Wow. Damnit I'm such a loser. I finally get up enough courage to ask you out the day you find out you're moving in a few months. he said tears starting to gather in his eyes. Hayden you mean so much to me. So much more than anyone I have ever dated or liked. I know we haven't even gone on a date yet, but since we have been friends for such a long time, I have loved you just that long. I'm going to miss you so much.I think I love you Hayden. a tear streamed down his face.
Oh Bry. I feel the exact same way. I love you. I love you so much.I have since we were kids. Hayden said.
She didn't get a chance to say anything else to him because right in front of her biology class, she got her first kiss.
