Chapter 37
I hope that the days come easy and the moments pass slow,
And each road leads you where you want to go,
The day before graduation was a day of laughter and tears. Every senior at Tree Hill High was filled with excitement for what was to come, as well as the sadness of leaving their friends behind. Everyone was going around having other people sign their yearbooks. It was one busy day, and as a matter of fact, every senior was present.
"Bevin" Haley called as she was pushing pass other students. "Bevin, you have to sign my yearbook"
"of course Haley. You as well" she responded, both swapping their yearbooks to write a short, yet sentimental message. Something that said 'glad we were friends, have a good life, hope to see you soon' kind of a deal.
"thanks Hales" Bevin said as they switched yearbooks again. "Tiffany wait up" she called "got to go" she said before leaving Haley. Haley opened her yearbook and read what Bevin said. She laughed to herself. Bevin was one of a kind.
And if you're faced with a choice, and you have to choose,
I hope you choose the one that means the most to you.
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And if one door opens to another door closed,
I hope you keep on walkin' till you find the window,
If it's cold outside, show the world the warmth of your smile,
"Haley" Peyton called out
"Hey Peyton, whats up"
"I have some great news"
"and what would that be" Haley asked
"you've been picked to speak at graduation."
"what? Are you kidding?"
"Nope. isn't that great"
"yeah I guess"
"whats the matter"
"I guess I'm a little nervous"
"Haley James Scott, nervous? How can you be nervous to give a speech, yet be fine to sing in front of a bunch of people"
"yeah I mean speaking at graduation is a big deal. Its suppose to set the stage for our futures"
"Haley calm down. You're gonna do fine. You're the best person for the job. And besides, I have some other news"
"now what"
"you've been chosen to sing as well"
"what?"
"yup"
"Peyton"
"Haley, you're perfect for the job, and I know you can do it. So stop whining and complaining and just get started." Peyton smiled before walking down the hall so Haley couldn't say another word.
But more than anything, more than anything,
My wish, for you, is that this life becomes all that you want it to,
Your dreams stay big, and your worries stay small,
You never need to carry more than you can hold,
And while you're out there getting where you're getting to,
I hope you know somebody loves you, and wants the same things too,
Yeah, this, is my wish.
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I hope you never look back, but ya never forget,
All the ones who love you, in the place you left,
"how are you feeling today" Lucas said as he walked up to Brooke by her locker.
"I guess okay" she smiled "its pretty hectic around here today"
"yeah it is. Everyone saying their last goodbyes"
"yeah who knew that people would actually miss each other from Tree Hill"
"I know" he smiled. Even when she wasn't feeling well, she was always at the top of her game, never letting anyone see her weaknesses.
"did you get anyone to sign your yearbook yet" she asked pointing to the bound book in his hand
"a few guys from the team"
"that's good"
"yeah I guess. Besides them and my friends, I'm not really gonna miss anyone else"
"well I'm gonna miss everyone" she allowed a tiny tear to fall "sorry, I didn't mean to go there"
"its okay Brooke"
"I just meant that I'm going to miss Tree Hill"
"I understand." he paused, trying to think of how to bring about the next topic "so we never really had the talk"
"and what talk would that be Lucas Scott"
"college"
I hope you always forgive, and you never regret,
And you help somebody every chance you get,
"I see" she smiled. They began walking down the hall. "what about college"
"well, where did you apply first of all, and where did you get in, and where do you want to go?"
"Hold on there killer" she giggled
"sorry, I just have been wondering about this for a long time"
"Its okay. Um…well I applied to UNC and NYC"
"so where do you want to go"
"where do you want to go" she asked
"I want to be wherever you are" he smiled
"seriously"
"well I always wanted to go to UNC but lately I don't know. I honestly could see myself anywhere"
"if you had to pick on place, where would it be"
"I don't know"
"come on Lucas, everyone has a dream place"
"well what is yours?" he asked
"I already told you. Paris"
"That's right. Well if you want to go to Paris, then lets go to Paris"
"Are you serious?"
"Yeah"
"Lucas stop it. You're getting me excited for something that's never gonna happen"
"no I mean it"
"what are you talking about"
"well I did remember that you said you wanted to go to Paris. So, I booked us a flight there after graduation"
"Are you serious" she began smiling, getting very excited
"Dead" her smile quickly faded "I mean serious" she looked at him
"I love you Lucas Eugene Scott"
"and I love you Brooke Penelope Davis" they kissed each other.
"oh my gosh I cant believe I'm going to Paris. I have to tell Peyton and Haley" she smiled, gave him another kiss, and headed down the hall to find her friends.
Oh, you find God's grace, in every mistake,
And you always give more than you take.
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But more than anything, yeah, and more than anything,
My wish, for you, is that this life becomes all that you want it to,
Your dreams stay big, and your worries stay small,
You never need to carry more than you can hold,
And while you're out there getting where you're getting to,
I hope you know somebody loves you, and wants the same things too,
Yeah, this, is my wish.
Their last day at Tree Hill High had ended pretty quickly. Tomorrow they would be graduating, leaving the world they knew behind, and embarking on a new adventure. But tonight was a different story. The 10 of them; Lucas, Brooke, Haley, Nathan, Peyton, Jake, Rachel, Mouth, Skillz, and Bevin, would get together for a magical evening, their last with each other in Tree Hill. They all met at a restaurant on the pier. They sat down at a large table, together.
"I cant believe this is our last night together" Haley cried
"Oh come on Hales, not already" Nathan smiled. The rest of the table laughed.
They talked about past memories the gang had shared. From Peyton and Nathan dating, to Nathan's first job, to Brooke being broke, to Naley wedding #2, to their last day as seniors. Many laughs and tears were shed before they had finished dinner. The next step on their evening, was a place that had touched all their lives in more ways than one, the river court. They got there, and layed down, in a circle, staring at the stars above, even Rachel. They had all formed this bond of friendship, and tomorrow they would graduate, and soon go off in different directions. Brooke and Lucas to Paris. Nathan and Haley to Duke. Peyton and Jake to New York City. Rachel was going to Los Angeles and Mouth was going to Chicago (they decided to just be friends, nothing more), Skillz and Bevin would be going to UNC. No matter where they went however, this night would remain in their hearts, as the night they formed their circle of friendship on the river court. Wherever they ventured off to, a part of their hearts would always remain in Tree Hill, on this rugged old basketball court.
This is my wish
I hope you know somebody loves you
May all your dreams stay big
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song is "my wish" by rascal flatts