Epilogue

Stella's POV

I cheered and smiled with the rest of my friends. I was super excited, but in the back of my mind, I couldn't help but think about Zeke.

All throughout our celebratory dinner, it was as if I was in a daze.

"You guys should probably head off the bed not. It's getting late and you're going to have a long day," Miss Reznick told us.

Everyone excitedly chattered on the way to the rooms while I trudged silently behind them.

Once in our rooms, we changed into our pajamas.

I headed to Olivia and Mo's room.

"Hey Stella. Liv and I were thinking about going to meet up with Zeke and Luther tomorrow to say goodbye. The boys are in? You okay with that?" Mo asked.

"Yeah," I said, "they've been really nice our whole stay here."

"Yup," Olivia agreed, "And although it might be awkward between me and Luther, I know we have to say goodbye."

"Stell?" Mo peered into my face, "Have you and Zeke talked about what would happen to your relationship once the bus was fixed?"

"No," I sighed, "I guess I'll have to tomorrow, though."

"Maybe you and Zeke can meet up earlier. Like at 11:00? Then, Luther and the rest of us can come around 11:30 to say goodbye. Miss Reznick wants us to start loading the bus by 1:00," Olivia suggested.

"Yeah, okay, I'll text Zeke," I responded, pulling out my phone.

To: Zeke

From: Stella

Meet Dons 11? I hav news. Tell Luther 2 come 11:30. The others will b ther by then 2.

I quickly got a text back.

To: Stella

From: Zeke

Sure. Ill tell him. Wat news?

To: Zeke

From: Stella

Id rather tell u in person.

To: Stella

From: Zeke

K. C u 2morro :)

"Well, I'm just going to go to bed now," I told Mo and Olivia, "I told Zeke your suggestion. It's cool with them."

"Okay, good night," Olivia said, giving me a hug. Mo gave me a hug, too. Then, we all went to bed.

Olivia's POV

I woke up to the sounds of chaos. Mo was running around, still in her pajamas, trying to pack up her things.

And, I could see Stella packing through the doorway, as well.

I scrambled out of bed and began tossing things into my suitcase.

Mo finished packing and went to go change. She tossed her pajamas, toothbrush, and other things into her suitcase and zipped it shut.

"Done," she sighed, flopping on the bed.

"Me too," Stella called from the other room. She brought her things and flopped down beside Mo.

"Lucky," I looked at them and then continued packing.

I finally finished and sat with them.

"What time is it now?" I asked, brushing my bangs out of my face.

"10:45," Stella answered, "Oh, wait! I got to go! See you guys in half an hour!"

"Bye," Mo called after her.

"Good luck and see you later!" I yelled, as well.

Stella's POV

I reached Don's Donuts and saw no sign of Zeke. I looked at the clock on the wall. 10:55. He still had five minutes.

I settled at a booth and saw Zeke come in.

"Hey Stella!" he greeted me, giving me a hug, "What's the news?"

"Well, the thing is, the bus is fixed now. So...we're leaving...today," I said.

"Oh no!" he exclaimed, "I mean, that's great and all, I'm happy for you guys. But, when are you leaving?"

"2:00," I answered.

"What are we going to do?" Zeke asked.

I responded, "I don't know. I mean, I don't want to break up."

"Me neither," Zeke agreed, "but people always say long-distance relationships never work out."

"I know," I answered, dismayed.

Then, something shot in me. No! Stella Yamada is not a girl who gives up! She is a fighter, and always fights for what she believes in.

"No, Zeke," I said, "Stella Yamada is not a quitter! I know we can make this work. I mean, we can at least try."

Zeke smiled at my enthusiasm, "I agree. We should try."

He gave me a peck on the lips and I smiled back at him.

This can work. I know it can.

Wen's POV

Olivia, Mo, Charlie, and I arrived at Don's Donuts a little after 11:30. We found Zeke, Stella, and Luther already at a booth. We joined them.

"So, you guys are leaving today?" Luther asked.

"Yeah," Charlie answered, "at 2:00. But, we have to meet Miss Reznick for lunch at 12:00, and then we start loading the bus at 1:00."

"Well, we all have each other's numbers, so we can keep in touch," Zeke said, "It's been great meeting you guys, and I definitely know you'll come back and visit."

He gave us a smile.

"Yeah, bro. Definitely," I answered.

I was going to miss Zeke. And, as much as I hate to admit it...Luther. They were both good guys.

"Whenever we can," Mo added.

She gave him and Luther a hug.

Charlie and I shook hands with Zeke and Luther. When I got to Luther, he smiled at me and said, "Treat her like a treasure."

"Always," I responded.

Olivia then gave Zeke a hug. And then, she gave Luther one that was slightly longer.

I tensed a little, but I knew that Olivia was mine and Luther knew that as well.

"Thank you," I heard her say as she pulled away. Then, Olivia came to me and entwined her fingers with mine. I squeezed her hand and smiled at her. She smiled back.

Stella gave Luther a hug and she and Zeke had one last parting kiss...for now. And, then we headed back to the hotel. Time for our tour!

Luther's POV

"Luth?" Zeke said.

"Yeah, bro?" I answered.

"I got to go head home and watch Ginger. Will you be okay?"

"Yeah, I'm fine," I answered, "You go."

Zeke left and I sat down by the counter. Olivia. I still felt so much for her, but seeing her and Wen together made me see that they were meant for each other. But, it didn't help the heartache.

I sighed.

"Excuse me," a voice said from behind me. I turned around and saw...Olivia?

"Olivia?" I asked, surprised.

"No, I'm Teddy Duncan," the girl said, offering me her hand to shake.

Teddy. Teddy Duncan. It couldn't be, could it?

"Teddy? Is that you? It's Luther. Luther Waffles," I said.

"Oh my goodness! Luther! I haven't seen you since we were eight!" She gave me a hug.

"Yeah, since you moved away. What're you doing back in Gilroy?" I asked.

Teddy sat in the stool beside mine.

"We're visiting Grandma," she told me.

"Grandma Duncan? She's always with Nana," I laughed.

"Well, of course! They're best friends, aren't they...like we were."

We both fell silent.

Wow. Teddy really grew up. She looked exactly like Olivia, too. Memories of when we were younger flooded in my head. Such good memories.

I broke out of my reminiscing.

"So, how are long are you staying?" I asked.

"Two months. We're going back the last week of August," she said.

"That's great! We can hang together like old times," I exclaimed.

"Of course," she giggled. She had such a pretty, melodious laugh. I always remembered that about her, "Are you still hanging out with Zeke?"

"Yes," I answered, "But, we can't be the inseparable trio without you, though."

She smiled, "I really missed you, Luther."

"I missed you, too," I smiled back.

That was the epilogue/preview! I hope you liked it! I know epilogues don't usually take place the next day after the story ends, but oh well. The sequel is called Skateboards, Music, and Nanas. It's a three-way crossover between LM/Z&L/GLC. I hope you read it! Hopefully, I will post the first chapter of it soon! Please R&R!

P.S. The idea of Teddy/Luther was helped thought out by SavannahCaileyAndZayaRules. So, she's not copying with her story Paradise Cove (which is great by the way, you should read it!) and I'm not copying her. Just to clarify. :)