~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Next Day~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

I woke up early again and I went to the exercise room, to lift some weights. I can't wait to see Nathan again. It makes me so happy that we are friends again. I got off at 7 and went to my room, so I can change. I decided

to put on a pair of skinny jeans, my varsity shirt that hangs off on my shoulder and a black tank top. I grabbed my schedule and looked at my classes. I have English with Simone, physics with Brianna, forensics class, and

finally civil war history. This is going to be a boring day. I walked downstairs and made everyone breakfast. The girls all came down and poured some coffee. We got to the trail station, and actually got seats! We got off and

the campus was lively, as usual. I followed Simone to English, but we got lost. This is not a good start to my morning! I heard a familiar voice behind me. I turned around and it's Tyler, Darby, Davon and Christina! I did not

know they go here! I ran over to them and gave them all a hug. "I did not you guys go here too!" Tyler gave me this funny look and said "We all wanted to stick together, so we decided to go to the same college together.

My brother goes here, so this has been the college that I have been wanting to go to. You guys look a little lost, where are you going?" Simone took out her schedule and showed it to him. "Oh we are going there too. Come

on, or we will be late." her said. I am happy that they are all here. It feels like another part of my family is here, I feel a little more complete now. My phone buzzed and I got a text from Nathan. "I will see you at lunch, our

usual spot again." I am even more happy now! I get to see my crush! Tyler looked at me once more and said "So who is the lucky boy?" I am a little confused , but I thought about it for a sec. "It is my personal secret." he

got angry and threw a fit because I would not tell him about Nathan. I want to keep that a secret for a little bit, just for safe keeping.

English went on forever and next is Physics. Tyler had it next, so he led the way. He said that our teacher is really cool and he jokes around with the kids, and he was right! Mr. Hopkins was making things explode and

making fun of all of the kids, especially Brianna. I think I will enjoy this class a lot!

Lunch rolled around and I went to our spot. I sat down and I took out my sketch book again. I have so many unfinished drawings that I can't even count them! Nathan sat down next to me and handed me a bag, which had

a amp, sandwich, chips, brownie, and a water bottle in it. "I thought I could buy you lunch. You barely eat as it is, but you are still the same." I smiled and started to eat a little bit. He is right, I barely eat. I guess I have to

change my eating habits; or not. He took my sketch book and started to color them for me. He really enjoys color. It makes me smile.

Lunch ended and he walked me to class, since his class is right next to mine. He gave me a hug and I walked into the classroom. The room is like a gigantic crime scene! The teacher, leaded me to my seat and took role. My

class is not big, which works out in my favor. He gave us a worksheet and let us solve the crime. I was the one to solve it and he congratulated me, by giving me a sweatshirt, that has the ghost team on it, which I love.

This is going to be a great class too.

I walked out and Nathan was waiting for me, as usual. He walked me half way and said "I will see you at work then?" I nodded my head and gave him another hug and I gave him my sweatshirt from forensics class. When

I walked into my class, I looked at my teacher and he looks very familiar. He looked up and smiled at me. "I cannot believe my eyes. It's Crockett's daughter!" he ran over to me and shook my hand. "It is so great to have

you here, especially someone from my old unit." Mr. Jim has not changed what so ever. "How is your father anyway, I have not spoken to him since 2010." I frowned because I do not telling people what happened, but I

have no choice. "My father passed away in 2012. we had an accident at an event and a horse flipped on him and killed him and injured beemers. I was also involved in the accident and was in ac-coma. I lost my memory, so

I only remember bits and pieces of my childhood. I am surprised that I remembered you, actually. He frowned and I took my seat. This class will be hard, but I will do it, for my father.

The end of the class ended, but Mr. Jim pulled me aside again. "So who is taking care of your father's business? And who is caring for beemers?" he asked me. I sighed again and said "I am taking care of my fathers

business and Elizabeth is caring for beemers. It has been really hard, but I have to push myself, so I can move on." He gave me a hug and said "Well you are always welcome at my house. Ms. Kay would love to see you, so

drop by, okay?" I nodded my head and left the class, so I can go to the train, but I missed it. Shit! I heard a voice from behind me and it's Bruce! "Your uncle told me to give you a lift. Come on!" I got into the passenger

side and we headed somewhere. "This is not the way of my uncle's barn. Where are we going?" I asked. Then we pulled up to this gigantic house, just like mine. "I have to stop at home first. Ill let you borrow a shirt, so

you don't get your pretty clothes messed up." I followed him in and we were greeted my 2 maids. They took my bag and Bruce lead me upstairs. We got to this big room, which looks like a typical boys room. "Have a seat; I

will be right back." he left the room, so I decided to look around. He has many trophies from races and contests, that I can't count them all! I see a picture of him with a girl, that looks a lot like Brittany. Holy shit! It is

Brittany! The picture looks like when they were young and they are riding horses! This is amazing! I felt him put his hands on my shoulders. "This is a girl name Brittany and I. We met at a horse camp and we were friends.

I actually had a crush on her. We went to middle school together, but then she moved. I would die to meet her again. She was so cute and funny too." I turned around and gave him a hug. He handed me a plaid shirt. I took

off my t-shirt and left on my tank top. I put my hair up into a pony tail and I checked my make up. I took a pic of the picture because I think Brittany has a similar one, just like this one. Bruce grabbed my hand and we ran

down the stairs. The maids waved goodbye and we hopped into his car once again. He turned on some country music, which calmed me down a little bit. My phone rung and it's Nathan! "Hello?" I answered. "Where in the

hell are you? I have been worried sick!" he went off on a gigantic rant. Bruce and I kept on laughing at him. I know that it was horrible, but it was so hard not to laugh.

We pulled up to the farm and Nathan ran to the car and gave me a huge hug. He grabbed my hand and he lead me to the barn, where my horse Danny was tacked up and ready to go. I lead out one trail ride, which had all

adults on it and one teenage boy, that looked liked he was about 17. he kept on looking at me and we were flirting a little bit. It was kinda cute, until I took off and his horse took off after mine and he screamed. When we

got back to the barn, the boy asked me for my number, but Evens came over and put his hands around my waist and the boy walked away. "That taught him a lesson not to mess with our girl." he said. I smiled and he

walked away. I finished un-tacking, when my uncle came over with a plate of food. "Your aunt wants you to eat properly, so she brought out a plate of food for you and here is some extra money, for groceries and stuff like

that." I smiled and I ate the food. It was a steak, with veggies and mashed potatoes. I talked to him about how my one teacher was in dad's unit and stuff. He was happy that I met one of dad's friends, but was a little too

curious about it. Oh well!

I said goodbye to everyone and started to walk home, until Bruce gave me a ride to the station with Nathan. Bruce is really sweet and I need him to meet Brittany again. When we got to the station, Nathan grabbed my

hand and we ran to the train before it left. I sat down, but since I was so tired, I accidentally sat on his lap! But he wrapped his arms around my waist before I was able to get up. It was nice to hug him again, like we did

back when we were younger. He is so warm and he is gentle with me. He tapped my shoulder and I got up. He gave me a hug and said "I will see you at work tomorrow." I nodded my head and I got off the train. As I walk

home, I cannot stop thinking about today. How I saw some of my friends and my old mentor. It is so confusing. When I got into the house, the girls were all asleep on the couch. I put some blankets over them and turned

off the T.V. and went upstairs to get my bathing suit on. It is time to go swimming!

When I got to the indoor pool, I turned on the radio to some country music and started to swim laps. This is the only way to clear my head! After about 100 laps, I got out and sat in the hot tub. The jets are on full blast

and the temperature is perfect. This is the perfect evening. I heard the door open and Emma came out in her bikini and sat in the hot tub. "Did I wake you up?" I asked. "I was awake when you got home. So what is going

on lately?" I don't exactly know how to answer that question. I guess she would find out about it sooner or later, so I guess I can tell her now. "I met a guy name Nathan that goes to the college. He seemed to know a lot

about me, but I did not know him that much, but we got along really well. He also works with me too. I accidentally fell asleep on the train, so he carried me to his apartment. When I woke up, he was going through some of

his year books, and one of them had a picture of me and him in it when I was in the 8th grade. Right then, all of my memories of me and him came back to me. I was so happy, and I still am. Also at my work, there is a boy

name Bruce. He picked me up today from school and then we had to go to his house quickly. He had a picture of him and a girl at a horse camp. That girl is Brittany." her eyes lit up in shock. I grabbed my phone and I

showed her a picture of Bruce and her eyes lit up even more, but she paid more attention to Evens in the picture. "This is the guy that I talked to on the train that one day! Do you work with him?" I nodded my head yes

and she smiled really big. I guess she really likes him!

I got out and went upstairs to go take a shower. I have so much to do tonight! I have homework, business and I have to call Elizabeth to check on beemers. Ugh! So much to do in so little time. I got out and started to

make my calls. I called Cody, to make sure the business was okay. The phone rang and he answered. "Hey babe! How are you doing? The business is just fine. I will stop by the house this weekend and drop off the paper

work." he went on forever about how he is making money and how he is meeting chicks. I just let him talk for a little bit before I interrupted him. "I gotta go Cody. I will see you this weekend!" I hung up the phone or else I

would have been there forever. Next, I called Elizabeth. I have not talked to her for a while, so I guess it is time for a call. The phone rung and she answered. "Hey! Long time, no talk." She is still the same! "How is

everything? Is my horse on his best behavior?" it was silent for a second and then I heard her say "Yep. He is all good. The kids love him and he is a good training horse, so he is all good. You should stop by if you can." it

would be nice to see her again. I have not been in my home town since I could remember. "Okay. I will. I have to go so I will talk to you later, okay?" I said. "Okay. Talk to you later!" she hung up and I started to do

homework. This is going to be one long night...

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Next Day~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

The sun is bright. It went through my curtains. I look at the clock and it's 8 in the morning. I threw on a pair of boot cut jeans, light blue tank top and a Hollister shirt. I went downstairs and the girls were all sitting at the

table, eating breakfast. They all looked at me and Emma said "We want to go to work with you!" What the hell! Do they want to get me in trouble? Oh well! I threw on my boots and everyone got ready. This is going to be

fun!

We got off the train and headed down the lane. When we got there, the girls eyes lit up! They ran to the barn, but luckily I beat them there. We walked in and I can hear the boys at the stalls. They all turned around and

they stared at the girls. Bruce had his eyes on Brittany, Emma had her eyes on Evens, and Brianna and Simone looked at Jake. Bruce ran up to Brittany and gave her a hug. It was so cute to see a reunion. Emma and

Evens left and went somewhere. Brianna and Simone are all over Jake, so I decided to get the horses tacked up for today. I heard someone run down the hall. When I turned around, Nathan crashed into me and made me

fall! What the hell? I look up and his eyes meet mine. His eyes are bright blue, just like mine. I have never really noticed it before. He sits up and I do also. "Nathan, is there something on your mind? Do you want to talk?"

I ask him. He was quiet for a while, but then spoke. "Do you want to go on a date with me tonight?" This is out of the blue! Why would he be asking me this? But it my shot. "Sure, I would love to go on a date with you."

He smiled and got up. He helped me get up and then gave me a big hug. I love his hugs! I walked towards the horses and I got Rocket ready to go out. I got up on him and rode around the farm. Brittany and Bruce were at

the field, holding hands. I saw Emma and Evens making out behind a tree. Brianna and Simone were with Jake, learning about tack. They all seem very happy. It makes me smile.

Couple hours passed and I finished my job for today. Horses are taking care of and everything is put away. My uncle came down and gave us our pay checks. "I found this picture of you and your parents. I think you should

have it." he handed me the picture and it's at my aunt's Christmas party. I am starting to tear up. Nathan wrapped his arms around me and I start to cry more and more. This is such a pain!

We all walked to the station and Nathan said "I will meet at 7, is that okay?" I nodded my head okay and he gave me a hug. The girls got all up in my face and were asking so many questions like are we going on a date or

are we a couple. It actually got annoying, but then Simone said "we will make you look sexy for your date!" what the hell is she thinking? Before I was able to say anything, we were at the house and they threw me in the

bathroom. "Take a shower and smell all girlie and shit!" Simone yelled and slammed the door shut. I guess I have no choice but to take a shower, since I smell like horses. I jumped in and the water feels great on my back!

I just happened to look at my back. I have a gigantic scar, that goes down my back, from the accident. I turned off the water and I put on my robe and walked out. The girls were going through my clothes, jewelry, shoes

and other stuff. Simone threw me into my chair and said "Don't move!" she screamed. She brought out a black supper skinny jeans, white tank top, pink plaid shirt, that has a black matching belt, and a pair of wedge heels.

Brianna pulled out my white lacy bra, with the matching thong. "Why in the hell are you going through my underwear?" I screamed. "Well you have to look and feel sexy, so we are just trying to help, that's all." she said. I

sighed and sat in the chair, as they did my hair and make up. They flat ironed my hair and there are 2 pieces curled in the front. My make up looks really good too, thanks to Emma and Brittany. I put on my outfit and I

looked at the mirror. I look really good! The girls grabbed me my bag and pushed me downstairs, so I can leave on time. Emma gave me a piece of gum and they all gave me a hug. "Wish me luck!" I said as I walked out the

house. I looked at the time and it is exactly 6:45, so I have enough time to get to the station. When I got there, I found a bench open and I sat down. I am really nervous, but excited at the same time. I looked up and I

saw Nathan. He is wearing jeans, a dark blue button down shirt that is open a little bit at the top, and a black jacket. He caught his breath and asked "Have you been here long?" I nodded my head no and gave him a hug.

This is going to be an awesome time!

We got off the train into town and it is really lively. There are lots of people around and there is music and lights all around. "So where are you taking me?" he grabbed my hand and said "It is a surprise." His hand is really

warm. I like it a lot. We got to this restaurant, and it is actually really fancy. We sit and he talks about his classes and stuff and I just listen. He stopped for a second and looked at me, as I am stirring my drink. "What about

you talk for a bit. How was your high school years?" I really did not want him to ask that question, but I have no choice but to answer. I talked about my friends, sports, school, and many other things. I also talked about

guys that I dated and he got a little pissed, but I did it just for fun.

We finished eating dinner and we walked to the square. There are so many shops here that have many things in the windows. Nathan pulls me over to this shop that sells hot chocolate. "Do you want some?" I shook my

head yes and he gave me a cup. I took one sip and I was in heaven! He smiled at me and I walk over to this one window. It's a jewelry shop! I walk in the door and there are so many things that I want! But one certain

piece got my eye. It is a necklace with a horse shoe charm. It is so cute, until I looked at the price tag. I walked right out to Nathan and he asked "did you see something that you wanted?" I nodded my head no and we

continued to the train station. As I walked with him, I tapped his hand and asked "Hey, can I come back to your apartment for a while? I don't exactly want to go home…..

NPOV:

I am so happy that she asked that! But she looks so sad, but I don't exactly know why. Oh yea! It's because of that necklace that she saw. She had one exactly like that in middle school and I think she might of lost it. I

nodded my head, saying that it was okay and she smiled. When we got on the train, she laid her head on my shoulder. I grabbed her hand. She looks like she needs to be comforted. We got off our stop and I am still holding

her hand. She tightened her grip. "What's wrong sweetie?" She put her head on my chest and started to cry. I knew she was gonna cry sooner or later. I grabbed her shoulders and brought her closer to me. I gave her a

hug to quiet her down. She finally stopped and she looked up. Tears were trickling down her cheeks. I wiped them for her. She grabbed my hand and we continued walking to my place. I opened the door and she sat down

on my couch. She totally made herself at home. I brought out 2 cups of coffee and sat down next to her. "What's on your mind? You can tell me anything." I told her. She just sat there with a sad expression on her face. I

know this is going to be a big leap, but I will do it anyway. I brought her head in and leaned in for a kiss. I placed it gently on her lips…..

APOV:

He kissed me! Holy shit! He actually kissed me. He released and said "Amanda, would you go out with me?" I said yes immediately, by giving him another kiss. He looked at me and said "I guess that is a yes." He gets me

completely. He gave me another kiss and we started to make out. I am finally with the one that I love…..