Chapter Three - The Costly Mistake

Andy and I were chatting when he sent me a message that made my heart sink. He threatened to reveal Stephanie's crush on him to the entire class if I didn't date him. I was torn, but I thought about Stephanie's reputation and agreed to date him. However, our relationship didn't last a week, and I broke up with him without telling Stephanie.

For a month, Andy and I didn't speak. Then, one day, he stopped me in the hallway and apologized for his behavior. "Sophia, I'm really sorry. I didn't know what came over me. Perhaps it's because I'm madly in love with you. Your silence is seriously killing me. I wouldn't mind being just friends with you. Please, Sophie, give me a second chance. I really like your company."

I accepted his apology and left it at that. Afterward, I convinced Andy that Stephanie was a great person, and he started to develop feelings for her. They began to vibe with each other, and I was happy to see my friend happy.

As the years passed, we were soon going into our final year of high school. However, my mom's job took an unexpected turn, and she got transferred to another state. This meant I would have to change schools. I told Stephanie and Andy about my transfer, explaining the situation. Although they weren't happy about it, I wasn't either. I would miss them deeply.

My sister Rose was back from college for the break, and I was excited to have her home. I assisted with the packing, trying to make the transition as smooth as possible. As I prepared to leave Graceland High, I reflected on the experiences I had recorded in my diary. I would cherish the memories of my time there, especially the friendships I had formed with Stephanie and Andy.