I looked at Mom, who was standing by herself and had tears running down her cheeks. I couldn’t take it anymore as she turned around and went inside.
“If I knew you would do something like this, I would’ve never invited you!” I yelled and turned to face Dad. “And how on earth could you do this, Jess? My best friend was you.”
I adjusted my clothes and makeup as I glanced in the mirror. “I have to leave now. With a reach for my suitcase, I said, “See you soon.”
“All right, Hannah. “See you there,” my mother said, kissing me once.
I inhaled deeply as I left the house. I felt prepared; the strategy was in place. I knew that tonight needed to be ideal—not just for Mom, but also for myself. I wasn’t going to let anything ruin our night.
I fixed my gown and cap after taking one last look at myself in the mirror when I got to the graduation hall.
As graduates and their family occupied the seats, the room was alive with excitement.
I looked around and saw Dad and Jessica pulling up. Although they exuded confidence, I knew that was about to change.
