Kyson Arya and I had just arrived at our hotel in the city. We drove here, stopping at motels on the way since it takes nearly two days to drive. We could have gotten a flight, but we chose to go by car and enjoy a road trip. Plus, it gave me time to try to get myself together. The party is tonight, and I am dreading it. We were staying here tonight and tomorrow before heading back to the cabin.“Maybe going tonight isn’t such a good idea.” I sigh as we climb out of the car.“Yes, it is a good idea! You need to do this for you, Kyson, and to show her you have moved on. I will be right there with you, by your side the entire night.” She says softly.“I guess…” she has a point, but that doesn’t make it any easier.I grab our bags from the boot, and we head inside to check-in. We had to hit the shops too because neither of us really had outfits for a party. Our plan, check-in, shower, change and then go out to get what we need. Hopefully, it won’t take too long.Arya waits by the elevat

Kyson Arya and I were outside of the hall where the party was. We have been standing here for the last ten minutes because I have been trying to find the courage to go in. I felt like a pathetic coward. It has been years since it all happened, and I have Arya now, so it shouldn’t be getting to me as much as it is. Arya is being patient with me, something I am grateful for. “I think I am ready now,” I finally say. Arya smiles, kissing me softly, “Okay. Come on then.” She offers her hand to me, which I take. I nod, and we head inside. The place is already full. Some people I know, family members, and others I don’t know. I take a deep breath, and Arya squeezes my hand. I glance around and see Gordon sitting at one of the tables with Lena and some of their friends. A wave of anger took over me, but only for a moment; then, it subsided. “I guess that is them over there?” she whispers. “Yes. Gordon and Lena are over there,” I reply, nodding to where they are. “Ignore them. We should

Kyson It is the last round at the bar because the party is coming to an end. I am standing at the bar, waiting to be served. I had my talk with Gordon earlier. It went okay, and we have sorted things out the best we can, but it will never be the way it used to be. The trust and bond are lost we once had.“Hi.” I hear from next to me. I knew exactly who it was. Lena.I sigh and turn to face her, “Hey.” I reply casually.“Can we talk, please?” she asks softly.“Yeah, what do you want to talk about?” I didn’t want to talk to her, but I was curious about what she had to say.“Not here, somewhere a little more private.” She pleads.“No. We talk here or not at all.” I make sure I am firm because I am not going anywhere alone with her.I refuse to upset Arya because I would if she saw me disappear somewhere with only Lena. Lena didn’t look too happy with my suggestion, but she nodded. She steps in a little closer.“I am sorry for what I did. I made a huge mistake, Kyson. I know it has been

Arya I am sitting out on the front patio, writing. Kyson is away into town to stock us up for the week. I offered to go with him, but he insisted I stay. I did have writing to catch up on since we were away for a few days. My editor is expecting more chapters tomorrow.It is a lovely day, perfect for sitting outside. I had my iced tea and snacks. I would finish my book soon because I didn’t have much left to write. I will miss this place when I leave in a couple of weeks. I have no idea what Kyson and I are going to do once we leave. I am sure we can work it out.Kyson would be away for a few hours, so I plan on making the most of it. I take a sip from my glass before getting back to typing. It doesn’t take long for me to become lost in it. My fingers are flying across the keys. I love when I get into this mode.I only stop when I hear a car pull up. Surely Kyson can’t be back already? Unless he has forgotten something. I glance up, but I don’t recognise the vehicle. I haven’t seen i

Arya We only have a week left of being at the cabin before we need to go back to our real lives. My book is nearly done! Which is amazing! It usually takes me longer to write, but I think this one was easier because of the experiences I’ve had this summer.I didn’t want to leave, but I didn’t have a choice. I would rather stay here with Kyson. Thankfully his psycho ex has stayed away. Apparently, she is engaged now to some guy she met a couple of weeks ago, so Kyson’s mom told us. As long as she stays away, I don’t care what she does with her life.Kyson is still sound asleep. I woke early to do some edits of my book and make us breakfast. We still haven’t discussed what our plan is when we leave here, but we need to. I want to do it today. We need a good place if we want this to work. I have never done the long-distance thing before, so I don’t know how we will cope with it. I know it works for some couples, but for others, it doesn’t.It takes over six hours from Oregon to New York