Destiny . . . A few hours have passed, since I've officially drained the last tear in my eyes. I needed time to myself. I needed to think things through and I needed a major reality check. The birds were chirping and it was still, very early in the morning. At this time, I'd usually be on my way to school but I got my mom to call in sick for me. There goes my perfect attendance. Again. She was a bit weary but, Mrs. Knight had called her over and explained the entire situation. I knew how well my mom and Marissa got along. They clicked almost instantly. Mom's Marissa was my Saffron. More tears were shed and as much as I wanted to stay and comfort them, I really couldn't handle any more crying. I could tell that mom was both devastated and skeptical. I couldn't blame her.

