I lean on the wall with the rest of the teachers as we watch the students graduate. I keep my eyes on Delaney at all times. In a crowd like this that welcomes everyone, Daniel could easily get in. He can't try anything with all these eyes here. Plus my guards are on high alert. Delaney smiles and waves at me and I bite my lip at how good she looks in her gown. I'm angry her parents couldn't be here because of that fucker. They had to miss out on the best moments of her life over a stupid grudge someone can't let go of. I mean his father is literally what 50 or 60. The students come off the stage and hug all their teachers. I get a lot of awkward hugs from the crushing girls. Once Delaney comes to hug me I make sure it's long. “Your parents are proud.” I whisper “Yeah. Thanks.” she foll

