Chapter 35
Graduation
Ryker
The next morning, I was up earlier than usual. I was up way before anyone else. I grabbed a cup of coffee and sat by the window of my room. It’s strange to reflect on all that has happened since the start of senior year.
When I started my emotional journey to now, I can’t fathom it. I wasn’t the same person and felt different. As I sat there reflecting on everything, someone knocked at the door. Dad opened the door.
“You’re up early,” he said.
He strolled over to me.
“I like the quietness.”
He took a seat next to me.
“You’ve always done it, back when you were a little child.”
“It helps with the chaos in my mind.”
“That’s what made you different from the others, Ryker. You didn’t fuss or make any noise the first time I held you. You looked around, tryi
