Secrets Behind Their Eyes: Guiding Life

Chapter 17 Some Things Never Change.

Chapter 17 Some Things Never Change

It's finally the day of the Royal Spring Ball. Everyone shows up in their finest wardrobe. This is the first Ball since the attacks last year. The day starts with games, music and food for everyone all around town. The kids are having such a wonderful time.

These are some of those moments throughout the day....

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Sophia- Mama, mama, mama look at that food.. It smells sooooo good!!!

Maggie- You are definitely your father's child! [she giggles]

Drake- Hey!! We love good food!! C'mon Sophia, let's get some food! I hear they have King Size Burgers!!

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*Drake & Maxwell*

Max- Look here Belle, it's a bunny... [he holds up a real bunny] you want to pet him?

Drake- Uhm Maxwell I think that's a "her".

Max- Oh, heh..

Drake- "Everything okay Maxwell?" Max- "Yeah, I'm just dealing with a lot." Drake- Does this have anything to do with Riley?" [Maxwell nods his head yes] Aww buddy, I know she meant a lot to you, but maybe it's for the best." Max- "I know you're right, I just feel I've failed." Drake- "You haven't failed at anything. Sometimes things don't work out, no matter how much we may want them too." Max- "I know, I know." Drake- "Look, maybe we should have a guys weekend, how does that sound?" [Maxwell thinks for a moment, then lights up with a smile] Max- "Yes!! Let's go camping like we used to, I'll invite Bertrand and Matt, in case we need protection." Drake- How will Bertrand protect us exactly?" [Maxwell laughs] Max- "No, I mean Matt. Don't you remember the last time we went camping? A bear tried to kill me!!" [Drake chuckles] Drake- "If I remember correctly, the bear wanted the food we had, not you." Max- "I was the food... anyways.. Let's make that plan!! Thanks Drake, you have no idea how much I need this!" [Drake gives Maxwell a hug and they go back to playing with their kids].

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*Hailey & Maggie*

Hailey- "Hey Maggie, [she looks around Maggie] where's the rest of the Walker troop?"

Maggie- They are with Drake over by the food.

Hailey- Ah, no surprise there.

Maggie- Sooo...

Hailey- "hmm?" Maggie- "Oh come on Hailey, I know you've been seeing someone." Hailey- "Okay, okay, yes I've been dating a guy named Matt."

Maggie- "Matt? The new constable??" Hailey- "That's the one!" Maggie- "And??" Hailey- "Things are going great! He's really nice and fun to hang out with." Maggie- "And??" Hailey- "And what?!" Maggie- Oh come on!!! Have you got the "D" yet or not?!" Hailey- OMG MAGGIE!!!!!" [Maggie laughs] Maggie- Oh come on!!" Hailey- "Fine, yes we have." Maggie- "Annnndd??" Hailey- "What is it with you today?! You seem super horny. Should I watch the kids while you and Drake sneak away?" Maggie- "Maybe later, right now I want to hear more about Matt!!" Hailey- "He's beyond anything I could've ever imagined. He's not afraid to express how he feels. And yes.. The "D" was great!! But it's not only the sexual, it's also the closeness and intimacy. I think he's the one!" Maggie- "OMG ARE YOU SERIOUS?!" [Maggie grabs Hailey into a tight hug] Hailey- "Yes!! I know it's only been 3 months since we first met, but we both agree that this feels right. It feels like we were meant to be. We are taking things slow, so no wedding bells, but we definitely see a future together!" Maggie- Oh Hailey, I am so happy for you!!!!!" Hailey- Thank you Maggie, thanks for always being there for me!!" [the sisters hug and carry on with their conversation]