Suicides- Michael Clifford (Sequel to AAO)

12

Carly's p.o.v

It was finally time. Time to get rid of all of the horrible memories. Here I was, in my dress and cap, ready to receive my diploma and throw the cap high in the air 

" We have here Ashley Ann Hood! " The principal announced. Yes, we are bestfriends. We both went back to Australia after our parents knew about the bullying thing that happened to me and all of the things Hailey did to Ashley. Dad wasn't even able to go on that farewell tour. He just tweeted about it and he was out. 

" Carly May Clifford " The principal snapped me out of my thoughts. I walked confidently on the stage, searching for mom, dad, and Gordon in the crowd 

" Congratulations " He smiled at me 

" Thank you " I took the diploma and went to Ashley, squealing 

" We did it! " I pulled her in for a tight hug  

" We're going to collage. We might even get accepted in the same collage! " 

" I know right! " 

" And now, I represent to you, class of 2035 " (oOpS?)

We threw our caps then went to our parents. We went back home to get ready for our graduation party. 

I took a quick shower, washed my hair, blow-dried it then chose the dress I would be wearing. (Pic below)

(Credits to Pinterest. It is the best)

I put on some basic silver high heels and went downstairs. Dad, mom and Gordon's eyes were all glued to the phones until I cleared my throat. Everyone's mouth hung open 

" Baby girl. You look stunning " Dad said 

" Thanks dad "

" Why do you get to grow up so fast? I feel as if just yesterday I was chasing you around the garden then Mike found you, You are grown up now " 

" But hey! No clubs until 21 " 

" But dad! It is legal here " 

" Drinking isn't good, Carly. First, it is so bad, second, it tastes bad, and third, you'll be getting some serious hangovers so nope! " 

" Ok- " The doorbell cut me off

" This must be Ash- Steve! " I hugged my boyfriend tightly 

" Mom, dad. This is Steve. Steve, this is- " 

" Crystal Clifford, Gordon Clifford and Michael Clifford, former member of 5SOS. My sister is a huge fan. Still listens to your music until now " 

" You're good, kid " My dad complimented 

" She seriously couldn't stop blabbering about you " Gordon complained 

" GORDON! " 

" You look gorgeous, by the way " 

" Thanks.  You don't look bad, yourself " I blushed 

" This one must be Ashley " The doorbell rang again 

" CARLY MAY CLIFFORD. YOU LOOK- YOU ARE BREATHTAKING, So fucking beautiful " 

" Ash! No cursing! " My dad warned 

" Sorry " She went over and pecked his cheek 

" You look gorgeous, Ash " 

" Thanks " She blushed. Dad was like a father figure to her because last year, Uncle Cal got into a car accident and died. He was the one to complete the emptiness in her heart. Aunt Amy became Alcoholic and stopped caring much about Ashley. She is basically my sister.

" I love you, Uncle Mike " 

" I love you too, Ash " 

" So... let's go? " Mom asked and dad nodded. There was a limo waiting for us outside

" Dad... No way! " I gasped when I saw everything outside. There was every type of drinks, cocktails, and chocolates 

We all got inside and drove to the place where e would be having the party. It was like a magical ball. Just like how I dreamed of.

" Dad. Thank you so much " I turned round and saw dad silently sobbing 

" Dad? Why are you crying? " 

" You are growing up so fast. Now we only have 4 months and you will be off to collage. It will never be same again " 

" No matter what happens, I will always love you, and you know it " 

" I love you too, baby girl " 

" End it, love birds " Ashley joked she was all cheerful and happy but I knew that she was broken from the inside 

" Ash, I am so sorry about your father but you know, I will always be there for you. I'll act like your father even if you know I am not " Dad explained 

" Thank you, Uncle Mike " 

" Both of you are my daughters and nothing would change that " He took us into a group hug

" What about me? " Gordon asked 

" You are the special one " He took Gordon into a hug 

" LET THE PARTY BEGIN! " I shouted 

______________5 hours later______________

Ashley's p.o.v

It was 1 a.m and I ended the party with a huge disappointment. My own mother didn't come to my graduation party. I entered the apartment and started sobbing. I ran to my room but felt the presence of another person other than mom in her room. I opened the door a bit and there was the scene that shattered my heart to a million pieces. My mom was sleeping naked beside a strange man I have never seen before