Lauren’s POV As I reach the old tree with the huge branches that bend toward the ground due to their weight, I glance around, trying to spot my best friend but he’s nowhere to be seen. I pull out my phone, frowning, he wouldn’t have left yet would he? If he had he would have sent me a text but of all the chats I have replies too, no doubt from my friends with birthday wishes, Ty’s has no new notifications. My mouth turns down as I lean against one of the boughed branches, kicking at the leaves underneath. Tyler always makes sure to see me on the morning of my birthday, it’s like a tradition. ‘Aww is my Rennie pouting’ suddenly calls my best friend’s voice before the tall, blond haired warrior jumps down in front of me from the tree as I scream loudly. Laughing at my fear, he shakes hi

