Lily's heart felt heavy as she boarded the flight to California. Thoughts of Bella and the tumultuous events lingered in her mind, casting a shadow over her journey back to university. She reclined in her seat, staring out the window as the plane soared through the clouds, lost in the turmoil of her thoughts.
The memories of Bella's challenges flooded her mind, and despite Lily's outward resilience, she couldn't help but wonder how she would have fared in Bella's shoes. The bravery and strength Bella displayed impressed her, leaving Lily questioning her own fortitude in similar circumstances. But she was very happy for her friend that she had finally got together with the man that she loved. Despite being Bella’s biggest supported, she never imagined that she would actually live the day w
