***THREE YEARS LATER***

I found myself sandwiched between an array of people, afraid that any excessive movements, I would have bumped my elbow into them. I stood carefully still, trying not to sink my heels into the soft, fresh green grass.

Surprisingly, for New York, the sun was glaring down on us through the clear blue sky. The weather was perfect, not hot and not cold. A slight breeze cascaded past me, causing a flutter in the black gown that draped over my shoulders.

Hushed whispers bounced around me, as the vast people near me were waiting in anticipation. I let the sun capture my face, causing a slow emitting heat that enabled me to close my eyes and drift off to a daydream.

The sound of someone clearing their throat startled me and it showed the beginning of the ceremony. Stretching my head to the side, I squinted my eyes towards the insane amount of faces shot towards us, who were watching us carefully.

I managed to locate my mum, dad, Ava and Ruby. My heart leaped for joy knowing that the people I cared and loved the most, where here to support me in my educational journey.

After the long winded speeches, it was finally time for the students to be called one by one and retrieve their accomplishment, in which we all worked hard for.

I was edging closer and closer to my name being called. I took a deep breath in and slowly exhaled out. The very moment of walking on the stage was upon me.

My name was called and for a moment it felt like I was struck still. Straightening my posture, I confidently walked on the stage. My gown swished from side to side with the wind, as my hips swayed like I had all the power in the world.

The last three years were difficult, but I ensured I put all my effort into making this very moment count. A surge of happiness and the feeling of being proud, rushed through me like a tidal wave.

My scroll, that I worked hard for, placed in my palm as I shook the hands with the person giving it to me. I couldn't help but stretch a wide grin on my face. I could hard conceal my excitement and happiness.

I located my family once again and they were elated, clapping away and smiling like Cheshire Cats. After returning to the flurry of students, I blocked the rest of the ceremony out, as non of it mattered.

I felt like I had achieved a lot over the last three years and I was satisfied with where I was. It was like finally arriving at the top of the mountain after a long and gruelling hike.

The ceremony had finished and we all burst into cheers, throwing our caps up in the air. After coming down from my high, my feet slammed against the softened grass, trying to find my parents.

Locating them from a distance, I picked up the pace and welcomed them into a tight hug.

"We are so proud of you," my mother gushed coming out of the hug. Her eyes misted with water and she was on the edge of bawling out in tears.

My father rolled his eyes towards the emotional mess my mother was in. "I told you she'd start crying again."

Ava hummed in agreement, high-fiving dad, I couldn't help but chuckle at the whole dynamic. The immense feeling of missing my family hit me everyday. Each day I pondered to think whether studying in New York was a good idea, with the thought of not being close to my family. But, I ensured to battle it out and in the end it was worth it.

"I'm just glad I got a holiday to New York," Ava chuckled deviously. Ruby bursted out in a laugh and I playfully pushed her, knowing how much I missed my annoying sister.

Just as I was about to converse in conversation with them, Ava and Ruby lifted their brows in unison, indicating for me to turn around.

"We also brought a plus one," Ruby said mysteriously.

I titled my head in a quizzical manner, not understanding her. I gathered that she was trying to get me to turn around and when I did, I felt like I was blown away with the wind.

My mouth slowly gaped open, with my eyes popped in such astonishment.

There waiting for me, with his hands perfectly placed in the pockets of his black trousers. Those ever so familiar deep green pupils, that I've known to get lost into, latched onto me which already started to set my body in a blaze.

It had been three years since I last saw Zac and I still couldn't get over how breathtakingly handsome he was.

I couldn't wait any longer, marching towards him, closing the gap between us, I was welcomed by his deep musky scent that always sent my senses in a crazy flip.

"What are you doing here?" I stuttered, still in shock that he was standing in front of me.

"I couldn't miss your graduation, could I?" His rich, deep velvety voice danced its way into my ears, which made me realise how much I missed hearing his voice.

"And if I remember correctly," he continued, edging closer to me. "Didn't you say three years?"

I blushed at the memory of telling Zac about the three year wait before giving us a chance. Back then, it seemed like the perfect way to concentrate on our own lives and reconnect, but being presented with opportunities meant that I had to grab onto them and change what was initially intended for me.

"I know I said we should give it a go after three years, but-"

"I already know," Zac chimed in, before I could even finish my sentence.

I shook my head, with my brows furrowed, waiting for Zac to explain.

"After leaving New York," Zac started to explain. "I did what you said, lived my life like it was normal, but it didn't feel the same. I realised that I was missing you, I needed you. Everyday I fought the urge to ring you but I wanted to respect what you wanted. I then went to your parents and told them everything. I told them how much I really liked you, how much I wanted to give us a chance, and to get their approval."

I was taken back by the words exiting from Zac. So much had gone on in the background and I was non the wiser. The way he went about it made me feel a lot more for him. My feelings for Zac were heightened and at its peak, I wanted nothing more than to give it my all with him.

"At first your dad went into protective mode," he continued to explain. "Ava hated me, ruby didn't even want to talk to me. Your mum was the only one who welcomed me with open arms, but eventually, after going to your house virtually every weekend, I won them all over."

My head instantly turned to my mum, dad, Ava and Ruby, who were across the field, yet they all looked at me with such admiration in their eyes, as if they were waiting for Zac and I to seal everything with a kiss.

"I can't believe it," I responded in astonishment. "All this was happening at home and I knew nothing about it. I know what I said, Zac I'm sorry-"

"I told you, I know," Zac butted in once again, indicating he was yet to add more. "Your parents told me about the scholarship offered to you."

"I'm so sorry Zac," I sighed, knowing that I was going back on my word. "I had to accept, it was everything I ever wanted, a chance to work in business and art, I couldn't pass the opportunity, I just wish I knew that the post was to stay and work in New York."

I turned my head towards the grass, I didn't have it in me to look and face Zac. It felt like I had betrayed him, all I ever wanted was to give us a chance, but I had ruined whatever was left between us.

Zac landed his hands beautifully on my chin, lifting my head to meet with his eyes. His alluring pupils were softened and I was slowly losing myself and melting away at his touch.

"When I finished university, I spoke to my tutor. He told me about this amazing opportunity to work alongside the biggest names in photography. It's an amazing internship which can land you a permanent job, so I enquired, I applied and I got it." Zac curved his lips into a proud beaming smile.

I couldn't help but burst with joy for him. My hands automatically wrapped around him, bringing him into a hug. His strong arms wrapped around me and I found myself relax within his touch. I missed being in his hold and it pained that I wasn't going to experience this feeling again.

"The only thing is," Zac began once again, coming out of the hug. "It's in New York."

My head jerked, and I squinted my eyes towards him, wondering if I misunderstood him.

"New York?" I questioned.

"Yep, looks like I'm moving to New York." Zac shot me a cheeky wink, which enabled a fresh swell of heat to rise to the surface of my skin.

It felt as if my sprits had brightened and I couldn't conceal my delight, knowing that Zac would be close to me.

Zac cupped my cheeks, bringing my face closer to him, to the point where I could feel his breath fan my skin. "I meant every word I said to you before. It's been three years, we're both going to be in New York and I want to live my life with you. I want to spend each day with you and I promise you won't regret it."

"I want the exact same thing, I'm ready to give us a shot." I confessed.

Not a second of deliberation goes by and Zac landed a soft kiss on my lips. I didn't care that we were out in the open. I wanted to show to him that I was ready to give one hundred percent. We had spent so long fighting against our true feelings. It was time that we gave into each other, and get what we really wanted.

"I believe you have something of mine?" I mentioned, shifting my brows upwards in anticipation if he knew what I was indicating towards.

"You mean this?" Zac fished out a chain around his neck and when it came to light, I noticed my ring weaved into it.

A small gasp escaped from me as I fumbled to fish out my own chain around my check. I showcased the same idea, with his ring weaved into the chain.

"This has been around my neck for last three years and I've not took it off." I blushed.

Zac smirked and nodded in way of agreeing that he did the same.

"I think there's a cafe, with the most delicious vanilla lattes waiting for us. What do you say? Care to go with me Hannah Montana?" Zac pushed the stands of my hair behind my ear, causing a blissful shudder to run down my spine.

I arched my head towards the family that I had left behind.

Zac tried to suppress his laughter. "I'm sure they'll be fine."

I turned my head towards them and they all nodded as a way of approving and sent me reassuring smirks. Knowing that Ava was happy for us, made me feel at ease.

I turned my attention back to Zac, who was gazing in an alluring manner, waiting for me to respond.

"Well, this is going to be one of many vanilla lattes you're going to treat me to." I sent him a mischievous smirk.

He tightly grasped my waist, causing me to yelp at the abrupt movement. He brought me closer, limiting the distance between us.

"I'll buy you all the vanilla lattes you want." He whispered in a low, yet seductive tone, which vibrated against my ears.

His soft and supple lips connected with mine. His kiss was light a feathery like delicate butterfly wings. I missed the taste of his lips to the point where I was feeling intoxicated by him.

We managed to tear ourselves away from our sweet moment. Just before setting off, his dangerous deep green pupils softened as a way of reassuring me. I subtly nodded, indicating that everything was going to be just right between us.

He wrapped his arm around my shoulder and we proceeded to to walk. I leaned my head into him, enjoying all the feelings.

I couldn't quite believe the hurdles I had to go through, to get to this point. Everything happened for a reason and parts of our lives had to push us away from our straight path, to get to the very point we were in.

I felt like I was floating. I knew I had to treasure every moment. My heart bursted with peace and happiness as I was ready to begin a new chapter in my life with Zac.

It came to light that I wasn't able to predict this very moment back when I was in school.

It just goes to show that life can truly be

Unexpected

A/N

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