Chapter 11 Chapter 11 Heres a culturally adapted version that captures the complex social dynamics : Mom said Aiden took off traveling with friends right after getting his acceptance letter .
Hed barely been home since .
His mom kept asking about my return date though .
The day I flew back , my parents picked me up at the airport in formal wear .
When I woke up from my jet lagged nap in the car , we were pulling up to a luxury hotel .
Still groggy , I let Mom lead me into the lobby .
Thats when I saw Aiden for the first time in months .
My feet stopped dead .
He stood by the fountain in a perfectly tailored suit , his tall frame cutting an elegant figure .
One summer had stripped away the last traces of boyhood , transforming him into exactly the man Id always imagined hed become .
My emotions churned as the meeting Id avoided for so long happened without warning .
Seeing my confusion , Mom whispered , Honey , its Aidens graduation celebration .
We came straight here .
Dad added , Since you didnt want a party , Aiden arranged to have his on your return date .
Kind of a joint celebration .
As if sensing us , Aiden turned , his eyes meeting mine .
My heart skipped .
Despite preparing myself for this moment all summer , I felt my courage wavering .
Aiden started toward us , but Madison appeared , sliding her arm through his .
Brooklyn ! Youre back ! Im so glad we can finally meet properly .
I always saw you two together , but never got the chance to introduce myself even though we shared so many classes .
Her politeness demanded a response .
I managed a tight smile and a nod .
Aiden looked uncomfortable .
Shes nothing special , he said stiffly .
Just a stubborn kid .

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Thought she might stay hidden in Boston forever .
17:41 Backup Girl No More : Adios To My V Card and My First Love 7.8 % Chapter 11 I stayed silent , words failing me .
Madisons silvér evening gown sparkled with every movement , making her glow .
She looked perfect beside him .
I glanced down at my travel outfit white tee , jeans , sneakers , messy hair looking like Id just rolled out of bed for a coffee run .
Mom leaned in , whispering , I brought you a dress you can change in the powder room .
I shook my head .
What was the point ? This wasnt my celebration .
Aiden kept watching me , his expression unreadable .
Madisons eyes darted between us .
An awkward silence fell .
Thankfully , more guests arrived .
Madison pulled Aiden away to greet them , every inch the perfect hostess .
I quickly dragged Mom toward the ballroom , eager to escape .
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