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[Olivia Baker]

The best part about Vermont was the spectacular colors that Autumn brought. It was early in the season, but there was a faint breeze in the air, softly blowing away the heat of summer and Olivia could smell the apple orchards starting to liven up with fruit just waiting to be picked. 

This summer had been confusing for the girl. Hell, this entire past year had been confusing. This time last year she'd sat on the same bench, sure of the girl she was, and who she was to be. It was always laid out for her, a clear map. But that maps drink had run and that vision wasn't so clear anymore at all. In fact, she didn't know the first thing about who she was or what she wanted. She wasn't even sure who was playing in her court anymore. 

Over the mountains a dark cloud had formed like a curtain in the sky. She sketched feverishly, trying to make progress before she'd be stuck in the rain, or running for shelter in one of the near by stores.

[Carleigh Davidson]

Walking the streets of downtown Pilot Ridge, Carleigh wrapped her fingers tightly around the cup of coffee she had bought. While her insomnia had gotten better with time, the blonde still found herself restless and fatigued without a couple cups a day, at least. She hesitantly brought the cup up to her lips, taking a small sip as she continued with her walk. School had started again; her senior year. Possibly. She had her doubts about graduation, since her power was still not under control and she had failed chemistry. Stupid class.

So, to clear her head, Carleigh decided to go for a walk by herself, which itself was surprising. She sought comfort in other people, but decided she needed to be alone to reflect right now. She looked up to the sky, noticing that it had darkened, as if to emphasize that summer had drawn to a close.

She let out a deep sigh, drinking more coffee as she proceeded back towards Hammel. Then, a girl with dark hair caught her attention from the corner of her eyes. She looked deep in thought, sketching away like there was no tomorrow. The familiar urge to just talk to someone came over Carleigh, and she changed her course of direction.

Soon, she stood behind the girl, taking the liberty to peek at the drawing. "Hey, that looks really good." Carleigh complimented, unaware of who she was standing behind at this moment.

[Olivia Baker]

Liv had been so engrossed in what she'd been doing she hadn't been made aware of the girl standing behind her. The voice sounded familiar and had it not been Carlieghs, she probably would have jumped out of her skin and shit herself all at the same time. Her eyes drifted up behind her, and she couldn't contain the smile on her face. "Hey stranger." She chuckled, "Thanks but it doesnt look as good as you do!" She meant it. The summer had been good to Carleigh, no surprise there. The blonde only looked blonder and tanner to Liv, though that also might have been because she hadn't seen her in way too long.

Her eyes drifted to the coffee in her hands, instantly feeling a pang of fatigue in response.

"How've you been?" It was a lame thing to say next but honest. That, and she wasn't sure if Carleigh would be in the camp of being happy to see her, or not so happy considering her sudden disappearing act at the beginning of the summer.

[Carleigh Davidson]

The familiar stranger turned around and Carleigh's jaw dropped in surprise. She felt all sorts of emotions; confused, excited and overall, extremely happy to see that the girl with the dark hair was in fact Olivia. "Shut up, I'm dreaming." She said, blinking a couple times before a wide grin appeared on her face. "Liv! I can't believe it!" She squealed, half running over to give her an awkward sort of hug, since she was sitting and Carleigh was still standing up. "Thanks hottie. You look good. Man, I've missed you." The blonde began to ramble, pulling back from the hug only to take a seat next to Liv.

It had been way too long. Carleigh didn't know what had happened to her friend. It was like she was there, and then a second later, wasn't. Of course, she was upset, but figured it wasn't any of her business to ask, despite the overwhelming curiosity. "I've been good." She answered, honestly. Her summer had been good, with the road trip with her boyfriend and hanging around her other friends. "I missed you so much, Liv." She said again. "How have you been? It's good to see you again." Real good. Her usually cheerfulness was amplified with excitement.