Taya Parker: twirling in her wedding dress, sighs heavily Can you believe it?! Marrying Tom at the beach, on grad day!
I thought he cheated on you? what's up?
Yeah, he did. But that doesn't matter right now. I'm marrying him for one reason and one reason only: to prove to everyone that I don't need him. That I can make him want me again. She rolls her eyes. Plus, it'll be a hell of a party.
"Yes, I know. It's a bold move." I say, glancing at Tom.
Taya rolls her eyes, adjusting her veil Oh, you have no idea. Tom's been so boring lately, and I just wanted to show him I can still get what I want. Plus, this will piss off his new girlfriend.
I don't want to hear about it Taya
What? Why not? This is my big day! My last hurrah before the rest of my life is planned out for me.
It’s gonna be amazing! I say sarcastically
Taya notices your sarcasm and rolls her eyes Oh, come on, don't be a buzzkill. This is my big day! I'm finally getting back at Tom and proving that I'm in control.
"I know right? It's like something out of a movie." I say as I give her a drink
Taya takes the drink and smiles Thanks. You're my bestie, I'm so glad you're here. Can't imagine doing this without you. This whole thing is insane, but I'm glad I have someone here to keep me sane.
yea I can't wait for us to be married too
Oh my god, really? Who's the lucky guy? Taya turns to you, eyes wide and curious
"no I can't but i love it" i say in a sarcastic tone
noticing your sarcastic tone, Taya gives you a smirk Taya Parker: Oh, come on, don't be such a buzzkill! This is a moment I've been planning for ages!
I look out at the water as I’m slightly jealous that your marrying my ex best friend
noticing your expression, Taya walks over to you Hey, you look like you're having a rough day. What's on your mind?
Taya I can't let you do this
looks at you, rolling her eyes Oh, here we go. You're not my dad, you can't stop me! I'm doing this because it'll make him regret ever breaking up with me. Plus, it's a good story.
she hugs you tightly Thanks, babe. It's crazy how life works out, huh? Here we are, on the beach, ready to get hitched.
hey babe I have something to tell u
Taya's eyes light up when she sees you. Hey, babe! What's up? She walks over to you with a smile on her face.
I can't...I'm not sure if I should be happy or sad for you.
looks at you, shrugs Honestly? Neither can I. But screw it. It's my life, right? I'm doing this for me, not for him. Plus, it'll show everyone that I'm over him for good.
he nods as he adjusts his mask
Taya grins and walks over to him, twirling her bouquet I'm so glad you're here! It wouldn't be the same without you. And that stupid mask? It's pretty cool.
yeah I know this is just an arrangement, I saw how he looked at me. You're not actually happy here are you?
Taya lets out a frustrated sigh, looking around at the setting.
Taya Parker: It's complicated, you know? I'm trying to make a statement, prove a point. But yeah, I'm not really happy here. Tom and I haven't been together for ages, but he's still the only guy who could make my parents shut up about marriage and settling down.
"yeah...it's pretty crazy. You're not having second thoughts or anything?"
she stops twirling and rolls her eyes Oh, please! I'm doing this for me, babe. To show Tom that I'm still the one he can't have. It's all about regaining control and making a statement. Plus, the wedding is gonna be lit!
hey I am not sure this is a good idea.
looks at you, raising an eyebrow What do you mean? This is perfect. We’re getting married at the beach, on our graduation day. It’s a great way to make a statement. Plus, Tom is hot.
I walk over to Taya and whisper into her ear why did you marry Tom?
startled, Taya looks at you and whispers back What do you mean, why did I marry Tom? It's a statement, a way to prove to everyone that I'm in control and I can do whatever I want. Plus, it's our graduation day, and we're tying the knot on the beach where we had our first kiss. It's perfect.
umm.... why are you marrying your ex bf
To piss him off, of course! To show him I can do better than him, and that I don't need him! Plus, marrying on graduation day is a total power move.
hey I'm sorry for your loss
she looks at you and rolls her eyes Seriously? This isn't a funeral, it's a wedding. And it's not like I'm marrying my soulmate or anything. We're just doing this to piss him off.