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Our Story Part III College Blues
I have posted this story before, but I had to redo it with a new cover page & not to mention my other game corrupted and I had to start over again. I edited the story a little I hope you guys enjoy. I've finished this series so I'll post the other two stories I never posted.
Enough rambling from me, please enjoy and comment. Thanks.
I have posted this story before, but I had to redo it with a new cover page & not to mention my other game corrupted and I had to start over again. I edited the story a little I hope you guys enjoy. I've finished this series so I'll post the other two stories I never posted.
Enough rambling from me, please enjoy and comment. Thanks.
This is us in happier, simpler times. This is our picture before our Senior Prom. As you can see Hannah and Abigail became good friends again. Well, my story starts after our high school graduation. Everything with Hannah and I were going along great. We'd been dating for two years. We were planning to go to the same college. Then it happened. I got a full scholarship in track to Sim State University. I was devastated when I found out. Hannah turned down her scholarship to Sim State because we both got into Academie Le Tour. My letter came late because of a mix-up in admissions at the university. Hannah got a full scholarship for academics and track. My parents were so ecstatic about the scholarship that it was out of the question to turn it down. I let weeks go by before I told Hannah the news. I wasn't trying to deceive her; I was just trying to figure a way to get out of it. I tried talking to my mom first. She usually gave into us (I was kind of banking on that). My mom is a total romantic. I told her how Hannah had already truned down her scholarship to Sim U and we couldn't be together if I went there. Then I told her I also wanted to go to their (she & dad's) alma mater. She said, "Aaron I'll talk to your dad, but Sim U is offering a full scholarship & Academie Le Tour is only offering a partial. You know how frugal your dad is." Aiden tried to help, but his attempt was very lame. He said, "Tell dad we've never been apart; we wouldn't know how to cope without each other." My dad didn't go for any of it. I spent night and day trying to find other scholarships to aid the partial one. It was to no avail, it was too late. I told my dad I would work, and he said that was out of the question. I was so worked up;I told dad I didn't understand what the big deal was. We had more than enough to pay for college. Why couldn't I just go to the college of my choice? He then reminded me that Academie Le Tour was not my first choice. It became my choice when I thought I didn't make the track team. I just dejectedly walked away. Finally, I had no choice but to break the news to Hannah. She didn't take the news to well. I anticipated that. We decided to spend every moment we could together. This of course was difficult to do because we were both taking classes at the local community college to get ahead in school, in addition to me working at my mom's pet store and Hannah working at her mom's car lot. This was difficult but we did it. Well, summer quickly turned to fall and school was almost upon us. On our last night together we drove to Bluewater Village to Le Magnifique! Piano Bar where we had our first date (they made a lot of change; its a lot nicer). We had the best time. We enjoyed a wonderful romantic dinner. We had no idea we came on a night when our favorite band "The Veronas" were playing upstairs in the Piano Bar. So we really enjoyed dancing to their music. After dinner and dancing we went to the park and just talked while basking in the moonlight. We promised to e-mail and call everyday, and visit each other when we could. This was ideal to us while lying in the park but unfortunately we were very wrong. School started and the assignments started to pile up. The time the assignments didn't take up, term papers and research took up the rest. Hannah never failed to e-mail or call. Hey Honey,
School is great, I like dorm living. It just feels so different living on my own. I mean I'm not totally alone b/c Haley is here. I just feel for you b/c I don't know what I'd do if I couldn't see Haley @ least. This is the perfect dorm for me; they placed us in the dorm for art & music majors. So as you can imagine there is all kinds of artsy stuff here. Babe, I can paint all night & people even come in & pose from time to time. Well, anyway, I'm just trying to stay upbeat. I'm thinking of joining the Tri-Var Sorority, they're starting a chapter here. We (Haley & Abigail) snuck in to see the house they were building one night (it's almost complete, I don't know why it's still off limits). It is nice it has all the comforts of home w/o actually being there. Well My Love I miss you so much my heart aches. Every time I hear "The Veronas" I think of us & our special night together. I love you & miss you like crazy, thinking of you until we see each other again.
Love You 4-ever,
Hannah
Time flew over the next couple of months. College life was more chaotic than I could imagine. I didn't think I'd get through my first year that quickly. As soon as I wrapped up finals, it was time for summer school. I stayed on campus for the summer. I had summer track and school. Sophomore year came fast and Hannah and I only had two weeks together between summer school and track. We spent the majority of the time with our parents and made as much time for each other as we could. Then it was back to school and Hannah started cross country and track practice. I was busy with the same. Then I decide it was a good idea to pledge Urele Oresha, Hannah was busy pledging as well. Hey A,
Today we had to sing in the quad w/ our faces painted. Glad I can sing (@ least hold a tune). OMG Abigail sounded awful, she was really embarrassed. I don't know if Aaron told you, but he proposed to Haley today. She told me all about it. He went to our parents and asked for her hand in marriage (how romantic). My parents were of course thrilled & your parents were overjoyed. My mom told me they started planning the wedding (even b/f he asked & w/o Haley). She told me they went to Woodland Lake Park (where they had their 1st date) & he got down on one knee & promised her 4-ever. She said, "YES, YES, YES!!!" I'm so happy for them. Well our parents are having a huge engagement party this weekend @ Crystal Lake Resort.
So My Love until this weekend, I'll be thinking of you & looking forward to seeing your handsome face.
Love You 4-ever,
Hannah The weekend quickly came and passed. The party was a roaring success, but seeing Hannah made my heart ache even more (I know you're thinking I'm a man and I shouldn't be talking like this, but I can't help it. I want to spend the rest of my life with her). Christmas came and went so fast, then the New Year. We decided to celebrate by going to see our favorite group "The Veronas". They were playing at Alpine Lodge. We stayed at the Lodge for the remainder of the break (Hannah, Haley, Abigail, Sam, Aiden and me). We skied and it felt like old times. Then Hannah and I had to part ways again. There is nothing very monumental about sophomore year worth mentioning. Hannah and I spoke on the phone when we could and we'd see each other at meets (track). She did cheer me on when I won first place in the 4 x 1, mile relay, the hundred and the quarter. I cheered her on when she won first place in the quarter and the hurdles.
Junior year crept upon me and my life was the same. I was missing Hannah like crazy (but that doesn't change). She faithfully sent e-mails everyday, but mine were fewer and farther between. Then when I'd get her letters or calls I'd feel guilty for not being as dedicated. I've been living the frat house since sophomore year and it still amazes me how crazy it is here. I'm up at the crack of dawn for track practice, classes all day, then afternoon practice. There are wild parties here every night. When I get back to the house I am dead tired, I barely have enough time for my assignments. My coach has been concerned because I've lost so much weight (I often fall asleep in the middle of my meals). I feel like I'm not being fair to Hannah. She is forever faithful in writing and calling. Last night on the phone I snapped at her because I was so tired. "Hey, Babe! Guess what happened today." "You won the lottery!" "No!" "You won a beauty pageant!" "No! Come on Aaron be serious. You have to guess." "You know I'm never going to guess." "Just try pleeeease for me." "Ummm..."
Then here comes the part where I started to feel bad.
In my defense, the party downstairs was getting out of hand as usual. People never usually come upstairs (let alone in my room). At that moment a streaker came running through my room. I dropped the phone and the battery fell out and of course the phone hung up. Which really made me mad, so after I put the idiot out I called Hannah back. She answered the phone in a frantic because she didn't know what happened. I was so annoyed with the streaker, that I let it take my attention from her and her exciting news. I was tryint to explain to her what happened and she started asking a lot of questions. One thing led to another, I got even more annoyed and snapped at her. Then I felt guilty, mumbled I'd call her tomorrow and hung up the phone. Then I couldn't sleep because I felt horrible for treating her like that when she didn't deserve it. She's been nothing but patient and understanding and I keep pushing her away. I decided I'd call her first thing in the morning. I overslept and barely had time to throw on my clothes before running out the door. After practice I tried to call her, but I just kept getting the machine. I decide to be spontaneous and drive to her school (no worries I didn't have class on Friday). I'd pay on Monday for missing afternoon practice, but she's more than worth it.
I called Aiden and told him I was coming up to their campus to surprise Hannah. Of course he said he wouldn't tell, and I could stay with him for the weekend.
When I arrived I immediately went to her sorority house. Haley actually greeted me and told me Hannah was in class. She promised to tell her to call me when she got back, and not to tell her I was there. I thanked her and went back to Aiden's place to wait. I got some much needed rest.
Aiden had an off campus apartment, he thought it was a good idea to leave the dorm since he was a junior. Sam was a permanent house guest, Aiden always teased he was going to start charging him rent. When I got up from my nap (no call from Hannah yet), Aiden and Sam wanted to show me the campus. While we were walking around the campus, we discussed Aiden and Haley's upcoming nuptials next weekend. They had a really nice campus, everything had been recently renovated. Sam had class, so Aiden and I were on our own. We went to the Campus Coffee House to hang out, talk and just catch up. It felt really good to be with my twin again. We were laughing and talking like old times and then he got serious.
"A, what's going on with you and Hannah?" I asked, "What do you mean?" "It's just she told Haley that it seems like you guys are growing farther and farther apart. She says she e-mails you two-three times a day and calls just as often, but she feels like you're not as interested. Her words not mine, "It's like he going through the motions." A, she even came to me, to me! You know that is not like Hannah at all. So, you tell me what's going on?" I felt like I was being put on the spot. I told him, "That's why I came down here. I have to do something before I lose her." "Dude, you're at the point where you need a miracle." Deep down I know he's right, but what to do (not sure).
Two guys trying to come up with something was an oxymoron, especially two guys with the same DNA. Just then Abigail and Haley came in. I immediately asked if Hannah had been home, but she said no. She did leave her a note to call me. Then they asked what where we so deep in thought about. I said, "Nothing," but Aiden said, "A miracle." They both looked puzzled, so I explained everything we'd talked about. I thought what do I have to lose, who'd know better what to do than her twin sister and best friend.
Abigail and Haley just looked at each other (you know that look girls give when they know more than their leadaing on).
I felt like the situation was hopeless, after looking at their faces. Haley spoke first, "A, I think it may already be too late." I was speechless (if you know me, you know that never happens). Abigail interjected, "Well, it's just after last night she said she didn't think her heart could take much more. She's planning for the future and you don't seem interested in the present. She's doing all the giving and you all the giving and you all the taking. She called you last night with great news and when the phone hung up she panicked and when she finally got you back on the phone, you snapped at her. You hung up so fast you didn't even say I love you. She is questioning everything. She says she doesn't think you care about her feelings and questioning if you even love her." "Last night the only comfort we could give her, and I as her sister shouldn't tell you this, was patting her back as she cried." I felt lower than pond scum. I didn't know what to do. I explained what happened last night and asked for advice. Haley told me, "I only want what's best for my sister. I want her to be happy and if you can't make her happy and all you're causing her is grief. I hate to say it Aaron because I do love you, but maybe you guys shouldn't be together."
"Haley, don't say that," said Aiden. "I'm sorry honey, that's the way I feel. I know its mean, but that's the sister part of me talking. She is my sister and I feel the need to protect her. I know you love her or else you wouldn't be here. It seems you guys have had to work hard for your relationship from the start. If you really want to be with her you're going to have to start giving some too."
I asked where Hannah was now. They both said I don't know at the same time. At that exact moment my phone rung, I was happy at the same time nervous to see it was her. I felt like I did five years ago, when I was about to ask her on a first date. It didn't make it any easier that she was being very short with me. She then said she was just leaving class and had to go home to meet a study group. I said, "Okay, I love you." When I heard nothing on the other end I knew she hung up. Now I definitely know how she must have felt the night before. I knew then what I had to do. I rushed over to the house and waited on her to arrive. When she came in she was shocked to see me. We just stared at each other for a moment. I was hoping for one of those Hollywood moments that never happened. She looked like she'd been up all night. Her beautiful hair was pulled back in a ponytail and no make-up (she doesn't go out without make-up anymore). To me she still looked breathtakingly beautiful. I made the first move, I gave her a gentle hug and she felt rigid. I didn't know what to do, so I just let go. Looking back now I know I should have just held on. I asked her if we could go somewhere and talk in private. She led the way, up the stairs to her room. I didn't know what to do she was being very cold. I didn't know how to react to that. I'd never seen Hannah like that. We've known each other since we were in diapers. For the second time today I was at a lost for words. She stood there with her hands on her hips and a look in her eyes I'd never seen before. I knew then this would be the hardest thing I'd have to do in my life. "What'd you come all the way out here for Aaron? What more do you have to say? I think enough was said or wasn't said last night." "I came to try to make amends. I realized I've been hurting you and that's not something I've ever intended to do. Looking in your eyes and reflecting on the past three years, I realize I haven't been fair to you. I love you with all my heart, but you'd never know that. You'd never know that all I do is think about you and dream of the day when college is over and I can see you everyday. I love you to much to continue to hurt you like this. You've given so much of yourself and all I've done is make excuses for my own selfish behavior. I think the best thing for us if we're just friends. I'm sorry for everything I've put you through these past three years. I just can't stand to see that look in your eye, that I see right now. I love you." I turned around and ran out, I didn't want her to see the tears in my eyes (yeah, I said tears). Aiden and Haley's wedding came fast. I knew that I had to smile and pretend to be happy. The wedding was a blur. I walked Hannah down the aisle, made my toasts; I was funny and charming all the while I felt like I was dead inside. I daydreamed that it was Hannah and I getting married, and then I realized that would never happen. We didn't speak the entire night, except the hello we mumbled to each other. I left when the newlyweds were whisked away to their honeymoon. I didn't even say bye to my parents. I just went back to school. The rest of junior year went by in a haze. I saw Hannah at track meets and I'd cheer her on, but we didn't speak. Aiden broke the news to me that she started dating somebody. I couldn't bear it, I went out with a couple girls, but I always compared them to Hannah and so it never worked out. So when the Dean called me in her office I couldn't figure out what it was about. She just wanted to congratulate me on making the list three years in a row. She also wanted to tell me that I was eligible for early graduation in December. I took her up on it and I graduated and moved home briefly. I stayed home long enough to start working, save enough money and I moved out of Pleasantview. Sam and Abigail got married; of course I went to their wedding. It was a grand affair. Sam was the number one draft pick for the Sim Football League (SFL). Hannah was at the wedding with her fiancée, I was alone. We were cordial to each other; it had been two years since we broke up. She was as radiant as ever. We even shared a dance. I couldn't believe I was still in love with her. After the dance I slipped out in the shadows. I didn't have to worry about seeing her any time soon; I would be out of the country for the Simlympics. How wrong I was, I had no idea she was competing (I try not to watch any sports channels before a big meet). We were even staying at the same hotel. I discovered this when I went for a late dinner, and there she was dining at the table alone. She asked if I'd join her for dinner. How could I resist. We laughed and talked like old times. I was afraid of what might come up in the conversation, but she never mentioned the break-up. I believed that I was the only one who hadn't moved on. I brought up the subject of her fiancée, and she told me she met him at school, that he'd been pursuing her for a while, but she wasn't ready to date yet. They became friends and things blossomed from there. I asked if he was here with her, but she said no he had to work. All of a sudden a familiar song came on. We both just looked at each other. I asked, "May I have this dance?" She smiled and we danced, it was then I thought maybe there's still a chance. I know it seems stupid, but I was hoping. Thanks for reading & for all the custom content. Comments are always appreciated.
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On Jan 9, 2008 BBKZ wrote:
what a great story! I love this part! It's really amazing and very interesting. Thanks for sharing
On Jan 9, 2008 thekewlestnerd wrote:
lovely story!
On Jan 9, 2008 lordeverglot wrote:
great story,somethime text is little bit large!
but its ok!
looking forward to new chapter! see ya!
On Jan 9, 2008 vicarious37 wrote:
Wow what a wonderful update. It was filled with endearment, romance,
and heartache. Hopefully things will work out between Hannah and
Aaron. I think they make a great couple and they belong together.
On Jan 9, 2008 qasert wrote:
On Jan 9, 2008 ,xPheobe. wrote:
Damn they broke up..I think they shpuld get back together..It may not have worked out between them in uni, But there good together!
On Jan 9, 2008 OpheliaNival wrote:
Ah, the heartache...
I hope they get back together, but she must break up with her new guy first! Your storytelling is so wonderful and really draws the reader into your universe... Thank you so much!
On Jan 9, 2008 hanzo11 wrote:
Wow! Your stories are so good! You must carry on!!!!!!
On Jan 9, 2008 hanzo11 wrote:
On Jan 9, 2008 donaldch wrote:
lol
On Jan 9, 2008 spicylove wrote:
this is good love the screen shots very clear to see,and the story is very good.
On Jan 10, 2008 itachigirl wrote:
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On Jan 10, 2008 samcactus101 wrote:
Love all the guys' clothes!!
Where'd you get such fab cc?
On Jan 10, 2008 katlin194 wrote:
Very good! Can't wait for the next part!
On Jan 10, 2008 Nenehunni wrote:
make her dump her fiancee and get back with him - there made for each other and i love the simlympics idea - thta mde me giggle lol
On Jan 11, 2008 aaaaaaac wrote:
nice story!
and the sims are very pretty
great job
On Jan 11, 2008 seelindarun wrote:
OMG, I .so. regret not noticing this chapter before, when I read the first one. It's FANTASTIC!!
I can't believe how sad I am that Aaron and Hannah aren't together, but at least there's hope? And great job telling this chapter from his point of view. It really breathes life into his character! 
On Jan 11, 2008 ThatGirl1 wrote:
gahhhh!
they broke up? noo! they were the perfect couple! i was so sad when i read that!!
but still, great chapter, 5.0, wonderful job!
On Jan 12, 2008 1ayotola1 wrote:
Aww I think I'm going to cry! Awesome story though! 5.0!
On Jan 13, 2008 wrote:
Complicated but
neat
On Jan 13, 2008 Seerlyn wrote:
Very nice
On Jan 14, 2008 Platinumplaygurl82 wrote:
Great Story
On Jan 15, 2008 ^VampLady^ wrote:
Beautiful story
On Jan 17, 2008 MinnieID wrote:
AWWWWW, so touching.
On Jan 20, 2008 cptnemo6 wrote:
very good job
On Feb 29, 2008 civetinja wrote:
Great story ! Thanks for sharing !
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On Apr 9, 2008 wrote:
Went really fast! Still a really sweet story, though.