A while later, Glad and Jess would cross paths once more at a mutual friend's house. She would always remember him as the sweet boy with the warm smile who had gave his Cola Lakay to her. But he didn’t seem to remember her. They both laughed at the awkwardness, and from there, the conversation flowed easily into the night. It was as if time had paused, and they were rediscovering one another, like a story they hadn’t finished yet. The rest of their journey was nothing short of magical, though, as teenagers, neither could have imagined the twists and turns life would take. They ended up attending colleges in different states, but their bond never wavered. They remained the best of friends, growing closer despite the distance. One winter break, they decided to take the leap and officially start dating. The distance between them only deepened their feelings, and their love for each other blossomed in ways they hadn’t thought possible. They faced the challenges that came their way, supporting and loving each other through it all. Now, standing at the beginning of a new chapter, they feel overwhelmed with gratitude for the journey they've shared. They had come so far together and built something beautiful, and they are excited for the future ahead. The love they have shared since their teenage years had only grown stronger with time. They look towards the future with excitement, knowing their teenage love has blossomed into something timeless, something they will cherish forever. And so now we celebrate not just their love, but a journey that had started with a simple, sweet gesture and had evolved into something everlasting.