Ginny didn't want to make Lily feel overwhelmed or pressured into making her decision right now. Her mind and emotions are a mess. After a day of going around and meeting many people, she must have been tired. Afraid that she may be pressing her own opinions too harshly on her, she decided to let the girl off for the time being.
Even though she is not dragging on this topic for now, it doesn't mean that she will let things go as easily. Since that bastard had dared to make Lily shed a tear over an insult like that, she will definitely keep a close watch on her from now on. If anything occurs again, she will not hesitate to separate them with her own hands.
She urged Lily to take a warm shower or hot bath to relax. Like always, Lily chose one of her favorite fruit scented bubble soaps and drew herself a hot bath.
While Lily was taking her bath, Ginny received a call from Lily's mother. "Hello, auntie."
Lily's mother: "Hi, dear! I called Lily's phone a few times, but she never picked it up. Is she with you?"
Feeling relieved that she had someone to distract her mind, she answered, "Yep. I'm with her at her apartment right now. Do you want to talk to her? She's taking a bath."
Lily's mother heaved a sigh of relief and patted her chest, "Phew. Then no, it's alright. I just wanted to make sure that she is safe. Ever since she moved out of the house, her father and I have been travelling nonstop for business related events. I've always been afraid that she would feel lonely. It's great that you're by her side."
Ginny smiled, "You give me too much credit, auntie. She's doing very well. By any chance, are you and uncle going to be back in time for her graduation? It's in a little less than two months."
Lily's mother replied enthusiastically, "Of course, we are! No business is more important than my little girl's big day! I'll definitely be there even if her father has to stay behind. I'll take so many pictures of her and show it to him."
"Then, I'll see you at the graduation ceremony too." Ginny laughed softly.
"Oh, right! What about your graduation?"
"It's a few days before hers, so we could join each other's graduation without any conflict."
"If that's the case, then auntie will also come back to see you graduate! I would love to have double the fun and cater a huge celebration party for the two of you." Lily's mother was smiling so much that wrinkles appeared at the corner of her eyes.
"Alright! Then, I will thank you first." Ginny couldn't hold back her smile as she thought of how sweet Lily's mother must be smiling right now.
"Ah! It must be getting late on your side. I'll hang up now. Tell Lily that I miss her and will Face Time her another time! Night, night to you both. Mwahhhh"
"Have a great day over there as well. Mwah." Ginny hung up the call and let out a bright smile. She could hear water-splashing sounds coming from the bathroom. Putting her cellphone on the table, she stood up from the couch and walked to the balcony.
Stars were twinkling sparkler compared to other nights. This breathtaking view brought Ginny to the past when her parents were still alive and healthy. They used to walk around the neighborhood when the weather was nice and clear like today. Her parents were great friends with Lily's parents.
Sadly, when she was fourteen, her parents passed away from an accident. Since then, Lily's parents took care of her and supported all of her expenses until she was old enough to be independent. Throughout high school, they treated her the same way that they treated Lily.
In Ginny's perspective, they were all her family and Lily was her sister. To her, they were the most important people in this world, and nobody can replace them. Of course, her parents would always have a place in her heart as well.
Thinking back to those good old days, she looked up to the stars and made a diamond shape using both of her hands. Squinting one eye shut, she located two closely distanced stars and said, "Mom, dad, I'm going to graduate soon. I hope I make you guys proud."
"Auntie and uncle are definitely watching how much you've grown and are super proud of you." Lily said as she dried her wet hair with a towel and walked towards the balcony.
"Ah, you overheard me." Ginny continued observing the beautiful night sky.
"Mhmm. Auntie, uncle, if you two are listening, then I want to thank both of you for bringing such a beautiful angel to my life. She's very smart and loyal as a sister. Even though you two are gone, I know you guys are watching her every step of the way. When I lose my way or have no courage to move forward, Ginny is always the one who encourages me."
"Aiyo! Such embarrassing thoughts! But mom and dad, you heard my sweetheart over here. I'll definitely make you guys proud and work towards my dream. You'll always be my inspiration. I'll always love you." Her fingers touched the two rings on her necklace.
The rings on that necklace belonged to her parents. It is also the last memories that she had of them before they died in the accident.
Lily smiled and lowered her head for a moment before turning her attention to Ginny. "Thank you for being there for me all the time. I've thought about it during my bath. Honestly, maybe I am not that great in terms of mindset to be in a relationship. Or maybe we aren't compatible. I've decided to give us some time and see how it goes."
She vaguely expressed her thoughts and Ginny didn't ask for further details. She respected her privacy and trusted that she would have her own ways in dealing with this relationship. If anything, she could always jump in before things turn for the worst.
"Mm.. As long as you know where you're going in this relationship and clear of what you truly want. But let me warn you that if there is ever another time like today, then I wouldn't hesitate in breaking you guys apart. As brutal as that sounds, don't worry, because reality will be much more violent with me involved. I'm not One Punch Man, so I have no mercy when it comes to beating jerks."
"Okay." Lily smiled and let the breeze blow onto her wet hair as they enjoyed the night view.