Kimberli’s heart swelled with pride as they made their way over to Tyler. The mere fact that John felt regret for his past actions was a very big deal, she was determined to provide him with all the support he would need. Tyler glanced up as they approached, he regarded them with a curious expression. Nevertheless, there wasn't a hint of fear in his gaze, despite the years John had bullied him. Tyler stood to greet them, he stepped around the table meeting them midway. Kimberli thought she had noticed a change in him; the day they had sat beneath the oak tree at lunch and chatted.
Yet, seeing him dressed in formal attire, he emanated sophistication and maturity. So far removed from the shaken boy who she'd helped in the cafeteria earlier in the year. Then he was scrawny and mousy, wishing
