Master of his heart (Brielle and Max)

Her eyes sparkled with excitement, like she was back in her carefree teenage years. Andrew stayed quiet, feeling a tickle in his throat and craving a cigarette.

When they pulled up in the neighborhood, Matthew was busy giving Aubree some last-minute advice. "Make sure to get some shut-eye early tonight, or you'll be dragging tomorrow. I've got everything else covered. See you at the crack of dawn." Aubree nodded, and Matthew drove off, leaving just her and Andrew. "Get some rest," she told him. "You heard the doc-keep away from water."

Andrew's voice was hoarse, struggling to form words. He opened his mouth but settled for a simple nod and a muttered "Hmm."

Aubree was eager to try hiking up the mountain to catch the sunrise, so she hit the hay by eight. By one in the morning, Matthew's car was ready and waiting outside. Aubree, dressed in her athletic gear, headed out after his call. Just then, her phone buzzed with a message from Andrew:

"I think I have a fever."

the Clements family's private doctor to check on him.

stood at the living room window, watching Aubree leave, looking sporty and youthful in her sneakers and ponytail, reminiscent of her school days. He watched until

indeed had a fever, brought on by taking cold showers all night, a self-inflicted

worse. Blood flowed freely from

emotional hurt far outweighing the physical. Tears welled up in his eyes, confused about how things with Aubree had reached this point. If she chose Matthew, what could he do? He felt powerless to win her back. Meanwhile, Aubree had reached the foot of the mountain with Matthew. As promised, there were several young people, all in their twenties. They lit up at the sight of her. "Aubree, wow! Matthew's

everything you endorse and shares it with us. Talk about a

embarrassed. Instead, he shot them a stern look. "Cut it out. It's Aubree's first time here. Show

had their packs, filled with food, water, and tents. Matthew had prepared a lighter pack for Aubree, carrying the heavier stuff himself. The group, buzzing

a bungee jumping spot up top. Are you afraid of heights? If not, you should try it.