Chapter: Chapter 35- A Bitter CupThe room was cold and utterly silent, cloaked in a thick, endless darkness that seemed to swallow sound itself. A small boy sat on the hard floor, his back pressed against the unyielding door, fists clenched and eyes wide with fear. He had pounded on that door, over and over, until his small hands throbbed, his knuckles raw and bruised. Every desperate knock echoed back, empty and unanswered. And as his strength waned, so did the knocks — at first loud, desperate slams, but now, weak, faint taps, barely audible, as though he was fading along with the sound.He didn’t know how long he had been here. The hours twisted into each other, stretching endlessly until he lost any sense of time. His stomach growled, the ache growing sharper, more painful, each minute as he tried to swallow down the thirst that scraped his throat dry. But worse than hunger, worse than thirst, was the creeping dread that seeped into his bones, the feeling of being forgotten, abandoned, and left alone in the dark.
Last Updated: 2024-11-12
Chapter: Chapter 34- It’s OverWhy did I even bother going after her? Why did I think, for one second, that I could fix everything? That somehow seeing her, talking to her, would make everything alright. What a fool I was. I wanted so badly to believe in her, to believe that this love we had was something real, something worth fighting for.But now, all I see is the truth, plain and brutal. She was cheating on me with another man—Simon, of all people. And the worst part is, she didn’t even care. She didn’t care that she was tearing me apart, ripping out the very heart I had so stupidly placed in her hands. She looked at him, she let him touch her, and I was the one left there standing like an idiot, watching the whole thing play out. And then, when she saw me standing there, her eyes wide with shock, she didn’t even have the decency to chase after me. She didn’t call my name, didn’t explain, didn’t do anything that might show me I still mattered to her.No, she just stood there, frozen, as if my heartbreak meant n
Last Updated: 2024-10-17
Chapter: Chapter 33- Smirk and Everything Else.I walked back to my apartment, each step weighed down by the heavy burden of everything that had happened today. My mind was a blur of thoughts, each one more painful than the last. Was this what it felt like to lose everything? I never imagined that falling in love with Lucas would happen so quickly, so intensely. These past three months had been like a beautiful whirlwind, filling my life with joy and hope I hadn’t felt in so long. But now, all of that felt like it was slipping through my fingers, and I couldn’t shake the fear that I might never get him back, that he might never forgive me.Even though Lucas had said those hurtful words to me, there was something in his eyes that made me pause. He seemed distant, almost lost, like he was trapped in his own thoughts, questioning his own words. I couldn’t help but think that maybe he was hiding something too, something he wasn’t ready to share. It gave me a sliver of hope, but also filled me with confusion. What if I wasn’t the only on
Last Updated: 2024-10-15
Chapter: Chapter 32- Confronting Past ShadowsThe bell rang, its sound piercing through the fog of my hangover. I knew in my heart who it was. Did I want to meet her? Certainly not. All I wanted was to run away and never see her face again. But my heart was beating too fast, a conflicting desire pulling me toward the door. I wanted to reach her, to take her in my arms, but I was too scared. What if she was here to throw it in my face, to mock me for being so foolish to fall in love with her? What if my mother was right all along, and I didn’t deserve love?The bell rang again, cutting through my thoughts. It was persistent, just like her. She was determined to see me and hadn't left yet. Was there hope for us? Could we save this relationship?With a sigh, I put on my slippers, my head pounding from the hangover. I placed a hand on my forehead, trying to steady myself. Each step toward the door felt like a march toward the inevitable. I wasn’t ready to forgive her, but I wasn’t ready to lose her either. The conflict tore at my hea
Last Updated: 2024-07-13
Chapter: Chapter 31- The Weight of BetrayalLife could have been anything but not a disaster like this one. It was too tough and, at the same time, bone-crushing. Looking at Blake gave me both anxiety and immense relief. I could see the anger in his eyes, reflecting the betrayal he felt on behalf of his brother. He knew. He knew about my betrayal to Lucas.My legs felt like they were made of lead. I wanted to reach out to him, to explain, but every step I tried to take felt like I was moving backward instead of forward. Blake took a determined step toward me, his eyes never leaving mine. All I wanted was to turn and run as fast as I could, to escape this confrontation, but we both knew silently that I wouldn’t.Just like me, Blake needed answers. And I needed to know if Lucas was safe. My efforts felt futile, but I still wanted to stay—stay for Lucas, stay for our relationship, which we had built so beautifully in such a short time."Blake," I managed to say, my voice trembling. "What are you doing here?"Blake stepped closer,
Last Updated: 2024-07-13
Chapter: Chapter 30- Where is LucasThe night was a blur of tears and regret. I sat on the edge of our bed, clutching my phone tightly, waiting for Lucas to call back. Each passing minute felt like an eternity, and the silence from his end was deafening. I had called him repeatedly, leaving voicemails, but he never picked up. The weight of my secrets and the fear of losing him pressed heavily on my chest."Please, Lucas, just pick up," I whispered, my voice breaking as tears streamed down my cheeks.But the phone remained silent, mocking my desperation. Eventually, exhaustion took over, and I cried myself to sleep, curled up in a ball, feeling more alone than ever.Morning came too soon, and I jolted awake, a sense of dread settling over me. My first instinct was to reach for my phone, hoping that maybe, just maybe, Lucas had called. My heart raced as I saw the screen light up, but my hope was quickly dashed when I saw the name: Cara.Caroline was calling me. I wondered what she wanted at this time of the morning. Reluc
Last Updated: 2024-05-30
Two Same Secrets
Lily and Sebastian had always been the closest of friends, their bond unbreakable since childhood. Little did they know that fate had a surprising twist in store for them when Lily's sister, April, made a sudden escape from her own wedding. In a desperate bid to save their families from disgrace, Lily stepped in to take her sister's place and marry the man she had silently loved for years—Sebastian.
As they embarked on this unexpected journey as husband and wife, they found themselves entangled in a web of emotions and undeniable attraction. Both had kept their feelings hidden, assuming the other saw them only as best friends, and Lily thought Sebastian had feelings for her sister, while caring for one another made them realize undeniable attraction for each other, under one roof, their true desires and unspoken love began to surface.
Everything changed when an accident took place, resulting in Lily being in Hospital, and Sebastian stumbled upon her diary. In the pages filled with her heartfelt confessions, he discovered a secret they had both harbored for years—mutual love. The revelation struck him like a thunderbolt, and he realized the depth of their wasted time.
Determined to confess his feelings and make things right, Sebastian was on the brink of revealing his love for Lily when April suddenly returned. With her reappearance came a cloud of uncertainty and a renewed dilemma. Lily and Sebastian stood at a crossroads...Where at one point stood April and at one point stood their love.
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Chapter: Chapter 9- We Kissed Twice.The next morning, I woke with a jolt, the memory of Seb's kiss still lingering on my lips. My heart raced as I relived the moment over and over in my mind, a whirlwind of emotions coursing through me. But amidst the joy and uncertainty, there was a nagging fear that gnawed at the edges of my thoughts – what if Seb regretted the kiss?Without a second thought, I slipped out of bed and hastily made my way to my art studio, the need to distract myself from my racing thoughts overwhelming. As I picked up my paintbrush and began to lose myself in the swirls of colour on the canvas, I tried to push aside the doubts that threatened to consume me.But my attempts at distraction were short-lived, as the sound of hurried footsteps approaching drew me out of my reverie. Before I could react, the door burst open, and Seb stood before me, his expression a mix of anger and concern."Lily! Where have you been? I've been looking everywhere for you," he exclaimed, his voice laced with frustration.I b
Last Updated: 2024-05-30
Chapter: Chapter 8- What's The Score?As we settled back after our little outing, from the office to lunch, we found ourselves in front of the television. An itch to reach for the remote and switch to my favorite show nagged at me, yet I couldn't summon the courage. Something felt off, and I couldn't shake the feeling. How had our relationship shifted so drastically? There was a time when I'd fiercely battle for the remote, insisting on my preferred program over his boring football matches. But now, I sat frozen, silently wishing he would go and work on his laptop.“Bee, what's the score?” he suddenly asked, looking at me with questioning eyes. I put on a face and tried to tell him what the score was, but I didn't understand the cryptic symbols on the screen. Even when he shouted at the screen, presumably because his team was winning, I wasn't paying attention."I think your team is clearly winning," I said with uncertainty but confidently nevertheless. He smiled at me and then pointed at the screen. “Well, as much as I l
Last Updated: 2024-04-29
Chapter: Chapter 7- I Don't Hate TomatoesSebastian stood near the window, gazing down at the vast city below, the office drenched in warm hues by the soft glow of the morning sun. I took a breath, standing closer to the threshold and understanding the weight of words left unspoken.Everything seemed so easy with him, and I felt comfortable with him. Even so, there was an insatiable need in me to explore his mind and discover the complexity that lived there, even despite how simple it was. It was an enormous responsibility to put myself in the shoes of a woman he might have loved. It was difficult as well as terrifying.My complex emotions darkened as I watched him stare out of the window, my complicated thoughts took a darker turn. Instead of appreciating the view, my mind raced with questions. Was he reminiscing about how he once stood with my sister at this window? Did he recall the touch of his hands on her body as she laid her hands flat on the window? Could he still envision her in this space while I stood beside him, y
Last Updated: 2024-01-11
Chapter: Chapter 6 - To UsThe morning sun blazed brightly into our room, signaling the arrival of a new day after our wedding night. However, I couldn't be sure if I was truly prepared for what lay ahead. I lay awake, torn between wanting to escape and not being ready to confront the consequences, to witness the unexpected. I wasn't ready to see the change in his eyes, to see the realization of how his world had been turned upside down. He wouldn't see April; he would see me. I let out a deep sigh and carefully slipped out of bed, making my way to the bathroom to freshen up. As I glanced back at him, I couldn't help but smile, seeing him sleep so peacefully. I gently brushed a strand of hair from his face, my heart heavy with the love I felt for him. With a final look, I stepped into the bathroom to continue my morning routine.I slipped out of the room as quietly as I could, being careful not to disturb Sebastian's peaceful slumber. The grand staircase greeted me as I descended, the plush carpet beneath my f
Last Updated: 2023-11-18
Chapter: Chapter 5- One Bedroom For The Couple Please.Marrying him felt like a dream come true, but my happiness was clouded by the nagging reality that he didn't see me as his wife. In his eyes, I was still just his nerdy best friend, a role I had filled since the day we met as kids. I often reminisced about how we first crossed paths. "Playing in the garden was my favorite pastime. I didn't need my sister, April, to be with me. I could spend the whole day in the garden. On that day, while playing with my ball, it got stuck in a tree. I tried to get it, I jumped but couldn't get my ball, I watched helplessly, unable to reach it. “Why are you looking at the tree for five minutes?” a voice spoke. I was startled and turned to see a beautiful boy standing there, hands on his waist, wearing a faint teasing smile. “You can't help me, so just leave it,” I replied, not particularly fond of his teasing smile. “Try me,” he simply said, his genuine interest piquing my curiosity. You see, I was seven years old, and I didn't have any friends. Pe
Last Updated: 2023-10-26
Chapter: Chapter 4-First DanceThe discomfort of my heels nagged at me as I took my seat, I stole a glance at the empty chair beside mine, a tangible reminder of his absence. Everything about this day felt overwhelming, and it only added to my unease As I sat there, waiting for his return, making it all the more challenging to stay composed.The thought that he hadn't shared his feelings with me since my sister's abrupt departure gnawed at my mind like a persistent worry. I knew that this wedding was far from what we had anticipated, but his silence left me in a state of uncertainty, and I couldn't help but wonder what was going on in his mind.Minutes ticked by, each one feeling like an eternity, and the growing unease inside me made it difficult to focus on my family, friends, and the celebrations around me. I longed for the return of the man who had been my best friend since childhood, the one I had just married, and yet, felt like a stranger at that moment.The minutes dragged on, and I couldn't help but fidget
Last Updated: 2023-09-20
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