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Haven reacted to what she said, but he stood his ground. He confessed to being afraid. Afraid of losing you, afraid of confronting my actions. However, I now understand that my attempt to conceal it only exacerbated the situation. He inched nearer, taking his time, as if he was nearing a wounded animal. "Alexis, these last seven days without you have been absolutely horrible. I was unable to eat or sleep. The only thing on my mind was the pain I caused to the most significant individual in my life. Alexis felt tears forming in her eyes. "Haven, you caused me a lot of pain." "I'm aware," he said, his voice breaking. "I want to spend the rest of my life making amends to you, if you give me the chance." He put his hand in his pocket and extracted an envelope. "I had a detailed plan," he chuckled, poking fun at himself. However, now you've arrived, all of those things appear foolish. The only thing that is important is this." He gave Alexis the envelope. Trembling, she opened it and
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Alexis responded with a cool and controlled voice, declining with a "no, thanks." I believe we need to have a conversation. Haven agreed with a nod, settling down in the armchair opposite her. "I confess I've missed you, Lex," he said, his voice filled with feelings. "I am aware of my mistakes, but I have been making an effort to communicate and fix them—" Alexis interrupted him by raising her hand. I am aware, Haven. "That is... that is one reason I am here." Haven’s eyes widened with hope, making Alexis feel guilty of what’s yet to come of her actions. However she recalled nights of continuous stress and no sleep, she became more determined to make Haven hurt and feel the same way.Alexis started by carefully selecting her words, stating that she had been pondering a lot about the two of them. Regarding all of our shared experiences. "I have come to a realization." Haven leaned in close, attentive to every word she said. "What is that?" Alexis locked eyes with him, a blend of h
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Stuttering, his voice scarcely audible, he said, "But... why?" Alexis felt the need to get some distance between them and got to her feet. Haven, I wanted you to go through what I went through. the experience of believing one can find true love just to have it abruptly ripped away. Haven stood up and hurried to grab her.Alexis, this is not a joke, please. No matter what I did or what mistakes were made, we can rectify the situation. "We have the ability to—" After that, Haven was left lying on the ground, while Alexis turned around and walked away. She expected to feel satisfied when she left the park. Rather, she was overcome with a profound, agonising emptiness. Her scars and the agony of the past were not healed by the game she had played or the retaliation she had sought. In fact, it had just made the rift in her heart wider. Alexis found herself walking the city streets as night fell, mentally reliving the scene in the park. The game was hers, but at what cost? She was troub
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Alexis face caught surprise, her eyes sparkling with mischief. “Thank you, Matthew. You won’t regret this, I promise.”As they both talk out and finialize the details of thier fake affair, neither of them overheard the waiter who had overheard snippets of their talks, her eyes were wide open and filled with shock as she funled with the espresso machine.Over the next few weeks, Alexis and Matthew's "affair" began to take shape. They met for coffee more frequently, exchanged flirtatious text messages (which Alexis made sure to leave open on her phone), and even staged a few "chance" encounters when Haven was around.At first, Haven didn’t seem to put much concern in the increasing bond between Alexis and his best friend. However, as time passed, Alexis watch a shift in his behavior. He forced a smile, his eyes and body langue filled with doubt. While Alexis and Haven were getting dinner prepare in the house. Haven received a text message on his phone on a chilly evening.Haven relayed
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Haven has been going through the complexities of a reestablished relationship with Alexis while attempting to mutilate the level of respect he has for his best friend, Matthew Yu, with the intense feeling he's having with the closeness between Matthew and Alexis. Their recent compromise had brought a sense of cautioned, but still there were still rough edges between them. As she strolled into a café where her and Haven regularly meet, she couldn't envisage an startling turn of occasions that was about to unfold. The cafe was in its normal atmosphere of being cost and the rich smell of dress coffee and the gentle discussions around made it so peaceful. Alexis looked around the room for Haven but found her eyes catching Matthew who was situated at a corner table sipping coffee. Some seconds after, he looked up like he knew Alexis was looking at him, a genuine grin fell over his face when he saw her. “Alexis, it's great to see you once more. Care to join me here?” Matthew called o
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The compliment was curiously and unforeseen, Alexis was so misplaced and uncertain how to reply. “I genuinely appreciate that, Matthew. But Haven truly has been attempting his best recently, and I'm thankful for his effort.” Matthews's gaze grew warmer further. “I can see that. But sometimes, it's the small things that matter which turns out to create a big difference. Like how you handle circumstances. You've got a genuine strength inside you.” The discussion continued, but Alexis found herself progressively unsettled. Matthew's warmth was more intense than she had ever experienced, and it was beginning to feel invasive. She attempted to focus on the discussion, but her mind kept floating back to the unsettling intensity of his look. When Haven returned, the mood at the table had moved. Haven's attempts to re-engage in discussion were met with Matthew's excessively attentive responses, and Alexis could sense a growing pressure. It was as if Matthew's warmth was getting to
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As she made her way onto the highway, the bright streetlights of the city blurred her vision incessantly. She tried to focus on the road ahead, but the lights kept making it hard to look straight as it seemed to add to her headaches. Alexis rubbed her face, trying all means to stay alert, but the day’s work was an undeniable force, pulling her towards the hole of exhaustion.It was then, as she navigated the congested lanes, that a sudden, piercing honk jolted her from her daze. Her head snapped up just in time to see a car veering dangerously close to her. Panic surged through her as she swerved instinctively, her heart racing as she fought to regain control of her vehicle. The car’s tires screeched against the asphalt, sending a shiver of terror through her as she struggled to correct her course.But the terror didn’t end there. While Alexis tried to steer her car back on the lane it’s meant to be, her vision became disorganized and the dizziness that’d haunted her all day seemed to
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“Thank you,” she said delicately, looking up at Matthew with a blend of help and appreciation. “I do not know what I would have done without you.” Matthew smiled reassuringly. “You do not have to thank me. I'm just happy I was in the right place at the right time. Just make sure to get some rest after you get home. It's important to take care of yourself.” Alexis gestured, her eyes filled with appreciation. “I will. I promise.” As they both stood up, Matthew made sure Alexis was steady on her feet before he returned to his car. He gave her one final reassuring look before driving off, his own sense of alleviation blended with the fulfilment of having helped somebody in need. The occurrence had been a stark reminder of how delicate life can be, and Alexis knew she required to prioritize her well-being. As she drove home, the prior mist of fatigue seemed to lift, replaced by a sense of appreciation for the unforeseen hero who had come to her help. The evening's occasions had moved
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"I actually believed that we would eventually have to take sides.” Marcus could vividly recall the memories. He had been friends with Haven since high school, witnessing his journey through a painful breakup with his college girlfriend, who had betrayed him by getting involved with his roommate. Smoothly flowing friendship marked by shared experiences and challenges. The betrayal had caused Haven to build walls so high that they appeared insurmountable. His innate warmth and optimism were buried beneath layers of protective cynicism. When Fiona first re-introduced Alexis to their friend group few months ago, Marcus noticed the same wounded walls in her. Fresh from calling off her engagement to a man who had gradually tried to suppress her sparkle, in an effort to control her better, Alexis was portraying a demeanor characterized by sharp edges and cautious aloofness. Haven and Alexis moved around each other cautiously, like two wary cats, drawn to each other yet filled with insecurit
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The park seemed hushed, only the little giggles from the children playing and the jogging steps from around the park seemed to be the only sound apart from the heartbeat of both Haven and Alexis. Haven and Alexis sat across from each other, their gazes locked. Time seemed to stand still as they simply were, their presence filling the space with a quiet intensity. Haven's heart pounded in his chest. He’d never felt this way about anyone before. It was as if he was seeing her for the first time, every detail, every nuance, striking him with a fresh sense of wonder. Her eyes, a deep, captivating brown, held a universe of emotions. He could get lost in them for hours, exploring the depths of her soul. Alexis, too, was lost in the moment. She felt a warmth spreading through her, a comforting familiarity that she hadn’t experienced in a long time. Haven’s gaze was steady and kind, a stark contrast to the chaos that often surrounded her. In his eyes, she saw acceptance, understanding, and
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Haven's throat was fixed. He knew precisely what she meant—how they had both lost themselves in the splits and cleft of their fizzled marriage, getting to be individuals they didn’t recognize. "Do you ever think," he said, his voice scarcely capable of being heard, "about what us?" Alexis gave him a sidelong look, her expression softening. "All the time." They fell into a pensive quiet, the kind that comes as it were when two individuals share a history as well complicated for words. "I think," Alexis began gradually, "we were trying so hard to be what we thought the other needed that we overlooked to be ourselves." Haven gestured, her words resounding deeply. "No doubt. I thought I had to be this culminating supplier, continuously solid, continuously in control. But I wasn't truly letting you in. I see that now." "And I kept trying to be this perfect spouse," Alexis included with a little, self-deprecating snicker. "I needed to demonstrate that I was enough, that I coul
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Alexis let out a little, severe giggle. “I never stopped caring, Haven. That’s the problem.” The genuineness in her voice cut through him like a knife, more sharp than any offended she may have tossed his way. He leaned forward, resting his elbows on the table. “If you never stopped caring, why did you leave?” She hesitated, her expression tormented. “Because I was tired of waiting for you to choose me.” Haven felt the air leaving his lungs as if she had punched him. “What are you talking about? I was continuously there.” “You were physically there,” Alexis whispered, “but your heart was someplace else. Continuously working, continuously building. I needed more than that.” He closed his eyes, blaming wrapping around him like chains. He had worked himself to the bone to donate them both a great life, believing it would be enough. But in the process, he had missed the foremost vital thing—her. “I thought I was doing it for us,” he said, his voice overwhelming with lament.
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A minute, the walls around her heart trembling but not very falling. Perhaps, just perhaps, she might take another step. “Yeah,” she said unobtrusively. “I think I do.” Haven leaned back in his leather chair, checking the numbers on his laptop screen with a tired but fulfilled smile. Business was good, better than ever, in reality. Growing his firm had been one of the most risky choices of his life, but the payoff had surpassed his expectations. However, even in the midst of his proficient victory, a gloomy hurt remained underneath the surface, one that wasn’t so effortlessly relieved by benefits and development charts. He tapped a number of keys to distract himself and ran a hand down his face. He had a whole lot to do on his plate for the upcoming investors meeting that could serve as a major boost for the future of his company. His company that suffered a downgrade after the divorce with Alexis was slowly getting recognized and becoming a better version of itself.Outside the wide
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She moved awkwardly in her seat, brushing a strand of hair behind her ear. “It’s easier that way. In case you don’t expect anything, you can’t get hurt.” Dr. Patel inclined forward marginally, her hands resting on the armrests of her chair. “It sounds like you’ve built walls around yourself to secure against dissatisfaction. But those walls also make it difficult for people to associate with you, don't they?” Alexis collapsed her arms firmly over her chest. “Yeah, well. it’s not like anyone’s trying that hard, anyway.” “Do you think that’s true?” Dr. Patel inquired tenderly. “Or is that something you tell yourself since it feels safer?” Alexis looked absent, jaw fixing. “What difference does it make? They give up inevitably. Friends, boyfriends. everybody. It continuously happens.” Dr. Patel let a minute of hush hang between them before she spoke. “Tell me about your last relationship.” Alexis moaned, rubbing her sanctuaries. “Do we have to?” “I think it could help us learn mor
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Alexis giggled, the sound light and free. For the first time in a long time, she felt confident. “Maybe,” she said, looking at him, “but possibly it’s worth the risk.” Haven’s grin mollified, and in that minute, something moved between them—something inconspicuous but irrefutable. As the night wore on and the wine vanished, they found themselves closer than ever before, their chuckling blending within the warm glow of the room. And for the first time since her engagement ended, Alexis allowed herself to accept the plausibility of love again—not the perfect, fairy-tale kind, but the chaotic, complicated, genuine kind. And sitting there with Haven, she realized that perhaps, just perhaps, she was precisely where she was meant to be.The cool night air brushed against Alexis’s skin as she strolled down the quiet street. She’d left Haven’s place a little later than she’d planned, but the lingering warmth of the evening was a welcome change from the usual rush.A sense of peace washed
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Alexis didn’t drag her hand away, but she looked down at the ring once more, her lips squeezing into a lean line. “Why does it feel like I’ve been left with nothing?” “Because shock could be a thief,” Haven said delicately. “It takes more than just the person, it takes your sense of worth with it. But that’s a lie. You still have all of you, Alexis.” For a long minute, neither of them talked. The hum of discussion and clinking glasses filled the hush between them, a foundation clamour to the turmoil whirling in Alexis’s mind. Haven gave her hand a soft touch. “Let’s get out of here. This place isn’t precisely built for healing.” Alexis wavered but at that point nodded, thankful for the life saver he was proposed to. They ended up at Haven’s flat, the air thick with the comforting fragrance of coffee and cinnamon candles. Alexis twisted up on the couch, holding a warm mug between her hands while Haven sat over from her, his expression open and understanding. “It’s not just Mat
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Alexis yanked her arm free, dazzling at him. “No, Matthew. You had your chance, and you blew it. I deserve way better than this.” Matthew’s shoulders dropped back. For a moment, the sound between them was the murmur of the TV. “Where did you indeed meet Deborah?” Alexis inquired intensely, incapable of stopping herself. Matthew moaned intensely. “She’s an old friend from college. She got into a few financial inconveniences, and I thought I might help.” His voice trailed off, as if indeed he realized how lamentable the pardon sounded. Alexis shook her head in disbelief. “Unbelievable. You bet with our future for some lady from your past.” She turned and walked toward the door, her heart overwhelming but unfaltering. She had gone through for so long disregarding the signs, trusting Matthew would be the man he imagined to be. But presently, she saw the truth clearly, he had never been that man. “Alexis, please!” Matthew called after her, his voice splitting with edginess. “Don’t le
