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Maya sat at her desk, the soft hum of the office around her barely registering. Her thoughts kept drifting back to the afternoon she had spent with Ash. Their conversation, the honesty in his eyes—it was everything she had wanted to hear, but still, a part of her hesitated. Hindi siya sigurado kung kaya niyang bitawan ang mga takot na matagal nang nakatanim sa puso niya. But something had shifted inside her. Maybe it was the way he had looked at her when he said he was willing to try. Hindi niya pa kayang magtiwala nang buo, but maybe she could allow herself to take it one day at a time. She tapped the edge of her coffee cup, lost in thought, when a notification from her phone broke her reverie. It was from Ash. “Good morning, Maya. I’ve been thinking about our conversation. I know we’re taking it slow, and I respect that. But I just wanted to say, I’m happy that we’re doing this. Let’s keep taking things one step at a time. I’m here, and I’m not going anywhere.”Her heart fluttered
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Maya sat at her favorite café, the warm aroma of freshly brewed coffee mixing with the slight crispness in the air. The past few weeks had been a whirlwind of emotions, but in the best way possible. Every time she saw Ash, she felt both grounded and elevated at the same time. They were taking things slow, yes, but there was no denying that something deeper was beginning to grow between them. As she stirred her coffee absentmindedly, her phone buzzed on the table. It was a message from Ash. “Good morning, Maya. I’ve been thinking about last night... dinner was great. I enjoy every moment I spend with you. You make everything feel light. I’m really happy that we’re doing this.”She smiled, her fingers hovering over the screen as she typed her response.“I’m happy too, Ash. I didn’t think I could feel this comfortable with someone again, but here we are. Let’s keep this going, one day at a time.”As she sent the message, a warm feeling spread in her chest. It was crazy to think how far
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Maya sat in the cozy corner of her apartment, the soft hum of city life outside blending with the low volume of the music playing in the background. Her thoughts were swirling, but they were different now. She wasn’t running away from them anymore. Hindi na siya takot. And for the first time in what felt like forever, she was allowing herself to feel everything that she was beginning to feel for Ash. It had been a month since their spontaneous day trip, and things between them had only gotten deeper. They had shared more moments, laughed at silly things, and spent late-night conversations talking about everything and nothing at all. Maya could feel the connection between them growing stronger with each passing day. She wasn’t sure how it happened, but it was undeniable now. Ash wasn’t just the guy from SoulLink anymore. He was becoming a part of her life, someone who made her heart feel safe, heard, and seen.Her phone buzzed, pulling her from her thoughts. It was Ash.“I’ll be there
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Maya felt a flutter in her chest as she stared at herself in the bathroom mirror. She was nervous—no, more like terrified. She had been dating Ash for a couple of months now, but today was different. Today, he was going to meet someone important: her mother, Rachel.“Are you sure about this, Maya?” she muttered under her breath, adjusting her hair for what felt like the hundredth time. Her phone buzzed on the counter, breaking her thoughts. It was a message from Ash. “On my way. Should I bring flowers? Or maybe wine? :)”Maya laughed softly, feeling the nerves settle slightly. Asher always had a way of lightening the mood, even with the simplest gestures. She quickly typed back.“No need for wine yet, just bring yourself. My mom’s a sucker for genuine smiles, so you should be okay.”It was true. Her mom, Rachel, had always been warm and welcoming, but she could be a little protective when it came to Maya’s relationships. After everything Maya had gone through with her father and the
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Limang buwan na pala. Five months. As Maya sat in her favorite coffee shop, the comforting hum of the crowd around her a distant background noise, she realized just how much had changed in her life. Five months ago, she was uncertain about love, about opening up to someone again. Yet, here she was—feeling content, secure, and loved.But then again, Asher Reed was no ordinary man. He wasn’t just the CEO of NovaSpire, nor the guy she had matched with on SoulLink. He was now someone who had slowly, but surely, made his way into her heart—through patience, kindness, and understanding. He had been courting her for five months, and in every way that mattered, he had proven to her that he wasn’t just in this for the thrill of a casual relationship. He was serious.And she? Well, she was trying to catch up. It wasn’t easy. Maya had always been guarded, especially after everything that had happened to her in the past, but with Ash, she was finding it easier to open up. He made her feel like sh
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It’s been more than five months now since I matched with Ash on SoulLink. Five months of laughter, late-night talks, and countless moments that made me believe that maybe, just maybe, love wasn’t as complicated as I thought it was. Kahit ako, hindi ko alam kung paano kami nakarating dito. But one thing was certain. I was in deep. And I didn’t mind one bit. Ash had been nothing short of amazing—patient, understanding, and so sincere in the way he treated me. He made it easy to fall for him.One Saturday afternoon, habang nagkakape kami sa isang café, I looked at him with a mix of amusement and admiration. “You know,” I started, “I think this is the longest courtship I’ve had in... forever.”Ash smiled, that usual warmth spreading across his face. “I’m honored to be the one to break that record, then.”I chuckled, shaking my head. “I’m serious. I mean, I’m not counting the ones from high school, but in terms of actual... grown-up relationships, you’re it.”Ash leaned back in his seat,
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It was a quiet Sunday afternoon when Ash and I found ourselves sitting on the roof deck of my apartment, the city’s skyline spread out before us like a vast, glittering canvas. The soft breeze kissed my skin, and the distant hum of traffic was oddly soothing. It had been a long week—one full of meetings, family obligations, and the usual chaos of life. But today, it felt like the world had paused just for us. I wasn’t sure if it was the calm of the moment or the lingering thoughts in my mind, but something about today felt different. There was a kind of weight to it, a quiet anticipation, as if the universe itself was holding its breath.Ash was sitting beside me, his arm brushing against mine. He had this relaxed vibe to him, but I could see the way his jaw tightened every now and then. As always, he had that magnetic energy about him, and yet, there was something vulnerable in the way he looked at me. Something that hinted at the emotions he was choosing to leave unsaid.We’d been
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It felt surreal. Parang isang magandang panaginip na ayaw ko pang magising. Ang pagiging official namin ni Ash, yung pagiging magkasintahan ang nagbukas ng bagong chapter sa buhay ko na hindi ko in-expect na mangyayari. Alam ko, hindi ko na dapat pinipilit na kontrolin ang lahat. Masaya ako, at yun lang ang mahalaga.It was the morning after we had finally made things official, and I was sitting in the cozy corner of my apartment, my legs curled underneath me as I sipped on my coffee. I couldn’t help but smile every time I thought of last night—his words, his touch, the way everything felt just right. But now, with the sun peeking through the window, I couldn’t stop the nervous excitement building in me. I kept checking my phone, hoping for a message from Ash. We hadn’t had time to talk much about our “first day” as a couple. I mean, we were already spending so much time together, but now, it felt different. It felt real. And I wasn’t sure if I was ready for all the new emotions that
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The past few days had been… complicated, to say the least. Ever since that party, Victoria had been like a persistent shadow, constantly lurking around, trying to get under my skin. I tried my best to ignore her—after all, I had Ash, and that was all that mattered. But Victoria seemed determined to make my life as difficult as possible. I had a feeling she wasn’t just trying to win Ash back. She was trying to prove something. And unfortunately, I was the target.It was late afternoon when I got the first message. Victoria: Are you sure you know what you're getting into, Maya? I just don't want you to be another one of Ash's distractions. You deserve more, you know. But, if you're okay with playing second fiddle, that's on you.I stared at the screen for a moment, trying to keep my cool. But the more I read it, the more I felt my blood boil. Second fiddle? Distraction? I had been nothing but genuine with Ash, and yet here she was, trying to undermine me at every turn.I thought about
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As we made our way out of the party, my heart still racing from the encounter with Victoria, I felt a sense of relief wash over me. It was over. Or so I thought. Ash’s hand was a steady comfort in mine, and we walked towards the car, the cold night air refreshing after the suffocating tension in the ballroom.“Thank you for having my back,” I murmured, looking up at him, feeling the weight of the evening slowly lift.“Always,” Ash replied, squeezing my hand gently. “I’m sorry you had to deal with her tonight.”I shrugged, trying to push away the feeling of frustration that still lingered. “I can handle her. It’s just… sometimes I wonder why she’s still in the picture. She doesn’t know when to back off.”Ash’s jaw tightened slightly, but he said nothing more as we reached the car. The driver opened the door for us, and we slid into the backseat. I leaned against Ash, taking comfort in his presence, letting myself relax as the car started moving through the quiet streets. But just as I
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The night had started off so perfectly. After the tension with Victoria, I’d managed to shake off the discomfort and focused on enjoying the rest of the evening with Ash. We danced, we laughed, and I even felt a little bit more at home in the sea of well-dressed strangers. Ash was, as always, a calming presence beside me. But deep down, I couldn’t shake the feeling that tonight wasn’t over. Not yet.The soft murmur of conversations filled the large ballroom as we made our way through the crowd, Ash keeping a protective arm around me. We stopped to talk to a few more of his colleagues, and I was starting to feel more relaxed when, suddenly, the atmosphere shifted.I felt a chill that cut through the warmth of the room. I didn’t know why, but the air felt different, heavier. It wasn’t until I heard the high-pitched voice that I understood why.“Maya! What are you doing here?”Victoria.I didn’t even need to turn around to know it was her. The voice was unmistakable. I turned slowly, my
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It was the weekend, and Ash had invited me to a birthday party hosted by one of his business associates, a prominent figure in the tech industry. He had casually mentioned it the week before, but I wasn’t expecting the level of formality involved. I had heard a lot about these high-society gatherings before—glittering events filled with executives, politicians, and other influential people. I wasn’t exactly comfortable in those circles, but I was excited to be spending the evening with Ash, who promised to keep me grounded in the chaos.“I promise, it won’t be that bad,” he assured me when I expressed my nerves earlier in the day. He had even gone so far as to pick out my outfit—an elegant navy blue gown with subtle silver embroidery that made me feel like I was stepping into a different world. Ash was already dressed in his usual impeccable style, looking every bit the CEO he was, but with a kind, warm smile that made him approachable despite the polished persona. “You look stunning
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Isang linggo na ang nakalipas mula nang maging official kami ni Ash, at honestly, I couldn’t remember the last time I’d felt this content. Parang ordinaryo lang, pero hindi—everyday with him felt special, in the simplest ways possible. Wala nang grand gestures, but it was in the little things—like how he'd always check on me in the morning or how we'd send each other random memes throughout the day. It was becoming a routine, and I was loving it.I woke up early this Saturday, the sunlight peeking through the blinds of my room, and reached for my phone. I smiled the moment I saw the message from Asher.Good morning, Maya. How’d you sleep?I couldn’t help but smile at his simple message. I replied quickly.Good morning! Slept well, thanks. How about you?I waited for his reply, savoring the few quiet minutes before my day officially began. Minsan lang akong maging morning person, but with him, I was looking forward to starting the day right. Parang natural lang na may taong magmamagand
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Pagising ko kinabukasan, ang unang bagay na tumakbo sa isip ko ay si Ash. I couldn’t help it. After the events of yesterday, everything felt like a dream come true. Hindi ko pa rin ganap matanggap na magkasama kami now, officially, as in boyfriend-girlfriend na. Yesterday was perfect, but today—today was just as good.I rubbed my eyes, stretching as I sat up in bed, and glanced at my phone. I was half-expecting a message from Ash, and I wasn’t disappointed.Good morning, Maya. I hope you slept well. How about we grab breakfast together later?I smiled at the simplicity of it. It wasn’t grand or overly romantic, but it was just right. It felt real.Good morning, Ash. I did, thanks. Breakfast sounds perfect. See you in a bit?A few minutes later, he replied.I’ll pick you up in 30. Don’t keep me waiting.I chuckled. That was Ash, playful and direct. I stood up from the bed and started getting ready. It was strange, but in the best way possible, I felt a little lighter. I had nothing to
