Loving You Too Long

Loving you is not a sin, but why must I bear so much pain?If I could choose and turn back time, then I wouldn't try not to fall in love with you. I would go back to the point in time when I didn't fall in love with you.But I know none of this is in my control because all this is the path of my destiny.So, may I ask instead?If you can't love me, then stop hurting me.Because really, I don't want this love to turn into hate.If you can't love me, then stop torturing my feelings.Because really, I want to remember all the sweet things between us, even if it's just a matter of fingers.If you can't love me, then let me forget you.

Six years later,"You take care there. Look after yourself, don't make Nathan and Gilbert worry," Mrs. Smith's advice echoed in Haisley's ears once again. She, now sitting in the airport waiting area, could only nod in response to her mother's words from across the overseas call."Don't just nod along. You have to get rid of your spoiled attitude. Remember, there you need to focus on your studies. Don't shift your focus to other things," Mr. Smith chimed in this time. Haisley could only chuckle but then nodded again."Alright then, I have to pick up my luggage," she said, bidding farewell. Her parents waved once more through the small screen in her hands. The middle-aged couple's faces looked melancholic, clearly still not fully accepting their youngest daughter's departure.Yes. Following her best friend Gilbert's advice, Haisley had resolved to fight for a scholarship so she could join her soulmate. She gave up her dreams of being a ballerina and chose to focus on academics to secur

"Daydreaming?" His voice brought her back to reality. She looked at Gilbert, who was now standing with his arms folded across his chest. Haisley glanced at her friend with a shy smile."No," she deflected politely. But Gilbert sneered."Rest, get rid of your jet lag. I'll call you when dinner is ready," he said, a statement met by Haisley's nod.Gilbert left the room, closing the door behind him. Haisley didn't know where he went. She simply followed his suggestion to rest and get over her jet lag. Lying on the queen-sized bed, her mind drifted back to the past, to a time when her heart had shattered unexpectedly because of a scene she never anticipated witnessing.**Flashback:**Once again, Haisley wiped sweat off her forehead with the back of her hand. The weather was scorching today, but that wasn't the issue. The problem was that she was also on the first day of her period, and her stomach was incredibly uncomfortable. She desperately wanted to get home quickly. But the faster she

"In that case," the girl extended her fingers adorned with beautiful pink nail polish and glittering accessories. "I'd be more than happy to be your first friend in this city. Don't hesitate to ask for help. As long as I can, I'll always assist you." Haisley's smaller hand met Loretta's. Loretta wasn't her enemy, she wrote in her heart. She was just a pretty and sweet girl who held a special place in the heart of the man she loved.And the man she referred to finally appeared. He was wearing a well-fitted black tuxedo with a neatly tied bow tie around his neck. The attire accentuated his broad shoulders and chest. His slim waist and long legs were clad in matching trousers. Haisley looked up, examining the man once more. His thick black hair was neatly combed, emphasizing his strong jawline. The stubble on his chin and thin mustache further accentuated his face. Thick, gracefully arched eyebrows framed his sharp eyes with dark blue irises.He, Nathaniel, the man she had admired for te

Lectures have already started. It's hard to believe Haisley has been living with Gilbert and Nathan for a month now. During this time, she only met Nathan a few times. Those meetings never lasted more than five minutes and were just casual greetings from the hosts to their guest.Haisley was busy with her new life, making friends and socializing with people her age. Gilbert helped her with that. The third-year student introduced her to a group of American students and his other friends, whom Haisley started to like.As for Nathaniel? She knew he was trying to avoid her. When she was at home, he preferred to lock himself in his office or leave the house and come back late at night. Haisley didn't want to speculate about what he was doing out there. Even though Gilbert often teased her about women who might be spending time with Nathan.And of course, she and Gilbert knew that Nathan was a normal guy. That meant it was unlikely for Nathan to go out with a woman and just hold hands. Hais