I thought that'd be one of the rare moments I ran into Chris. After all, Jinovy was a huge city. Loving couples could hardly see one another, let alone a chance encounter between acquaintances. Yet, that evening, as I waited for Lulu at the entrance to Jesselton College, I bumped into Chris once more.He was wearing a dark brown blazer without a white shirt and without any tie. I could see his collarbone from the collar. When I saw him, I had a feeling of deja vu that brought me to the day I first met him. He was wearing a white shirt then too. Other than the slight crow's feet beside his eyes, he looked just the same.His eyes were just as mesmerizing, and he was as aloof as before. Back then, I fell for him, and I ended with a heartbreak. While his eyes remained the same, I only wanted to stay as far away from him. I didn't know if he wanted to see me or not. But I definitely did not want to see him.I quickly turned my back on him and pretended that I didn't notice him. Unfortu
The cute man next to me raised his brows and smirked. It was an enigmatic smirk. I dragged Lulu with me and left. Wherever Chris was, it felt suffocating. After five years, I realized that Chris wasn't that essential in my life and that it was easy to forget him.It even was easy to move on from the whole relationship. Why was that? Back then, I was head over heels for him. Why was one little incident all it took to destroy the feelings I had for him?Perhaps what destroyed the feelings wasn't that incident but the indifference he showed toward me and this relationship. Perhaps in my heart, I had already given up on this relationship. What happened that day was the straw that broke the camel's back. Perhaps the relationship was already dead.Chris didn't see my point. He gave chase and tried to drag me, but Lulu swatted his hand away. Lulu was my best friend. She was very protective, so she inserted herself before me when she saw I was in danger. "Mr. Moyer, you've broken up with
Seeing that I was still in the mood to joke, Lulu let out a sigh of relief. She patted her chest and uttered, "I was so scared. I thought you'd go back to him.""What? Do you think I'm a masochist? I wasted five years of my life on him. I'm not going to waste any more time.""But Zara, five years is a lot. Can you truly forget him?"I clenched my hands to suppress the sadness welling inside my chest. "It'd be a lie if I said I already moved on. He has disappointed me with his actions. After these few months post-breakup, I've moved on quite a lot. I'm sure that soon enough, he'll just be history."Luna winked at me and said naughtily, "Do you know, Zara? The best way to move on from a breakup is to start a new relationship. You've seen how many handsome men there are at my college, haven't you? They're all as handsome as Chris. Should I introduce someone trustworthy to you?"I pouted and rolled my eyes at her. What kind of idea was that? "No thanks. Not everyone is lucky enough li
"If my man can be stolen away, that just means he was never mine to begin with. If my man and I are meant to be together, no one can take him away. So, I'm not worried at all. I just want you to save money. I have enough space for you here, so why spend money on rent?" Lulu continued to persuade me.I knew she was worried that I'd feel lonely if I stayed outside. She wanted to keep me company. But I needed to grow up eventually. Yesterday, Zachary called me and said that it was difficult to make a living in Jinovy and that going back to our hometown might be the better option.But everything in Southsville reminded me of Chris. I didn't want to think about him. Besides, like what Lulu had said, there were more opportunities in Jinovy than in Southsville. Hence, I decided to stay. A new job is the perfect way to start a new journey.I started learning martial arts when I was five, and I had been practicing it for nearly 20 years. I had won many awards too. I was confident enough to
He had lost a lot of weight. The previously fitting clothes on him looked baggy now. His usually clean-shaven jawline was speckled with dark stubble. And in his cold eyes, there was defeat and desperation. Why? Was it caused by regret or the unwillingness to let go?During the five years we were together, he gave me indifference and humiliation. Yet six months after we broke up, he kept appearing at the building where I lived. I was so confused. When we were dating, I could count with both hands the times he came to pick me up.Yet less than two weeks after we met again, I saw him on a daily basis. It was either in front of the apartment building or at the entrance to my company.Even when I went to the cinema to watch a movie alone out of boredom, I would see him leaning against his car and looking at the crowd as everyone exited the theater. I was a very decisive person when it came to love.I was committed when I loved someone. And when I no longer loved them, I broke up with th
"Don't say that, Zara. I know I made a mistake in the past. I let you down. But I didn't do it on purpose. Faye and I grew up together. When we played house, she was my wife. I thought I was in love with her, so whenever I had to choose something, I always chose her."But after you left me and I began to date her, I realized that she wasn't the person in my memory. I would miss you so much at night. I was so drunk one day that I called you a million times, hoping that you'd come to pick me up. But none of my calls went through. None."Whether you believe it or not, Zara, that was my first true heartbreak. I made a mistake in the past, and I don't expect you to forgive me. But please give me the chance to redeem myself. I'll love you with my heart."Don't you want to travel? I can book the plane tickets now. We'll fly tomorrow, okay?"For some reason, Chris turned emotional, and his eyes turned glossy. They were as beautiful as ever, but I couldn't see myself in them. His emotional
Chris' skinny body faltered. The pain in his eyes was palpable, but I ignored it coldly. Pain? This was nothing compared to the hurt he had given me back then. It was now his turn to feel the pain. What swift justice."Zara, don't do this. I love you." He came closer to grab my hand.I dodged away and chuckled. "You love me? Then call Faye in front of me and tell her everything. Cut her off your life and I'll believe you."Chris lowered his arms. He couldn't respond. I cackled out loud. So that was his love. No wonder I wouldn't believe him. How could he convince me about his love when he couldn't convince himself that he loved me? What a joke."Why? You can't let her go? So why act like a hopeless romantic here? I won't buy your pretense anymore. Remember what you said, Chris? If you come to bother me again, you'll be a loser. So, stop pestering me. I don't want to be seen with a loser. It's humiliating."It was late, but since we were standing before the entrance to Jesselton Co
Chris' fearful and avoidant gaze told me that he was afraid of speaking his mind. It was not that he couldn't. In other words, he was afraid of Winston. I couldn't help but feel even more curious about Winston's identity."This is between me and my girlfriend. Stay out of it," warned Chris.Winston raised his brows and asked me coldly, "Are you his girlfriend?"I shook my head violently and denied it, "Not at all. We broke up more than six months ago. We're strangers now. He's lying. Don't trust him. He's trying to harass me. That's right, harass."Winston grinned, and light sparkled in his eyes. "Did you hear that? What else do you have to say?"Chris stood up. He was irritated and mad. He glared at Winston as if he wanted to kill him with his intense gaze. Winston put both hands in his pockets nonchalantly and walked a few steps toward Chris. While he was lanky and young, he had an intimidating aura around him.As he advanced, Chris backed off until he turned around and ran awa