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Until You. 26-Bookstores, Dreams, Lost Memories.
UNKNOWN.I kept catching glimpses of the man staring at me from across the bookstore, appearing to be in his mid-20s. I looked away, expressing gratitude to the bookstore attendant as she handed me the book I needed – "Pride and Prejudice," a novel my mum enjoyed reading repeatedly. Well, I can't deny, it's not that bad.Lifting my head, I observed the once-staring guy now a few feet away from me.Deciding to break the ice, I said, "Hi."He grinned, his smile bright and handsome, "Hey.""If I didn't know any better, I'd say you're following me, maybe even stalking. Do I need to bring out my pepper spray?" I eyed him warily.Damn it, Ro. No one says that EVER to a potential stalker or kidnapper."You come here quite often. I've noticed you for a while now, but I finally gathered the courage to come speak with you today," he explained.He went on, "I'm Finn, by the way."I responded with a smile, "Rose. You can call me Ro.""Nice to meet you, Ro. So, what brings you to the bookstore tod
Last Updated : 2024-05-12Until You. 27-Apologies, Forgiveness, Pity Fries.
OLIVIA.That familiar feeling of "Oh, my life's going great," only to be followed by a twist of fate - I've known it throughout my life. From dreaming of marrying James at 8 to experiencing my first kiss, my mother's passing, arriving at UCLA, and now, my first college boyfriend. Will I ever get my happy ending?I had a conversation with Dr. Bennett in our therapy session yesterday, and she kept apologizing for accidentally letting Matteo in on things. At first, I wanted to blame her, but deep down, I knew it wasn't her fault. After all, I never told Matteo anything, and I chose not to inform her that he remained oblivious. Now, it feels like I'm the one in the wrong in this situation, and I feel really guilty.On the flip side, what Matteo had to say to me wasn't nice. It was rude and mean, something I never expected from him. Glancing at my phone, I observed yet another incoming message.Matteo: I'm sorry Olly, can you at least pick up your phone? Please.A week has passed since Mat
Last Updated : 2024-05-12Until You. 28-Parties, Tension, Dismissed Emotions.
OLIVIA.It's Matteo and Izzy's birthday, marking their entrance into the grand world of 20-year-olds. I've been playfully teasing them all day about joining the "old team," conveniently ignoring the fact that I myself turned 20 just a couple of months ago. But hey, who's keeping track?Matteo is throwing a huge party at his apartment, and naturally, Izzy is obliged to attend. With Izzy in, it's a given that Emma and I are also on the guest list.So here we are, standing outside Matteo's place in our chic dresses and towering high heels.The desire to bail is hitting me hard, because guess who's expected to be inside? If you're thinking what I'm thinking, you're spot on.Gianna.It's not like I'm scared of her, but Matteo and I just went through a rocky phase in our relationship. I'm not eager for Gianna to stir up more issues, considering trouble seems to follow her wherever she goes."Can we finally head inside?" Emma impatiently questioned Isabella, who was savoring the last drop fr
Last Updated : 2024-05-12Until You. 29-Breakups, Penthouses, Grey Sweatpants.
OLIVIA.Have you experienced that intense mix of anger and sadness? It's like the weight of fury is bearing down on me, suffocating and frustrating. I have this overwhelming urge to scream, at anyone, anything, maybe even him. I want to shout until my voice gives out, just so he knows the depth of my anger. But I need to be sure he doesn't see how deeply he's hurt me. I refuse to give him that satisfaction.My phone buzzed with a message, and I let out an exasperated sigh, annoyed by the intrusion into the protective bubble of anger I'd wrapped around myself. I straightened up as I glanced at the caller ID.Dante: I heard about what happened. Are you okay? Do you need someone to talk to?Me: Oh my God, who told you?Dante: You do realize your boyfriend's my little brother, right?Me: I'm fine.Dante: ...Me: He hurt me again. Completely disregarded my feelings, made me feel stupid, all in front of her.Dante: Do you want to talk about it in person? We could grab coffee? Or hang out? O
Last Updated : 2024-05-12Until You. 30-Fries, Desire, Pricey Wine.
OLIVIA."Hey," I managed to muster as I took in the sight of him without a suit."Hi," He responded, his expression still stoic but with a hint of warmth in his eyes."Thank you for inviting me," I murmured, adjusting a stray strand of hair behind my ear."Of course, anytime," Dante responded, his tone steady and comforting."I grabbed those fries you were debating earlier. Thought they might help brighten your mood," he offered.I mustered a smile, trailing after him as he guided me towards the kitchen.As we walked, a bizarre thought flitted through my mind - What if he's about to stab me with a butcher knife? What if he's some secret serial killer, relishing in the slaughter of innocent souls? Oh God, maybe this whole thing was plotted with Matteo. Break up with me, and I'll seek solace in Dante, only to be lured into their sinister scheme. I honestly expect nothing less from Matteo. He's capable.Just the mere thought of him got me sad, because once again I'm back at his porch, tr
Last Updated : 2024-05-12Until You. 31-Mistakes, Regrets, Morning After.
OLIVIA.I remained seated on the bed, pinching the bridge of my nose in frustration, the pounding headache intensifying with each word from Emma's rant on the phone."When I said I didn't feel comfortable with Matteo anymore, I didn't mean you should run to his brother. What are we going to do? And what about Izzy?"I sighed, whispering back, "Do you think I planned for any of this? I came here to talk and hang out, because we're friends. Next thing I know, I wake up in his bed with a hangover.""At least tell me he was drunk too, so I'll know if I should call 911,""He was, we both were," I replied softly, stealing a glance at him to see if he was awake."I'll swing by to pick you up. There's no way he's driving you here without Izzy noticing. I'll explain to her that you had a fallout with Matteo and got drunk, ending up with some guy from the bar, not her brother," Emma exclaimed."Okay, I'll send you my location. And Emma?""Yeah?""I didn't intend for any of this to happen. I fee
Last Updated : 2024-05-12Until You. 32–Thoughts, Uncertainty, Shocking Revelations.
DANTE.It's been a couple of days—two days since I made what could either be the best or worst decision of my life, and I can't get it out of my head. The entire day after she left, her scent seemed to linger everywhere, only fueling the thoughts swirling in my mind. Olivia, my brother's ex-girlfriend.My train of thought was abruptly interrupted by the chiming of my phone. Glancing at the screen, I saw a notification from the building's concierge service: "Visitor waiting in lobby."I stood up from my seat and headed towards the discreetly installed intercom system in the corner of the room.Pressing the button, I connected with the concierge downstairs. "Good morning, Mr. Russo. Sorry for the interruption. Your driver, Sean, is here. Should I send him up?""Tell him to take the day off. I'll be working from home today," I replied."Understood, sir."With that, I ended the call and returned to my thoughts, only to be interrupted by the intercom buzzing again. I responded impatiently,
Last Updated : 2024-05-12Until You. 33-Dreams, Beaches, Tides of Memories.
I settled into my usual spot on the beach, the gentle sound of waves washing over the shore. With a sigh of contentment, I took a sip of my drink, letting the tropical flavors dance across my palate. As I glanced around, families scattered along the shoreline caught my eye, parents chasing after their children, laughter ringing out like a melody. A pang of longing tugged at my heart as I observed mothers chasing after their children, their husbands by their side, the picture of domestic bliss.My mind wandered back to Finn, the memory of him etched vividly in my thoughts. It had been a month since that unexpected recollection, since the dream that felt more real than reality itself. Since then, he had become a constant presence in my mind, his smile haunting my dreams, his voice a distant echo in the recesses of my memory.My therapist assured me that it was normal, that after years of cognitive exercises and memory training, fragments of my past would resurface. Yet, each dream felt
Last Updated : 2024-05-12
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Until You. 40–Texts, Surprises, Conflicting Emotions.
OLIVIA.Days had gone by since my mum’s return, and I was still processing everything. It felt like an endless whirlwind of emotions—surreal, disorienting, and yet, oddly comforting at times. She was here, alive. I had my mum back. That reality hadn’t fully sunk in yet, and I wasn’t sure it ever would.We’d been spending a lot of time together, talking, reconnecting, and even having a few sessions with Dr. Bennet. It was going well so far. But it wasn’t without its struggles. The nightmares were back. The ones where my mum died in that accident. The same haunting images that had plagued my sleep for years. And the worst part? They felt even more terrifying now because my mum was alive and standing right in front of me. I couldn’t shake the fear that something would happen to her again.That’s probably why it was good that she was staying with my dad for the time being. At least there, I could feel like she was safe, even if just for a while.But the one thing I wasn’t prepared for? Th
Until You. 39–Tears, Monitors, A Mother's Love.
A faint beeping sound pulled me from my unconsciousness. My chest felt heavy, my limbs weak, and when I tried to open my eyes, the bright light above me made me wince.I blinked slowly, my vision adjusting, and the stark white ceiling came into focus. I wasn’t at home. The sterile smell of antiseptic hit me next, and I realized I was in a hospital room.Panic surged through me as flashes of what happened earlier began to surface. Aunt Stella’s coffee shop. My dad. Her.My breathing quickened, and the heart monitor to my left beeped louder, faster. I turned my head slightly, wincing at the sharp ache in my chest, and saw Emma sitting in a chair beside me, her face pale and her eyes red-rimmed. She wasn’t scrolling on her phone or fidgeting like she usually did. Instead, she stared at me like I might disappear if she looked away.“Emma,” I croaked, my voice raspy and dry.She shot up from her seat, knocking the chair over in the process. “Oh my God, Olly, you’re awake,” she said, her vo
Until You. 38–Truth, Bonds, A Mother's Return.
OLIVIAIzzy and I sat on the couch in the living room, the air thick with unspoken tension. Emma, standing in the center of the room with a determined look, waited for us to break the silence."Well?" she prompted, her gaze sharp and expectant.Izzy finally broke the silence, her voice laced with anger. "Well? What do you want me to say? I just found out one of my best friends was sleeping with my brother behind my back, and none of you had the decency to tell me. Am I supposed to be excited about this?""First of all, I knew about it, but it wasn’t my place to tell you," Emma replied, her tone defensive. "I’ve known Olivia since we were kids, and it's not that simple—""Of course you knew," Izzy cut in. "And I’m just the girl you all met here, forced into being best friends because we’re roommates."Emma sighed. "That’s not what I meant. Both Olivia and I care about you and want what's best for you. We messed up, and we’re sorry. But we shouldn’t let this ruin what we have."Emma glan
Until You. 37–Confrontations, Confessions, Cold Statements.
OLIVIA.As I rode down from the intense high of my orgasm, collapsing against Dante, my breath came in ragged gasps. His whispered words, "Best birthday gift ever," sent a shiver down my spine, but as he brought his fingers, still warm from our intimate encounter, to his lips and sensually licked them clean, a rush of panic flooded my senses.Reality crashed down on me, overwhelming the lingering haze of pleasure, a sense of unease gnawed at the edges of my consciousness. What had I just done?My eyes widened in realization, and I hurriedly straightened my ridden-up dress, cursing softly under my breath. Grabbing my phone and purse, which I had barely noticed I had discarded, I rushed towards the elevator, my heart pounding in my chest.Dante's urgent calls for me to wait echoed in the background, but I couldn't bring myself to face him. I needed to escape, to put distance between us before I drowned in the whirlwind of emotions swirling inside me.Fumbling with the buttons, I despera
Until You. 36–Elevators, Attractions, Uncontrolled Desire.
OLIVIA.Stepping into the building, a wave of uncertainty washed over me. Did I really want to be here? The thought nagged at me, but I pushed it aside. I was already here; there was no turning back now.Approaching the reception desk, I was met with a curious and a bit of familiar glance from the concierge. I racked my brain, trying to place where I might have seen her before, but nothing came to mind."Olivia?" the concierge asked, her voice tinged with familiarity.I nodded hesitantly, unsure of how I was recognized. Nevertheless, the concierge gestured for me to proceed.Making my way to the elevator that led to Dante's penthouse, I couldn't shake the feeling of doubt creeping in. Was I making a mistake by coming here? But I reasoned with myself - I was just here to talk, right?The elevator doors slid open, revealing Dante's living room bathed in natural light. I stepped out tentatively, glancing around the spacious and impeccably decorated space, unsure of what to do now that I
Until You. 35-Noon, Peonies, Guilty Pleasures.
OLIVIA.It was a lazy afternoon, and predictably mundane.With just one class scheduled, the rest of the day stretched out before me, a yawning expanse of time waiting to be filled. Izzy was out for lunch with Lucas, while Emma was likely holed up in her room, immersed in a video call with Tyler.I found myself in the living room, sprawled on the couch with a bag of fries in hand, indulging in one of my guilty pleasures-re-watching "Wild Child" for what must have been the tenth time. I couldn't help but mouth along to some of the lines.Suddenly, the shrill ring of the doorbell pierced the air, shattering the serenity of my lazy afternoon. I groaned inwardly, my head falling back against the cushions as I silently prayed for Emma to magically emerge and answer the door.But of course, luck wasn't on my side that day. The doorbell rang again, and Emma's voice echoed from her room, oblivious to my silent plea. "There's someone at the door, Olly!!!" she shouted, her voice carrying a hint
Until You. 34-Toasts, College, Conflicting Emotions.
OLIVIA.I woke up to the annoying buzz of my alarm, the morning sun already streaming through the curtains, casting a warm glow over my room. Groaning, I fumbled to turn it off, feeling the weight of the day ahead settling over me like a heavy blanket. Today was going to be a challenge, and I wasn't sure I was ready to face it.Dragging myself out of bed, I went through the motions of my morning routine. Thoughts of Matteo crept into my mind, along with a surge of anger and guilt that I wasn't prepared to deal with just yet. And then there was the constant charade of pretending everything was fine around Izzy, living under the same roof while hiding the truth.Before I could dwell too much on my thoughts, Emma barged into my room, her usual morning grumpiness evident on her face. Without even waiting for a response, she mumbled something about needing my toothpaste and disappeared into the bathroom, leaving me to shake my head in exasperation.Turning my attention to my dresser, I rum
Until You. 33-Dreams, Beaches, Tides of Memories.
I settled into my usual spot on the beach, the gentle sound of waves washing over the shore. With a sigh of contentment, I took a sip of my drink, letting the tropical flavors dance across my palate. As I glanced around, families scattered along the shoreline caught my eye, parents chasing after their children, laughter ringing out like a melody. A pang of longing tugged at my heart as I observed mothers chasing after their children, their husbands by their side, the picture of domestic bliss.My mind wandered back to Finn, the memory of him etched vividly in my thoughts. It had been a month since that unexpected recollection, since the dream that felt more real than reality itself. Since then, he had become a constant presence in my mind, his smile haunting my dreams, his voice a distant echo in the recesses of my memory.My therapist assured me that it was normal, that after years of cognitive exercises and memory training, fragments of my past would resurface. Yet, each dream felt
Until You. 32–Thoughts, Uncertainty, Shocking Revelations.
DANTE.It's been a couple of days—two days since I made what could either be the best or worst decision of my life, and I can't get it out of my head. The entire day after she left, her scent seemed to linger everywhere, only fueling the thoughts swirling in my mind. Olivia, my brother's ex-girlfriend.My train of thought was abruptly interrupted by the chiming of my phone. Glancing at the screen, I saw a notification from the building's concierge service: "Visitor waiting in lobby."I stood up from my seat and headed towards the discreetly installed intercom system in the corner of the room.Pressing the button, I connected with the concierge downstairs. "Good morning, Mr. Russo. Sorry for the interruption. Your driver, Sean, is here. Should I send him up?""Tell him to take the day off. I'll be working from home today," I replied."Understood, sir."With that, I ended the call and returned to my thoughts, only to be interrupted by the intercom buzzing again. I responded impatiently,
