It was a peaceful evening, and the sun had already set. I was sitting on my couch, reading a book, when I heard a knock at my door. I walked over to answer it, and to my surprise, it was Felix."Hey," he said with a smile, holding a small gift bag in his hand. "I hope it's okay that I dropped by.""Of course it is," I replied, feeling a warmth spread through me at the sight of him. "Come in."I led him to the living room, where he handed me the gift bag. "This is for Lily," he said, gesturing to the bag."Thank you, Felix," I said, smiling as I opened it. Inside was a stuffed bear with a ribbon around its neck. "She's going to love it.""I hope so," he said, sitting down next to me on the couch. "And this," he added, holding up a small box, "is for you."I opened the box to reveal a delicate silver necklace with a small heart-shaped pendant. "Felix, it's beautiful," I said, touched by his thoughtfulness."I'm glad you like it," he replied, his eyes sparkling.We shared a bottle of wi
I felt a mix of excitement and anxiety as I packed our belongings, ready to start a new chapter in my life with Felix and Lily. I knew that leaving my childhood home would be difficult, but I was determined to create a happy and stable family for my daughter.As I said goodbye to my mom, I felt a lump in my throat. I hugged her tightly, feeling the weight of the moment. "I'm sorry, Mom," I whispered, "but I have to do what's best for Lily and for us." My mother nodded, understanding the difficult decision her daughter had made."It's okay, Iris. I know this day would come," she smiled at me.I felt a sense of relief and optimism as I walked out of the door, knowing that I was taking a step toward a better future. I held Felix's hand tightly, feeling the warmth of his love and support. As we drove to our new home, I couldn't help but smile at the thought of the life they would build together.In the car, Lily was full of questions and excitement, asking about their new home and what it
I felt a mix of excitement and nervousness as I heard a knock on the door. I knew it was Max, and I couldn't wait to catch up with her.As I opened the door, Max's familiar face greeted me with a smile. "Iris! It's so good to see you!" she exclaimed, pulling me into a tight embrace."It's great to see you too, Max," I replied, feeling a surge of warmth in my chest. "Come on in."Max stepped into the apartment, looking around at the unfamiliar surroundings. "Wow, this place is nice," she commented, taking in the modern decor and spacious living room.I led her to the kitchen, where I had prepared some snacks and drinks. As we sat down at the table, I couldn't help but feel a sense of comfort in Max's presence. She knew me better than anyone else, and I knew that I could trust her with anything."How are you?" I ask."I'm doing great. Lance has already made the book cover of my book, and I really liked it," she said, smiling at me."Are things between you and lance doing great?" I ask h
MAX'S POINT OF VIEWI sat on my bed, staring blankly at the wall in front of me. I couldn't shake the feeling that Red was drifting away from me, becoming more distant by the day. It seemed like we were growing apart, and she didn't know why.I felt lost and confused. Red was one of my best friends, and we had been through so much together. We laughed, cried, and shared our deepest secrets. We had always been there for each other, no matter what. But now it felt like Red was slipping through my fingers.I tried to pinpoint the moment when things had started to change. Had I said something wrong? Had I done something to upset Red? I wracked my brain, but I couldn't come up with any answers. All I knew was that Red was pulling away, and she didn't know how to stop it.I felt a sense of dread in the pit of my stomach. What if Red didn't want to be friends anymore? What if he had found someone else to confide in? I couldn't bear the thought of losing my best friend.As tears rolled down m
I picked up the phone and heard Red's voice on the other end. He sounded subdued and serious, not his usual upbeat self.As we talked, Red confided in me that he was worried about Max. He missed her a lot and was concerned that their friendship was drifting apart because of him. I could sense the sadness in Red's voice as he spoke.Red also revealed that he was scared to take the next step in their friendship. He was afraid of falling harder for Max and potentially ruining their relationship. I could hear the vulnerability in Red's voice as he shared his feelings.I listened carefully and tried to offer some words of encouragement. I reminded Red of how important Max was to him and how much their friendship meant. I also encouraged him to be honest with Max about his feelings, even if it was scary.I could tell that Red was still hesitant, but I hoped that my words had provided some comfort. I promised to be there for him and to support him no matter what."She visited me in my studio
As Felix and I stepped into the restaurant, I couldn't help but feel a pang of worry when I saw Max and Lance sitting at a nearby table. They seemed to be enjoying their meal and each other's company, completely unaware of our presence.I glanced over at Felix, hoping that he hadn't noticed them yet. But he had, and he looked back at me with a quizzical expression."What's wrong, Iris?" he asked, concerned.I took a deep breath before answering. "It's just that... I invited Red for dinner too. I'm worried about how he'll react when he sees them together."Felix looked thoughtful for a moment before nodding in understanding. "I see what you mean. But remember, we can't control how other people feel or react. All we can do is be there for them and support them."His words made sense, and I felt a small sense of relief wash over me. He was right - we couldn't control how Red would feel or react, but we could be there for him and support him in whatever way he needed.As we sat down at ou
I was overjoyed when Lily's school announced that they were going to have a daddy-daughter dance. Lily had been looking forward to this event for weeks, and I couldn't wait for her to experience it with her dad, Felix.We went to the mall to shop for a dress for Lily, and it was so heartwarming to see how excited she was as she twirled around in different dresses. I knew Felix would be so proud of his little girl.After we found the perfect dress, we decided to catch a movie while we were at the mall. As we settled into our seats, I couldn't help but feel a sense of contentment wash over me. Watching Lily and Felix enjoy each other's company was one of the most beautiful things I had ever seen.During the movie, I noticed Felix wiping away tears during an emotional scene. I smiled to myself, knowing how much he loved his family and how much he cared for Lily. I felt grateful to have him as my partner and the father of my child.As the movie ended, Lily grabbed Felix's hand and pulled
I nervously fidgeted with my hands as I waited for Max to answer the phone. After a few rings, he finally picked up."Hey, Iris, what's up?" Max asked, her voice full of enthusiasm."Hey, Max," I said, taking a deep breath. "I have some news to share with you.""What is it?" Max asked, sounding even more excited."I'm pregnant again," I said, my voice barely above a whisper.There was a moment of silence on the other end of the line, and I felt my heart rate increase. I wasn't sure how Max would react to the news."Wow, congratulations, Iris!" Max said, her voice booming with excitement. "That's amazing news!"I let out a sigh of relief, feeling grateful for Max's support and enthusiasm."We have to celebrate!" Max exclaimed. "When can we get together?""I'm not feeling too good right now, Max," I said, feeling a wave of nausea hit me. "But I would love to celebrate with you and Felix once I'm feeling better.""Of course," Max said. "Take care of yourself and that little one."I hung