"I'm so sorry!" I exclaimed, quickly bending down to pick up the spilled food.
"No worries, let me help you with that," a kind voice said, as a hand reached down to help me.
I looked up to see a tall, handsome man with kind eyes and a warm smile. "Thank you," I said, smiling back at him.
"Are you okay?" he asked, looking concerned.
"Yeah, I'm fine. I was just on my way to see my cousin Isla," I replied.
"Isla? I know her, Jake," the man said, extending his hand.
"Iris," I replied, shaking his hand.As we stood up, I couldn't help but feel a little flustered by how attractive and charming the doctor was. But I quickly pushed those thoughts aside and focused on the task at hand - getting Isl
As I woke up feeling exhausted and dizzy, memories of the previous night came flooding back. I remembered dancing and drinking with Felix and their friends and then getting into a fight with a man who tried to hit on me. I felt embarrassed and ashamed of my behavior, but at the same time, I couldn't help feeling giddy about making out with Felix inside his car.As I got up from bed, I noticed a text message from Felix that read, "Hey, are you feeling okay? Let me know if you need anything." I smiled, feeling comforted by his concern.I replied to his message, "I'm okay, just a little hungover. Thanks for asking." I couldn't help but feel grateful for having someone like Felix in my life, who cared about me even after a crazy night like the one we had.Felix quickly responded, "Glad to hear you're okay. Want me to bring you some coffee or breakfast?"I smiled at his kindness. "That would be great, thank you."I got up and tried to freshen up, still feelin
Isla looked at me and smiled. "So, how's everything going with Felix?" she asked.I blushed a little. "It's going great. We've been spending a lot of time together lately," I replied."That's wonderful. I'm so happy for you," Isla said, genuinely pleased."I know, it's been amazing," I said, a dreamy expression on my face."So, do you see a future with him?" Isla asked, curious.I paused for a moment, considering the question. "Honestly, I'm not sure. We haven't talked about it yet. But I really love him, and he loves me too," I said."Well, that's a good start," Isla said, encouragingly."I know, I just don't want to rush into anything too quickly," I said, still uncertain. "But I can see myself being with him for a long time. He's just so kind and caring, and we have so much fun together." Isla nodded in agreement. "That's important in a relationship. And it's clear that he cares about you," she said, "Yeah, he's always doing sweet things. I fe
It had only been a month since we started college, but it already felt like Felix had no time for me. I understood that he was busy with classes, homework, and extracurricular activities, but I missed spending time with him.Every time I tried to make plans, he would say he was too busy. He would send me a quick text or call before bed, but it wasn't the same as being with him in person.I tried to be patient and understanding, knowing that college was a big adjustment for both of us. But it was hard not to feel a bit lonely and left out.One day, I decided to surprise Felix with lunch. I went to his dorm room, hoping we could eat together and catch up on each other's lives. But when I got there, he was studying with his group mates."Hey, Iris," he said, looking up from his textbook. "Sorry, I can't have lunch with you. We have a group project due next week.""Oh, okay," I said, feeling disappointed. "Maybe we can do something later?""I don'
I was still frustrated that felix forgot our anniversary yesterday. Mia and max were busy at uni, and I didn't want to include them in my annoyance to Felix. After my class, I decided to talk to Isla about this. I went to her room and found her watching a series. "Hi, Iris!" she greeted me. "Hey," I said weakly. she looked at me with a furrowed brow. "What's wrong?" she asked me. I know she knows that not in a good mood and that I needed someone to talk to. "Felix forgot our anniversary yesterday. I'm just annoyed and disappointed. It's supposed to be our day, yet he completely forgot about itIsla gave me a sympathetic look. "I'm sorry, Iris. That's tough. Have you talked to him about it?"I shook my head. "Not yet. He canceled our dinner plans last night because of a group meeting, and I didn't want to make a big deal out of it at the time. But now, I feel like I need to say something."Isla nodded in understanding. "I think you should talk to him about how
As I went inside the house, I was greeted by Isla looking so concerned."Hey, Iris! How are you?" she asked."Isla, I almost got into an accident earlier," I said, my voice shaky."Oh my gosh, are you okay? What happened?" Isla asked, sounding concerned."I was driving home from the bar, and another car swerved into my lane. I had to slam on my brakes and swerve out of the way to avoid a collision," I explained, still feeling a bit rattled."That's so scary, Iris. Are you sure you're okay?" Isla asked again."I'm fine, thanks. But it was a close call," I replied."You should be more careful when you're driving alone at night. And maybe consider not drinking and driving at all," Isla said, her voice filled with concern."I know, Isla. I shouldn't have been drinking and driving. I'm just glad I'm okay," I said, feeling guilty for my actions."I'm just glad you're safe. Promise me you'll be more careful next time, okay?" Is
Alcohol is calling me again. It was almost late, but before I went out and leave the house I made sure that Isla was sleeping so she won't worry too much about me. I wore a tight black dress and heels. It's Friday, so I think I might have known someone at the bar and hung out with them, but If I found no one I knew then I'll just sit in one corner and drink. My frustration with Felix is starting to fade. I'm not here at the bar because I feel awful. I'm here to have some fun.When I arrived at the bar I saw familiar faces, so I smiled to myself thinking I might have so much fun tonight."Iris!" Scott greeted me. He's the drummer of Xefora. "You look so pretty tonight," he said looking at me. "Are you with Felix?" he asks."No. I'm alone," I said, smiling at him."Don't tell me you guys broke up already," he asks. I quickly shake my head to tell him that we've not yet broken up."Wow, that's good to hear. Come, join us since you're alone, I'll
I woke up in a different room. I smiled to myself as I remembered what happened last night. I look at the man beside me, sleeping soundly. I went to his kitchen, and look inside his refrigerator if I have something I can cook for him. I grabbed some bacon and eggs to cook and made myself a cup of coffee."It smells good," he said, as he walk towards me and kiss me. I blushed as he kissed me, feeling a mix of happiness and nervousness. It was all so new to me, this intimacy and connection with someone else."Good morning," I said with a smile, as I continued cooking breakfast for us. "I hope you slept well.""I did, thanks to you," he replied, wrapping his arms around my waist. "Last night was amazing. I can't believe how lucky I am to have you in my life."I leaned into his embrace, feeling a warmth spread through me.Felix drive me home, and I'm sure Isla was waiting for me already. I slowly went to my room but as soon as I closed the
I felt my heart drop as Felix told me that he had been recommended by his father to continue his pre-med course in Australia. It was something that he had always wanted, but the thought of him leaving me behind made my stomach churn."But what about us?" I asked, feeling a lump form in my throat."Iris, I don't want to leave you," Felix said, taking my hand in his."I know," I said, trying to keep my voice steady. "But what about me? What am I supposed to do while you're away?""I don't know yet," Felix admitted. "But we'll figure it out together. I promise."I looked into his eyes, seeing the determination and love in them. I knew that he meant what he said, but the thought of being apart from him for so long was hard to bear."I'll support you, Felix," I said, finally. "But I'm going to miss you so much.""I'll miss you too, Iris," Felix said, pulling me into a tight embrace. "Are you sure it's okay to you? But we'll make it w
As Felix and I walked along the sandy beach, I couldn't help but feel a sense of peace wash over me. The sound of the waves crashing against the shore was soothing, and the warm sun on my skin felt invigorating.Felix and I had come to the beach for a much-needed break from our busy lives, and I was grateful for this moment of respite.We strolled along the shoreline, our feet sinking into the sand with every step. Felix reached over and took my hand, his fingers lacing with mine."Isn't this amazing?" he said, his voice filled with wonder.I nodded, smiling. "It's so peaceful here. I feel like I could stay here forever."We walked in comfortable silence for a while, watching as the seagulls flew overhead and the waves rolled in. I could feel my mind clearing, my worries and stress melting away with every passing moment.Felix suddenly let go of my hand and ran towards the water, laughing. I followed him, the cool water washing over my feet as I splashed in the waves.We played like k
As we arrived at the concert venue, I could feel the excitement building inside of me. It was a huge event, and I knew that Red was going to be amazing on stage. We made our way to the backstage area, where Red and the other performers were getting ready.It was a chaotic scene, with people rushing around and getting into their costumes. I could hear the sounds of instruments being tuned and microphones being tested, and I could feel the energy in the air.Red spotted us as we entered the backstage area, and his face lit up with a smile. "Hey, guys!" he said, coming over to greet us. "You made it!"I hugged him tightly, feeling a sense of pride and admiration for my talented friend. "We wouldn't miss this for the world," I said.Felix shook Red's hand, grinning. "We're excited to see you perform, man," he said.Red gave us a quick tour of the backstage area, showing us where the performers would be getting ready and where the instruments were being stored. I could feel my heart beatin
As I sat in the small studio watching Red and Felix practice the song they had created for Red's upcoming concert, I couldn't help but feel a sense of awe. Both of them were so talented and watching them work together was like witnessing magic in action.Red's voice was powerful and soulful, and it blended perfectly with Felix's guitar playing. They were both completely immersed in the music, with their eyes closed and their bodies swaying to the rhythm.I sat there quietly, not wanting to disturb them as they worked on perfecting the song. It was clear that they were both passionate about the music and dedicated to making it sound just right.As they finished playing the song, Red opened his eyes and looked over at me, a small smile on his face. "What do you think, Iris?" he asked."It's amazing," I replied, my voice filled with admiration. "You guys sound incredible together."Felix turned towards me, his eyes shining with excitement. "We've been working on it for weeks," he said. "
I felt a mixture of excitement and nerves as I and Felix arrived at his parent's house with their two children in tow. It had been a while since we had last visited, and she couldn't help but wonder if things would be awkward between them after all that had happened.But as soon as we walked through the door, any fears I had quickly dissipated. Felix's parents, who were waiting eagerly at the entrance, embraced them both warmly and were quick to fuss over their grandchildren. The kids, in turn, were thrilled to see their grandparents again and immediately launched into telling them about all the things they had been up to since their last visit.Watching Felix's parents dote on the children brought a smile to my face. It was clear how much they adored their grandchildren and how happy they were to have them around. It was heartwarming to see the bond between them, and it made me feel grateful to be a part of such a loving family.As we all sat down to catch up over a meal, I found mys
I sat on the edge of the bed, my fingers tapping nervously against my thigh. I looked up at Felix, who was sitting across from me, his expression serious. He had just asked me if I was ready to try for another child, and I had agreed, but she couldn't shake the feeling of unease that had settled in my stomach.It wasn't that I didn't want another child. In fact, I had been hoping for one for a long time. I loved our daughter so much, and I longed to give her a sibling. But the process of trying to conceive had been difficult the first time around, and I was afraid of being disappointed if we failed to make another child.Felix reached across the bed and took my hand. "I know you're worried, love," he said softly. "But we've done this before. We know what we're doing."I nodded, but my mind was still racing. I couldn't help but remember the months of disappointment we had faced the first time around. We had tried everything, from tracking my ovulation to taking fertility supplements, b
It was a bright and sunny Saturday afternoon when I received a text from Max inviting me to Leo's first birthday party. I was excited to be a part of this special celebration. I quickly responded with an enthusiastic "Yes", picked up Lily and dress her nicely, and made my way to the party venue, eager to join in on the festivities.As I arrived at the party venue, I was greeted by a cheerful atmosphere. The room was filled with colorful decorations, bright balloons, and a beautiful cake at the center of the table. The children were running around the room, playing with their toys, and waiting for the guest of honor to arrive.Max and Red greeted me warmly as I walked in, and they introduced me to their friends and family. They had put a lot of effort into making this a memorable day, and the preparations were impressive. The theme of the party was a jungle safari, and the room was decorated with green and brown paper vines and animal cutouts. There were also some animal-shaped balloon
MAX POINT OF VIEWI sat in the doctor's office, my heart pounding in my chest. My mind was racing with thoughts of what could be wrong with me. The doctor's words echoed in my head: "There's something in your stomach, Max."My stomach churned as I waited for the doctor to explain further. Was it cancer? A tumor? I had heard so many horror stories about people being diagnosed with serious illnesses, and I couldn't shake the fear that I might be one of them.The doctor's voice brought me back to reality. "We need to run some tests to determine what it is," she said. "It could be something minor, but we need to be sure."I nodded, barely able to speak. Fear had taken hold of me, and I felt completely out of control. I couldn't bear the thought of being sick, of having to go through treatments and surgeries.As I left the doctor's office, I felt like I was in a daze. Everything around me seemed hazy and distorted, and I couldn't focus on anything except my fear. I tried to call my partner
I was excited when my group of friends decided to take a trip together. We had been talking about it for months, and finally, we had settled on a destination. We were going to Hawaii, and I couldn't wait.As I packed my bags and prepared for the trip, I felt a sense of anticipation building inside me. I had always loved traveling, and the idea of exploring a new place with my closest friends was thrilling.I stepped off the plane and took a deep breath, inhaling the warm, tropical air of Hawaii. I looked around at the lush greenery and vibrant colors and felt my heart swell with excitement. This was going to be an amazing vacation.As we settled into our accommodations, I couldn't help but feel grateful for my friends. Felix and Red were already joking around, making the group laugh and easing any remaining travel stress. I joined in the laughter, feeling carefree and happy.Our first stop was a local restaurant, and I savored every bite of the delicious food. As we ate, we chatted a
The morning of the wedding had finally arrived, and I couldn't believe that the day was finally here. Felix and I had been planning for months, and now it was time for our vision to come to life.As I sat in the makeup chair, surrounded by my bridesmaids, I felt a sense of excitement building inside of me. I had always dreamed of this day, and now it was finally happening.As the makeup artist applied the finishing touches, I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror. I couldn't believe how beautiful I looked. My hair was styled perfectly, my makeup was flawless, and my dress fit like a glove.But as I looked at my reflection, I couldn't help but feel nervous. This was it - the moment that I had been waiting for my entire life. I knew that everything was going to be perfect, but there was still a small part of me that worried that something might go wrong.Thankfully, my bridesmaids were there to keep me calm and focused. They laughed and joked with me, reminding me that there was noth