Lahat ng Kabanata ng Between Us and the Stars: Kabanata 21 - Kabanata 30

### **Chapter 21: Keisha’s Struggle****Keisha’s Inner Turmoil**Minsan, sa harap ng salamin, hindi ko maalis ang tanong na _“Bakit?”_ Habang pinagmamasdan ko ang aking repleksyon, tila ba ang mundo ko ay naguguluhan. I couldn’t ignore it anymore. My feelings for Jarren were becoming harder to dismiss. _“Hindi dapat ito mangyari,”_ I whispered to myself, my heart pounding in my chest.I pulled away from the mirror, forcing myself to focus on the tasks ahead. _“Work is my priority,”_ I thought, determined to drown out the noise of my heart. But every time I tried, the memory of our moments together flooded my mind—the laughter, the shared glances, the way he looked at me when he thought I wasn’t paying attention.**Confiding in Clarisse**With a heavy heart, I decided I needed to talk to someone. _“Dapat sabihin ko kay Clarisse,”_ I muttered as I grabbed my phone, scrolling through my contacts until I found her name.A few moments later, we were seated at our favorite café. The aroma o

### **Chapter 23: Renz and Clarisse** **Renz’s Perspective** Another day at the office, and the tension between Clarisse and me was palpable. Every time we crossed paths, it felt like we were about to spar. I admired her tenacity, but it frustrated me how fiercely she defended Keisha at my expense. “Renz, you don’t get it,” she snapped during our latest debate about Jarren and Keisha’s relationship. “He’s not the kind of guy who just changes overnight. He’s been a player his whole life!” “Really? And what do you think of me?” I replied, crossing my arms. “Just because I have money doesn’t mean I’m the same as Jarren.” She rolled her eyes, and for a moment, I caught a glimpse of something deeper in her gaze—a spark that suggested our disagreements were becoming more than just arguments.

### **Chapter 25: Jarren’s Confession** **Jarren’s Perspective** The night was cool, and the stars twinkled brightly above the city. I stood on the balcony of my penthouse, leaning against the railing, trying to calm the storm of emotions swirling inside me. Tonight was the night I had to confront the feelings I had kept hidden for too long. Keisha was on her way, and my heart raced at the thought of finally confessing my feelings to her. As I waited, I replayed our moments together in my mind—every argument, every heated glance, every accidental brush of our hands. She was like a flame, igniting something deep within me. But she was also the one person who challenged me like no one else ever had. When the doorbell rang, I took a deep breath, steeling myself for what was to come. I opened the door to find Keisha standing there, looking beautiful yet guarded, her hair falling gently

### **Chapter 27: Keisha and Jarren’s Honeymoon Phase** **Keisha’s Perspective** After our last heated exchange, where I finally admitted to Jarren that I was willing to give us a chance, everything felt different. It was as if a weight had been lifted off my shoulders, allowing me to breathe easier. I had spent so long fighting my feelings for him, but now that I was open to exploring what we could be, I felt a spark of excitement coursing through me. “Are you ready for our first real date?” Jarren asked, his voice low and inviting as he picked me up in his sleek black car. “Definitely!” I replied, trying to hide my nervousness. **A Cozy Restaurant** We arrived at a quaint Italian restaurant tucked away in a cozy corner of the city. The dim lighting, candlelit tables, and soft music created an intimate atmosphere that made

### **Chapter 29: Clarisse and Renz’s Moment****Clarisse’s Perspective**The weeks following the rocky moments between Jarren and Keisha had been a whirlwind of emotions for me as well. Despite my attempts to focus on supporting my friend, I couldn’t shake off the growing tension I felt around Renz. Our interactions had shifted from mere banter to something deeper, and I found myself increasingly drawn to him.“Hey, are you ready for tonight?” I asked Renz as we prepared for the office gathering. We had been assigned to work together more closely, and while I initially resisted the idea, I found that his calm demeanor balanced my seriousness.“Ready as I’ll ever be,” he replied with a charming smile, adjusting his tie. The simple action made my heart skip a beat. I was beginning to see the man behind the carefree facade, and it terrified me.As we arrived at the venue, the atmosphere buzzed with excitement. Colleagues mingled, laughter filled the air, and the smell of gourmet food wa