𝑼𝒏𝒃𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒌𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝑩𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒔: 𝑨𝒇𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑼𝒔

Chapter V: Empty Void

{TWO YEARS BEFORE}

It's been a year since Krystal and Kye, broke up, but she still can't shake off the feeling of emptiness that has settled into her life. The breakup was a shock to her system, and she's struggled to find her footing ever since. At first, she tried to keep busy with school and hobbies, but nothing seemed to fill the void that Kye had left.

As time passed, Krystal's sense of depression deepened, and she began to experience strange and vivid hallucinations. She would see Kye's face everywhere she went, hear his voice in her head, and even feel his touch on her skin, even though he was no longer part of her life. These episodes left her feeling confused and disorientated, unable to tell what was real and what wasn't.

Krystal tried to talk to her friends and I about what she was going through, but we honestly found it hard to relate to her experiences. And I honestly don't know what to say especially when I know the reason why Kye did what he did. We told her to move on, to maybe find someone new, and that time would heal all wounds. But Krystal couldn't seem to let go of the past.

As her symptoms worsened, I knew she needed to seek help, and I sought out a therapist for her. It was a difficult decision to make, as she had always been afraid of being judged or stigmatized for her mental health struggles. But with the help of the therapist I've found, who was very patient and understanding, she had helped Krystal to make sense of what was happening to her.

Together, we explored the reasons behind her depression and hallucinations. They talked about her relationship with Kye, the highs and lows, and the unresolved feelings that were still haunting her. Krystal had always been a sensitive and emotional person, the therapist helped her to understand that it was okay to feel things deeply.

The therapy proved to be a lifeline for Krystal, and she began to feel hopeful again. She started to work on accepting the breakup, acknowledging that it was a painful but necessary step in her journey. She also learned coping strategies to deal with her hallucinations, such as journaling, meditation, and taking breaks when she felt overwhelmed.

Over time, I noticed a change in herself. She started to enjoy activities that had once felt empty and meaningless. She reconnected with our old friends and made new ones. She even started going back to school again, though cautiously and with no expectations. And most importantly, she felt that she was starting to love herself again, flaws and all.

Krystal now knows that there will be good days and bad days, but that she has the strength and resources to face them. She still misses Kye, well, she misses him everyday but she had already accepted that it's okay to grieve the loss of a relationship that was meaningful to her.

Krystal's the road to recovery was long and challenging, but she knows that it was worth it. She hopes that her story can inspire others who are struggling with similar issues, and that they know that they're not alone. With help and support, it's possible to find the light at the end of the tunnel, even in the darkest of times.

{PRESENT TIME}

Years had passed and after having those overwhelming thoughts through her happiness during her graduation, her hallucinations came back and I have to call for her therapist again because it's been a week after her recent hallucination but she still refused to do anything rather than cry. It pains me to see her this way again.

Prior to her psychological breakdown, I conveyed my rage to Kye during a phone conversation that took place three days prior. Subsequently, I approached him face-to-face and physically assaulted him. Despite my appeals, he declined to meet with her and provide the emotional closure she needed because he was apprehensive of Damon and Kaellan, who constantly monitor his whereabouts.

We made sure to eliminate all the followers of our previous leader, but Damon and Kaellan managed to evade capture and went into hiding. Kye was aware of Damon's dangerous fixation on Krystal and worried about the consequences. Meanwhile, Kaellan harbored a grudge against Kyle and aimed to harm Krystal as a way to hurt him.

I let out a frustrated sigh after booking Krystal's therapy appointment when Ali surprised me by sneaking up from behind and giving me a hug and a kiss.

"Stop worrying, she'll be okay." He said as he took my hand and kissed it.

"Ali!! You know I love her and of course I will worry especially right now!" I said as I flung both my hands into his shoulders.

"Want to take some steam off?" He said wiggling his eyebrows, I know exactly what he meant but I'm not really in the mood for sex.

I gave him a quick kiss on his lips and turned down his request. He protested like a child but eventually came with me in the apartment, following behind me.

"Let's have some pasta for dinner, want to join us, I mean me, since Tala surely wants to be alone." I said before starting to prepare the ingredients.

"Sure, why not." He said after giving me another kiss.