After several months of being away in the United States for business purposes, Jarelle had returned to the Philippines. As he walked through the bustling streets of Manila, lost in his thoughts, he suddenly bumped into someone. Looking up, he found himself staring into the familiar eyes of Alianna.
"Alianna?" Jarelle exclaimed, his voice filled with surprise and a hint of longing.
"Jarelle!" Alianna responded, equally surprised. "It's been a while. How have you been?"
Jarelle's eyes traveled over Alianna's face, taking in the changes that time had wrought. Her smile, though still radiant, carried a new confidence and joy that he had not seen before. He couldn't help but feel a pang of regret for the choices he had made in the past.
"I've been well," Jarelle replied, trying to hide the emotions stirring within him. "Just busy with work and adjusting to life back home. How about you?"
Alianna's smile widened. "I've been great, actually. Life has taken some unexpected turns, but I've found true happiness."
Jarelle's curiosity got the better of him. "What do you mean by unexpected turns?"
Alianna's gaze softened as she looked at Jarelle, her voice filled with warmth. "Well, after everything that happened, I met someone who showed me what love really is. His name is Zandro, and we're getting married."
Jarelle felt his heart sink, a mix of regret and acceptance washing over him. "I'm happy for you, Alianna. Truly, I am. It's clear that Zandro brings you the joy and love you deserve."
Alianna nodded, her eyes shining with gratitude. "Thank you, Jarelle. I'm glad you understand. I want you to be there on our wedding day. It would mean a lot to me."
Jarelle hesitated for a moment, his mind filled with conflicting emotions. He knew that attending the wedding would be bittersweet, a reminder of the path he had chosen and the love he had lost. But he also recognized the importance of closure and moving forward.
"I'll be there," Jarelle said finally, his voice tinged with a mixture of sadness and resolve. "I'll be there to witness your happiness, Alianna."
With their conversation concluded, they decided to sit down at a nearby coffee shop. As they sipped their drinks, memories of their past flooded their minds, intertwining with the present moment.
Alianna couldn't help but reflect on the journey she had embarked on since that fateful day when she was stabbed by Naya. The pain had been immense, but it had led her to discover her true self and the love she now shared with Zandro. She had found healing and redemption, and she was ready to embrace the future.
Jarelle, on the other hand, grappled with his own regrets. He realized that his choices had consequences, and he had lost something precious in the process. Seeing Alianna happy with someone else served as a constant reminder of what could have been. But he also understood that life was filled with unexpected twists and turns, and sometimes, love was meant to take different forms.
Days turned into weeks, and before they knew it, the day of Alianna and Zandro's wedding had arrived. The venue was adorned with exquisite decorations, with flowers of various colors cascading down the aisle. Friends and family gathered, eagerly awaiting the union of two souls deeply in love.
Jarelle stood among the guests, his eyes scanning the crowd. He spotted Angelica, his girlfriend once again, by his side. They had rekindled their relationship after
Jarelle's return, finding solace in each other's company. But deep down, Jarelle couldn't shake off the lingering thoughts of what could have been with Alianna.
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