Fragile Hearts: Unveiling the Fear of Love (Kentell)

Chapter 12 : The Past

Stell.

I found myself alone under the velvety night sky, sitting in my parents' mini garden. The gentle breeze rustled through the leaves, and the scent of the flowers filled the air, creating an atmosphere of tranquility. It had been a long time since I had felt the joy of being back in my childhood home, and the familiar surroundings brought an instant sense of comfort.

As I gazed up at the twinkling stars and the radiant moon, I couldn't help but feel a wave of nostalgia wash over me. Memories of countless nights spent here with my siblings flooded my mind, and I couldn't help but smile at the thought of those cherished moments.

Just as I was beginning to drift into the depths of my memories, I sensed movement beside me, and I turned to find my sister Rj and my younger brother sitting beside me. They had always been the mischievous duo, inseparable and always up to something.

"Why are you guys outside?" I asked, a playful grin stretching across my face.

Rj, ever the one to tease, responded with a mischievous glint in her eyes. "Why were you out here all alone? Did you start talking to the plants again, Kuya Tey?" (Kuya=Older brother)

I laughed at her antics, knowing full well that she was just teasing me. "Nah, I was just enjoying the beauty of the night," I replied, glancing back up at the stars. "But thanks for keeping me company now."

My brother, sitting next to Rj, chimed in with his own playful comment. "Yeah, we couldn't let you have all the fun by yourself, could we?"

We all laughed, caught up in the familiarity and warmth of our sibling bond. It had been so long since we had all been together like this, and I couldn't help but feel a surge of happiness and contentment.

As we sat there, chatting and reminiscing about old times, I realized just how much I had missed them. The three of us had always been a tightly-knit group, supporting each other through every triumph and hardship. And being back in this familiar place, surrounded by the starlit garden and their lively presence, reminded me of why family was so important to me.

As the night wore on and our laughter echoed through the garden, I couldn't help but feel grateful for this moment. The peacefulness of the night, the beauty of the stars, and the joy of being with my siblings filled me with a sense of belonging that I hadn't experienced in quite a while. It was in these simple moments, surrounded by love and shared memories, that I truly felt at home.

As we sat there, basking in the companionship and under the watchful gaze of the stars, I knew deep down that no matter where life took us, we would always find our way back to this garden, to each other. And as we laughed together, I couldn't help but silently thank the stars for bringing us all together again tonight.

With my siblings by my side, I knew that although life may be filled with ups and downs, challenges and changes, we would always have each other to lean on. And as we continued to enjoy the night sky, in the warmth and comfort of our childhood garden, I couldn't help but feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude and love for the moments like these that made life truly worthwhile.

The night was serene, and the atmosphere was filled with laughter and memories. Little did I know that the tranquility would be interrupted by a simple question from Rj that would shake me to my core.

"So, Kuya Tey, what's the deal with you and Ken? Are you two more than just friends?" Rj asked, her eyebrows raised mischievously.

I felt my heart skip a beat, caught off guard by the sudden question. My mind raced to find the right words, desperately searching for an answer that wouldn't reveal the truth buried deep within me. It was true that Ken held a special place in my heart, but I had never truly acknowledged the depth of my feelings for him.