Hearts Unbound

Chapter 10: A Desperate Ultimatum

Author's note:

Before we start! i just want to say that this novel will be completed later! I also hope your enjoying reading this novel of mine that i created.

(Credits to Google Translation LOL)

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Chapter 10: A Desperate Ultimatum

As the weeks went by, Yoshi's manipulative plan to sow doubt in Akia's mind about her relationship with Kenzo continued to take its toll. Ang dating hindi matitinag na pag-ibig ni Akia para kay Kenzo ay nabura ng mga paulit-ulit na mungkahi ni Yoshi na karapat-dapat siya sa isang taong mas mabuti, isang taong hindi magpipigil sa kanya.

One evening, as Akia sat in her room, her thoughts weighed heavily on her mind. Hindi niya maiwasang magtaka kung tama si Yoshi—ang relasyon ba nila ni Kenzo ay pumipigil sa kanyang buong potensyal? Ang pag-aalinlangan ay kumagat sa kanya, iniwan ang kanyang pakiramdam na napunit at nagkakasalungatan.

Feeling overwhelmed, Akia decided to seek solace in her journal, pouring her thoughts onto the pages in the hope of finding clarity. Isinulat niya ang tungkol sa mga sandali ng kaligayahan at pagmamahal na ibinahagi niya kay Kenzo, ang mga pangarap na binuo nila nang magkasama, at ang walang patid na suporta na palagi nitong inaalok sa kanya.

But as she continued to write, she couldn't ignore the nagging doubts that had taken root in her heart. Natagpuan niya ang kanyang sarili na nagtatanong kung ang kanyang mga pangarap at ambisyon ay tugma sa relasyon nila ni Kenzo.

The next day, Akia decided to confide in her best friend, Sina, about the turmoil she was facing. Nagkita sila sa paborito nilang café, kung saan nag-alinlangan si Akia bago tuluyang nagbukas.

"Sina, nalilito ako," Akia admitted, her voice quivering. "Mahal ko si Kenzo, pero lately, nagdududa ako kung tama ba kami sa isa't isa. Patuloy na sinasabi sa akin ni Yoshi na karapat-dapat ako sa isang taong makakatulong sa akin na maabot ang aking buong potensyal."

Sinablistened attentively, her concern evident in her eyes. "Akia, don't let Yoshi's words poison your relationship with Kenzo. Ikaw at si Kenzo ay may espesyal na bagay, at ang pag-ibig ay hindi palaging tungkol sa pagiging pinakamahusay o pagkamit ng pinakamaraming bagay. Ito ay tungkol sa pagiging masaya kasama."

Akia nodded, her heart heavy with guilt for even entertaining the doubts. "Alam ko, Sina. Ngunit paano kung may nawawala akong kamangha-manghang bagay dahil natatakot akong mag-explore ng iba pang mga posibilidad?"

Sina placed a reassuring hand on Akia's shoulder. "Ang paggalugad ng mga posibilidad ay isang bagay, Akia, ngunit huwag pabayaan ang isang bagay na kahanga-hanga nang walang wastong dahilan. Talk to Kenzo about your feelings. Communication is key."

Taking Sina's advice to heart, Akia decided to have an honest conversation with Kenzo. Kailangan niyang ibahagi ang kanyang mga pagdududa at pangamba, umaasang makakahanap sila ng paraan para matugunan ang mga ito nang magkasama.

Later that day, as Akia and Kenzo sat in the park, their fingers intertwined, Akia hesitated before finally speaking up. "Kenzo, may kailangan akong pag-usapan sa iyo."

Kenzo turned to her, his eyes filled with love and concern. "Of course, Akia. Maaari mong sabihin sa akin ang anumang bagay."

Akia took a deep breath, her voice trembling as she began to express her doubts. "Lately, I've been questioning our relationship. I love you, Kenzo, pero hindi ko maiwasang isipin kung pinipigilan ba natin ang isa't isa."

Kenzo heart sank as he listened to Akia's words. Naramdaman niya ang paglayo nito sa kanya at alam niya na ang impluwensya ni Yoshi ay may papel sa kanyang mga pagdududa, ngunit masakit pa rin na marinig ito sa kanya.

"Akia, I understand that you're feeling conflicted," Kenzo said, his voice filled with sincerity. "But I want you to know that I believe in you and your dreams. Palagi nating sinusuportahan ang isa't isa, at ayaw kong maramdaman mo na kailangan mong pumili sa pagitan namin at ng iyong mga hangarin."

Akia looked at Kenzo with tear-filled eyes, her voice softening. "Ayokong mawala ka, Kenzo. Pero ayokong mabuhay na may mga pagsisisi."

Kenzo reached out to wipe away a tear from Akia's cheek. "Akia, we don't have to make any decisions right now. Pagsikapan natin ito nang sama-sama, bilang isang pangkat. We can find a way to pursue our dreams while maintaining our love for each other."

As they embraced, Akia felt a sense of relief that she had shared her doubts with Kenzo. Ito ay isang masakit ngunit kinakailangang hakbang sa kanilang paglalakbay upang muling buuin ang tiwala at patatagin ang kanilang relasyon.

However, as they left the park that day, Yoshi watched from a distance, frustrated that Akia had chosen to remain with Kenzo despite the doubts she had expressed. Ang kanyang plano ay naging hadlang, ngunit hindi pa siya handang sumuko.

In the days that followed, Yoshi's actions grew more desperate. Sinubukan niyang ipasok ang kanyang sarili sa buhay nina Akia at Kenzo sa bawat pagkakataon, na nag-aalok ng hindi hinihinging payo at sinusubukang humimok sa pagitan nila. It was clear that he was not willing to let go of his pursuit of Akia.

One evening, as Akia and Kenzo were enjoying a quiet dinner at home, Akia's phone chimed with a text message from Yoshi. Kenzo noticed the change in Akia's expression and asked, "Who's that?"

Akia hesitated before revealing the text message. "Si Yoshi. He's been texting me a lot lately."

Kenzo's frustration was evident as he read the message. "What does he want now?"

Ang text message ay naglalaman ng isang ultimatum mula kay Yoshi, na hinihiling na si Akia ay pumili sa pagitan niya at ni Kenzo. It was a desperate attempt to force Akia's hand and push her away from Kenzo once and for all.

Akia's heart raced as she read the ultimatum, torn between her loyalty to Kenzo and the persistent influence of Yoshi. Alam niya na ang desisyong gagawin niya ay magkakaroon ng malaking kahihinatnan para sa kanyang kinabukasan at sa kanyang relasyon.

to be continued...