Unspoken Desires

22.) Reconcile 2

Justin and Audrey sat on a plush bed, facing each other, their eyes locked in an intense yet tender gaze.

Justin reached out and gently took Audrey's hand in his, his touch reassuring and comforting. Audrey smiled, her eyes reflecting a mixture of appreciation and curiosity.

"Audrey, I've been thinking a lot about the future lately. About our dreams, our aspirations, and how we can support each other. I want to know what truly makes your heart come alive."

Audrey's expression softened, and she leaned in closer, her voice filled with sincerity.

"Justin, you've always had this incredible way of seeing the potential in people and encouraging them to chase their dreams. It's one of the things I love most about you. As for me, I've always been passionate about owning a taekwondo studio, but lately, I've been questioning if I'm truly living up to my potential."

Justin's eyes lit up with genuine interest, and he squeezed Audrey's hand gently.

"Audrey, your talent for taekwondo is undeniable. I've seen you pour your heart and soul into it"

Audrey took a deep breath, her eyes searching for the right words.

"Fear, mostly. Fear of failure, fear of not being good enough. I've been hesitant to take that leap, to fully commit to pursuing my music career. But when I see you chasing your own dreams with such determination, it inspires me to push past those fears."

Justin's gaze softened, filled with unwavering support.

"Audrey, I believe in you. Your music has the power to touch people's souls, just as it has touched mine. And I promise to be right by your side, cheering you on every step of the way. We're a team, remember?"

Audrey's eyes welled up with tears, overwhelmed by the depth of Justin's belief in her.

"Thank you, Justin. Your unwavering support means the world to me. With you by my side, I feel like I can conquer anything. Let's chase our dreams together."

They stood up and gave each other a tight embrace, then as they slowly pulled away, Justin held her waist, and he slowly laid Audrey down, their eyes met and their lips were about to touch as he hovered under her.

But their intimate moment was interrupted when Cheska opened the door and loudly gasped, "OH MY FUCKING GOSH! MY EYES!"

Justin and Audrey instantly stood up in great panic, "IT'S NOT WHAT YOU THINK, IT'S NOT WHAT YOU THINK!"

Cheska jokingly stomped her foot and yelled, "OH MY GOSH JUSTIN AND AUDREY! YOU'RE SUPPOSED TO BE OUR ROLE MODEL IN THE CLASSROOM! WHAT THE HECK ARE YOU DOING?!"

Since Justin and Audrey are the academic power couple in class that only focuses on studies, it's unexpected to see them like that.

Justin spoke, "No, no! It's not what you think! It's not what you think!"

Cheska then calls out Fredrick and Anne to see what Justin and Audrey are doing, as Fredrick and Anne came into the scene, Cheska told them what happened and they couldn't help but exaggerate their shocking gasps.

"IT'S NOT WHAT YOU THINK!" Audrey yelled.

And in a blink of an eye, they all went silent in the living room, Audrey and Justin glaring at Cheska, Anne and Fredrick are trying to hide their laughter, and Cheska trying to hold back her laugh.

Cheska sighs and searched something from her backpack, "Guys, let's do the thesis now..." And they all started gathering their materials for their thesis.

Cheska turns to Justin, "Can I borrow a notebook" He lends her a notebook, "Can I borrow pen?" He lends her a pen, "Can I borrow your phone for a moment?" He lends her his phone, "Can I borrow your graphing paper?"

Justin was about to laugh because of how frustrated and irritated he was, he groaned and everyone started laughing, "You going to school without school materials? Just drop out of school!"

Cheska couldn't stop laughing.

They checked the time, it was already 9 pm and they still haven't finished their thesis paper.

Then Jimboy left Justin's bedroom with a worried expression on his face after calling his mom, they all looked at him, and Cheska opened her mouth, "Goodness! Jimboy were you crying?" She turns to Justin, "Why did you let Jimboy cry?"

"WHAT?" Justin reacted hysterically, making everyone laugh.

Cheska then placed her legs on the couch, making Justin smack her legs away with his ruler, "Goodness! You act as if you own this house"

Cheska gasps, "When the first time I came here 4 years ago, you told me, 'Go sit! Don't just stand there, I feel bad!' and now that I am sitting here, you complain!"

Justin sighs, "But you act as if this is your house!"

Cheska rolled her eyes, "Just sit down!"

Just then, Gabrielle enters the room. Cheska's heart skips a beat as she watches Gabrielle approach the counter to order. She quickly averts her gaze, pretending to be engrossed in her phone.

As Gabrielle sat down, she scans the room, her eyes landing momentarily on Cheska.

Cheska's heart races, feeling the weight of Gabrielle's gaze. She fights the urge to look up, to make eye contact, and reveal her true feelings.

Gabrielle hesitates for a moment, as if contemplating whether to approach Cheska.

Cheska's inner struggle is evident on her face, torn between the fear of rejection and the desire to reconcile, waiting for them to leave.

Finally, Gabrielle takes a deep breath, gathers her courage, and makes her way towards Cheska's table. Cheska's heart leaps, her palms becoming sweaty.

Gabrielle spoke, "Cheska?"

Cheska looks up, her eyes meeting Gabrielle's. She tries to hide her surprise, her emotions laid bare.

"Gabrielle... Hi."

Gabrielle smiles tentatively, a mixture of hope and uncertainty in her eyes.

"Can I join you?"

Cheska nods, her voice barely above a whisper.

"Of course."

Gabrielle takes a seat across from Cheska, their eyes locked in a silent exchange. The air between them is heavy with unspoken words and unresolved emotions.

"I've missed you, Cheska. I've thought about you every day."

Cheska's heart swells with a mix of emotions as she listens to Gabrielle's words. She musters the strength to speak, her voice trembling slightly.

"I've missed you too, Gabrielle. More than words can say."

Their eyes lock in a moment of shared vulnerability, their past struggles and pain momentarily set aside.

The possibility of reconciliation hangs in the air, and Cheska can't help but feel a flicker of hope.