Conflicted heart

Chapter 12: i just wanted our friendship back

As Ona fell back onto the couch, her emotions overwhelming her, she landed on Lucy's chest, whimpering softly in Spanish. She muttered words that were half-formed, filled with self-doubt and regret, saying, "He arruinado todo" ("I've ruined everything").

Lucy's brows furrowed in confusion as she tried to make sense of Ona's distress. Concern etched across her face, she gently asked, "Ona, what do you mean? What's going on?"

Ona didn't respond, her lips sealed tightly as she fought to keep her feelings and the true source of her pain hidden. She didn't want to burden Lucy with the knowledge of her unspoken affections. In that moment, their trio's dynamics were even more complex than ever, with the unspoken desires and the weight of their emotions remaining hidden in the silence between them.

Lucy, sensing the tension and turmoil in Ona, decided that it might be best to head home. She didn't want to further complicate the situation between Keira, Ona, and herself. She gave Ona a hug, her embrace filled with a mix of reassurance and concern, and said, "I'll talk to Keira and sort things out. I don't want to leave things like this."

Ona, shakily grabbing her phone after Lucy left, quickly sent a text to Alexia, her heart heavy with the need for support and understanding. "Can I come over? I really need to talk."

Back at their home, Lucy walked through the door and was immediately confronted by an agitated Keira. Accusations and anger flowed from Keira's words, and she accused Lucy of cheating and sleeping with Ona. She used hurtful words, calling Ona a "puta."

Lucy's face contorted with a mix of frustration and determination. She knew that Keira's accusations were unfair, and she wasn't going to stand for the harsh language being thrown at Ona. "Keira, that's not fair. I'm not cheating on you. Ona is my friend, and I won't let you speak about her that way."

Keira, already agitated and overwhelmed by her own insecurities, was now losing her patience. She felt a burning jealousy and resentment that her girlfriend was defending Ona. Their relationship was hanging in the balance, as the complexities of love, friendship, and trust came to the forefront. Emotions were running high, and the trio's dynamics were more tangled and uncertain than ever before.

Keira's anger had escalated, and she couldn't bear the tension any longer. She sternly told Lucy that she couldn't stay with her that night, effectively kicking her out of their shared space. The harsh words hung heavily in the air as Lucy left their home with a heavy heart.

As Lucy left, her emotions were a whirlwind of confusion and hurt. She was caught in the middle of the turmoil between Keira and Ona, and it was taking a toll on her emotionally. She couldn't help but question the state of their relationships and the complexities that had arisen.

On the other side of town, Ona was sitting with Alexia, sharing the details of the previous night. Her voice trembled as she recounted the argument between Lucy and Keira, as well as the hurtful words Keira had said. Ona was struggling to hold back her tears, feeling the weight of the situation bearing down on her.

As she poured out her heart to Alexia, Ona's phone dinged with a new message. Her heart sank as she saw it was from Keira.

Keira: [11:30 PM] You've ruined everything, Ona. Don't think you can come between us and get away with it.

Ona: [11:35 PM] Keira, I didn't mean for any of this to happen. I never wanted to come between you two. Please understand.

Keira: [11:40 PM] You're lying, Ona. I know the truth. I'm going to tell Lucy about how you like her. That should end this.

Ona: [11:45 PM] Keira, please don't. I never wanted Lucy to know. It's my problem to deal with, not hers. I'll do anything to make things right.

Keira: [11:50 PM] You should've thought about that before trying to steal my girlfriend.

Ona: [11:55 PM] I swear, Keira, I didn't try to steal her. I just wanted our friendship back. Please, let's talk about this.

Ona whimpered at the harsh words and buried her face in Alexia's chest, feeling emotionally overwhelmed.

Lucy, away from the argument with Keira, was also trying to reach out to Ona. She sent a text message, her emotions a mix of confusion and worry. "Ona, I hope you're okay. I'm really confused right now. Please respond when you can."

The trio's relationships were hanging by a thread, filled with misunderstandings, unspoken desires, and hurt feelings.