[COMPLETE] If i could turn back time

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After spending a few days away from home, Mia decided to return. She missed her own space, her room that offered her comfort and solitude. However, her feelings of hurt and misunderstanding were still fresh, and she wasn't ready to face Ava and Lily yet.

Upon returning home, Mia went straight to her room. She shut the door behind her, a clear indication that she needed her space. She spent her time alone, processing her feelings and healing from her physical and emotional wounds.

Ava and Lily, who had been worried sick about Mia, felt a sense of relief when they saw her return. However, they also felt a pang of worry when Mia retreated to her room, not coming out even for meals.

They respected Mia's need for space but also wished they could do something to ease her pain. They missed their friend and hoped that with time, they could mend their friendship.

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Lily was a dedicated student, always striving to excel in her studies. She was pursuing a degree in psychology, her passion for understanding human behavior driving her to work hard. Her days were filled with lectures, study sessions, and research projects.

However, college life wasn't just about academics for Lily. She was also an active participant in various clubs and societies. She was a part of the college debate team, her eloquent speeches often earning her team victories. She also volunteered at the college's mental health center, offering peer counseling to students in need.

Despite her busy schedule, Lily often felt the pressure of her academic responsibilities. She was constantly worried about her grades, her upcoming exams, and her future career prospects. She often found herself studying late into the night, her stress levels high.

During these times, Ava was her pillar of support. Ava would often help Lily with her studies, offer her words of encouragement, and ensure she took breaks to relax. They would spend their evenings discussing their day, sharing their worries, and offering each other.

As the semester progressed, Lily's academic responsibilities increased. She had multiple projects to complete, exams to prepare for, and a thesis to write. Her days were filled with research, study sessions, and meetings with her professors.

Despite the academic pressure, Lily found solace in her friendships. Ava, understanding Lily's stress, often helped her with her studies. She would help Lily review her notes, brainstorm for her projects, and offer her words of encouragement.

However, Mia's distance and the incident with the stranger had left a void in Lily's life. She missed Mia's comforting presence, her thoughtful advice, and their shared laughter. She wished Mia would come out of her shell and join them again.

One evening, after a particularly stressful day, Lily found a note on her desk. It was a simple note, offering words of encouragement. "You're doing great, Lily. Don't forget to take a break and breathe," it read. Lily instantly recognized Mia's handwriting.

The note, small as it was, brought a smile to Lily's face. It reminded her of the old times, of the strong bond they shared. It gave her hope that their friendship could survive the misunderstandings and hurt.

Lily held onto Mia's note, a small beacon of hope in her stressful academic life. It reminded her of their shared history, their laughs, their late-night talks, and their shared dreams. It gave her hope that their friendship could weather this storm.

Spurred by Mia's note, Lily decided to make an effort to reconnect with Mia. She started leaving notes for Mia, words of gratitude and encouragement. She also started cooking Mia's favorite meals, hoping to coax her out of her room.

Meanwhile, Ava noticed Lily's efforts to reconnect with Mia. She felt a pang of guilt, realizing that she too had been distant from Mia. Inspired by Lily, Ava decided to make her own efforts to mend their friendship.

She started spending more time at home, hoping to catch Mia during her rare appearances. She also started leaving books for Mia, knowing her love for reading. She hoped that these small gestures would show Mia that they cared for her and missed her.

Despite Ava and Lily's efforts to reconnect, Mia was still holding onto the hurt caused by their words. She appreciated their gestures, but she couldn't forget the feeling of being misunderstood and left out.

One day, Mia stumbled upon Ava and Lily's conversation about their yoga class. Their laughter and shared experiences triggered Mia's feelings of loneliness and rejection. She felt like an outsider, a feeling that was all too familiar.

This triggered Mia's past trauma, a time when she felt misunderstood and alone. She remembered feeling left out in her childhood, her opinions overlooked, and her feelings ignored. The memories, coupled with her recent experiences, overwhelmed Mia.

Mia's past trauma wasn't just about feeling misunderstood and left out. It was also about a man who had been obsessed with her. This man had stalked Mia, his obsession reaching a point where he had almost taken advantage of her.

This experience had left Mia deeply traumatized. She had felt scared, vulnerable, and alone. She had managed to escape the situation, but the memories still haunted her.

Ava and Lily knew about the man's obsession with Mia, but they didn't know the extent of what had happened. Mia had kept the details to herself, not wanting to burden Ava and Lily with her past.

However, the recent incident with the stranger had triggered Mia's past trauma. The confrontation, the anger, and the physical altercation had reminded Mia of her past, causing her to retreat into her shell.

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Ava had been dealing with her own struggles lately. Her relationship, which had been a source of comfort and happiness, had ended abruptly. She was left heartbroken, her world turned upside down.

The breakup took a toll on Ava. She found herself overthinking everything, her mind filled with 'what ifs' and 'if onlys'. She felt a mix of sadness, regret, and loneliness. She started withdrawing, her interactions with Lily becoming limited and distant.

Ava's behavior mirrored Mia's past actions. She started spending more time in her room, avoiding conversations, and keeping to herself. She was dealing with her heartbreak alone, not wanting to burden Lily with her feelings.

Lily, who had been trying to reconnect with Mia, now found herself dealing with Ava's withdrawal. She was left feeling worried and helpless, not knowing how to help her friends.