Cheska sits cross-legged on her bed, her eyes fixated on the window. Sunlight filters through the curtains, casting a warm glow over the room.
Cheska's mind wanders as she daydreams about Lyka, her crush.
In her imagination, the scene transforms into a dreamlike sequence.
Cheska finds herself in a picturesque meadow, filled with vibrant flowers and tall grass swaying gently in the breeze.
Lyka stands in the center, her radiant smile captivating Cheska's heart.
Cheska's eyes gleam with admiration as she watches Lyka.
Her mind fills with thoughts of their shared moments, their laughter, and the subtle glances they've exchanged.
She imagines the softness of Lyka's touch, the sound of her laughter, and the way her eyes light up when they meet Cheska's.
Cheska takes a step closer, her heart pounding in her chest. She reaches out her hand, her fingertips yearning to touch Lyka's cheek.
But just as she's about to make contact, the scene ripples and fades away.
Cheska blinks, returning to reality. A wistful smile lingers on her lips as she realizes she was lost in her daydream.
She lets out a soft sigh, her heart both filled with hope and uncertainty.
Cheska's brows are furrowed, and she bites her lip, deep in thought.
Cheska's mind is a whirlwind of conflicting emotions.
Why is it so complicated? Why can't I figure out what I truly want?
I care about her so deeply, but these feelings... they're so confusing. I can't deny what I feel inside.
Cheska's inner turmoil manifests in restless movements. She paces back and forth across her small bedroom, her steps becoming more agitated with each pass.
Why can't I just be honest with myself? Why is it so hard to admit that I might be in love with her?
She collapses onto her bed, burying her face in her hands. The weight of her emotions feels suffocating, overwhelming.
What if I tell her, and it ruins everything? What if she doesn't feel the same way? I don't know if I can handle the heartache.
Cheska proceeds to read the earliest messages from the class group chat that includes Lyka, she then saw a stolen photo of her taken by Maya, the whole conversation was 2 months ago.
Laurel replied: WHY IS MY FACE NOT THAT PRETTY?!
Angelina: Us girls simping for Lyka
Jeanette: HI, DIDN'T YOU SAID THAT YOU'RE BITCHLESS, LYKA? CAN I BE YOUR BITCH
Lyka: @Jeanette Oops, of course, sorry love
Jeanette: AHHHH APOLOGY ACCEPTED BABE
Cheska scrolls more to see messages that includes Lyka, there she goes seeing the beautiful stolen pictures of Yna.
Lyka: I should have proposed to you earlier, Yna
Yna: Yes, I dooo
Jeanette: What about me? @Lyka
Lyka: Sorry love, I can't have mistresses
Mitch: I'm Lyka's first love ya'll
Miguel: Lyka is mine since elementary days
Maya: Lyka, we're sharing you
Cheska sighs, she then refreshed her app and saw Estelle's stolen photo of Miguel and Lyka at the mall, her heart sank.
Yna: They're dating! They didn't even invite us!
Lyka: sorry, love, you have to leave early
And Cheska continued to read the replies coming from them.
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It's Monday at exactly 2:30pm.
As the PE group members, Jeanette, Mitch, Andre, Angelina, Laura, Cheska, and the other friends, Lyka, Miguel, Zeneah, Carlos, Maya, Yna walked together to the back of the school.
They had gathered for an impromptu meeting, and Jeanette seemed to be holding something back, her expression a mix of frustration and determination.
As they found a quiet spot, Jeanette took a deep breath, her voice tinged with exasperation. "Guys, I can't hold it in anymore. Anna has been driving me crazy lately. I mean, seriously, she's so impatient and useless as a member!"
Laure raised an eyebrow, his curiosity piqued. "What happened, Jeanette? Why the sudden rant?"
Jeanette's eyes flashed with annoyance. "You know how we've been working on that project for weeks, right? Well, Anna, she's always rushing things, never taking the time to understand the details or listen to others' opinions. It's like she's more interested in getting it done quickly than doing it right!"
Andre nodded in agreement. "I've noticed that too. She tends to overlook crucial aspects and jumps straight to conclusions. It's frustrating, especially when we're trying to create something meaningful together."
Angelina chimed in, her voice filled with empathy. "I've tried talking to her, offering suggestions, but she dismisses them without even considering their value. It's as if her impatience blinds her to the collaborative spirit we're trying to foster."
As Jeanette prepared the camera and the speaker for their video performance, they were just moments away from capturing their carefully rehearsed routine.
However, as Jeanette organized the equipment, her attention was suddenly diverted by the sound of laughter coming from the corner of the room.
She turned to see Laurel, Laura, Angelina, and Anthony huddled together, engrossed in a TikTok video playing on their phones.
Curiosity piqued, Jeanette couldn't resist the urge to join in the fun. Setting the camera and speaker aside for a moment, she walked over to the group, a mischievous smile on her face.
They cleared a space, ensuring they had enough room to groove to the beat. Jeanette retrieved her phone from her pocket and opened TikTok, ready to capture the impromptu performance.
As Mitch and Yna engaged in a lively conversation.
In the midst of their conversation, Cheska approached them from behind, her eyes twinkling mischievously. With a mischievous smile, she gently wrapped her arms around Mitch in a backhug, surprising him.
Mitch, momentarily caught off guard, chuckled and patted Cheska's arms while talking to Yna.
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Unspoken Desires
Fiksi UmumCheska, a girl whose heart bore the weight of abandonment, had carried the scars of her past with her throughout her life. The wounds ran deep, originating from the neglect she had endured at the hands of her parents. Their absence had left her with...
