The classroom is filled excitement as students prepare for the last day of school before the semester break.
At the front of the room, a mental health speaker stands, addressing the class. The students listen intently, absorbing the valuable information and advice being shared.
"Remember, taking care of your mental health is just as important as your academic pursuits. Make sure to take breaks, practice self-care, and reach out for support when needed. You all deserve to thrive, both inside and outside the classroom."
The students nod appreciatively, realizing the significance of the speaker's words. A sense of unity and understanding permeates the room.
After everything, Phoebe, Delaney, Julianna and Cheska agreed to get pizza, then Andre, Maya, Carlos, and Andrea were also going there so they went together.
Andre, Maya, Maris, Phoebe, Julianna, Carlos, Andrea, Delaney, and Cheska sit at a large table inside a pizza restaurant.
Plates of pizza are passed around as laughter and conversation fill the air.
The friends lean in closer, engaging in light-hearted gossip and speculation about their classmates. The atmosphere is relaxed and carefree, as they enjoy each other's company.
The group of friends later on stood in line at a trendy milktea shop, eagerly discussing their flavor preferences.
The friends share laughter and stories as they sip on their chosen drinks, savoring the sweet and refreshing flavors.
The group of friends strolls through the bustling shopping mall, admiring the latest fashion trends displayed in store windows.
They pause occasionally to take playful pictures, capturing the memories of their last day of school before the break.
They gather around the fountain, striking poses and smiling brightly as Delaney snaps the picture.
The group of friends, Andre, Maya, Maris, Phoebe, Julianna, Carlos, Andrea, Delaney, and Cheska, walk through the bustling shopping mall, their laughter and conversation filling the air.
Suddenly, they spot Yna and Lyka, two girls from their school, walking towards them.
Carlos smirks, "Well, well, well! Hm, Yna and Lyka dating huh?"
Yna and Lyka exchange bewildered glances, not expecting the teasing from their peers. They blush, denying the accusations.
Maya chimes in, joining the playful banter.
"Come on, guys. We've seen how you two always hang out together. It's obvious!"
Lyka's face turns red, feeling a mix of embarrassment and confusion. The friends started teasing the 2 girls.
Cheska, standing a little away from the group, avoids making eye contact with Lyka. Her expression shifts to one of hurt and disappointment.
The group continues their stroll through the mall, but Cheska's heart aches with each step.
The group of friends settles into a cozy corner of a coffee shop, sipping their drinks and engaging in light conversation.
Cheska tries her best to participate, but her mind keeps drifting back to the encounter with Yna and Lyka.
Delaney, sensing Cheska's distress, leans closer to her.
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Cherylene, Carlitos, and Mia anxiously sit in a small hospital room, their faces etched with worry.
The room is filled with an air of tension as they await the doctor's arrival.
The door swings open, and Dr. Hernandez, a compassionate oncologist, walks in, his expression filled with empathy.
"I'm sorry it took so long. I have the results of Gertrude's tests."
Cherylene's eyes well up with tears, her voice trembling as she speaks.
"Doctor, please tell us what's happening. Is Aunt Gertrude going to be okay?"
Dr. Hernandez takes a deep breath, his tone heavy with sorrow.
"I'm afraid the results show that Gertrude has been diagnosed with leukemia. It's an aggressive form of blood cancer."
Cherylene gasps, her hand covering her mouth in disbelief. Carlitos and Mia both break down into tears, their bodies trembling with the weight of the news.
"No... not Gertrude." Carlitos cried.
Mia trembles, "But she's so strong. There must be something we can do to help her."
Dr. Hernandez approaches them, placing a hand on Cherylene's shoulder for support.
"We will do everything we can to provide the best treatment for Gertrude. She'll need chemotherapy and other specialized care. It won't be easy, but we'll fight this together."
Cherylene, Carlitos, and Mia cling to each other, tears streaming down their faces.
"I promise, we'll give her the best care possible. We'll start the treatments soon and monitor her progress closely. You're not alone in this, we're here for you every step of the way."
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Cheska sits on her bed, surrounded by open suitcases and piles of clothes. She takes a deep breath, trying to focus on packing for her trip to Cassiopeia.
But her mind keeps drifting back to the recent encounter with Lyka and Yna, and the hurt she felt.
Resting for a moment, Cheska absentmindedly scrolls through her phone and opens the class group chat.
Her heart sinks as she sees a series of photos. It's Lyka and Yna, leaning on each other's shoulders, their smiles filled with warmth and affection.
She even saw another photo of them sleeping together on the bed.
The comments in the chat are filled with teasing and playful remarks.
Cheska's eyes well up with tears, a mix of pain and loneliness washing over her.
She feels a pang of pain and jealousy.
She sets her phone down, unable to bear the sight any longer.
Cheska takes a deep breath, trying to gather herself. She knows she needs to confront her emotions and find a way to move forward.
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Unspoken Desires
General FictionCheska, 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...
