Estella and Alaric have been best friends since they were kids, and they've always been there for each other. But after a misunderstanding, Alaric started to hate Estella. So what happens when they meet up again after a few years? Will their differe...
The morning light filtered through the curtains as Estella stirred from sleep, her mind still replaying the events of the previous night. It was 9:00 am when she finally opened her eyes, and after a quick shower and dressing in a simple outfit, she made her way downstairs to find her father in the kitchen.
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Over breakfast, Estella mentioned her intention to visit Alaric's house and shared the incident involving Mia from the previous night with her father. Her father gave her permission to visit alaric's house. They engaged in a heartfelt conversation spanning her father's work life, Estella's studies, and more before concluding the meal.
Leaving her home, Estella made her way to Alaric's place, where she found his grandmother enjoying the tea in the garden. After exchanging greetings, Estella found herself apologizing to Alaric's grandmother for not visiting for weeks, promising to rectify the absence with more frequent visits. Inquiring about Alaric's whereabouts, she learned he was with Mia in her room.
Estella excused herself from the grandmother and made her way to Mia's room within the expansive mansion.
She gently knocked on the door before entering, finding Alaric slumbering in a chair by Mia's bedside.
After rousing him, Estella suggested he freshen up and eat while she kept watch over Mia. Sitting vigilantly beside her friend, she silently prayed for Mia's swift recovery.
An hour passed, and Mia stirred from her slumber, but as Estella offered her water, Mia became agitated, shouting about her fear of darkness, slipping into a state of intense hallucination. In her distress, Mia unintentionally caused harm to Estella while she tried to assist.
Alaric swiftly appeared, soothing Mia and soon Estella and Alaric came out of the room.
Alaric led Estella to his room, aiding in tending to her wound.
They discussed Mia's alarming episode, and as moments passed, Alaric realized he needed to ensure Estella made it home safely.
Glancing at the time, he escorted Estella back to her place.
Once home, Estella updated Charlotte about Mia's condition, ensuring her friend was aware of the troubling incident.
Retreating to her room, Estella offered fervent prayers for Mia's speedy recovery, hoping her friend would soon find relief from the distressing hallucinations.
Three weeks had flown by, and today was the day of the exam.
Estella and Charlotte were waiting for Alaric and Mia in the school parking lot.
Alaric arrived late with Mia, who seemed distant and unresponsive.
After exchanging quick hellos, they rushed inside as the bell signaled the start of exams.
After the few weeks
Exams were over, Estella and Charlotte were having a conversation near their lockers.
when Estella realized that her mother's special bracelet was missing.
Her heart sank as she searched for it, but it remained elusive. Panic surged through her veins, making her search even more desperate.
Estella's concern grew with every passing moment, making her search more frantic. The absence of the bracelet loomed large, and she felt a knot of anxiety tightening in her chest.
Despite her exhaustive efforts and the help of Charlotte, the bracelet remained elusive, leaving Estella feeling deeply troubled and helpless.
The fear of not finding the cherished bracelet.
In her worries, Estella went into the girls' washroom to find her bracelet but she found Mia unconscious with an injury on her head.
Before she could react, Ember and her friends stormed in the washroom and soon Ember started blaming Estella for hurting Mia. Despite Estella's protests, the situation quickly got out of hand as Ember's accusations spread.
The chaos grew as more students started to believe Ember's claims, leaving Estella feeling lost and falsely accused in the chaos.
