Where did it all go wrong? This is a question that constantly plagued my mind. Christina...Christina Alicia Norris...she has transformed over the years. We started dating back in high school, and when I first met her, she was the epitome of sweetness. She could have been mistaken for an angel. But as time went on and experiences shaped her, everything changed.
"All you ever do is work, go to school, and study. It's always work, school, study, repeat. You never want to have any fun with me anymore!" This complaint became a regular occurrence. Her idea of fun involved getting wasted, using substances, and partying. It was a far cry from the innocent girl I once knew.
"Christina, can you please stop yelling? You know I'm sensitive to loud sounds," I pleaded, covering my ears and fighting back tears. She had been arguing and nagging for what felt like an eternity. Christina never seemed to understand or acknowledge my sensitivities to various stimuli, whether it be light, sound, or overwhelming crowds.
"GOD, why are you so sensitive! Grow up and be a man!" This phrase echoed in my ears daily. I grew tired of her constant belittlement and disregard for my feelings. It was her toxic behavior that pushed me to my breaking point.
"CHRISTINA!!! SHUT THE HELL UP!!!! I'm so damn tired of your crap-" I exploded, unable to contain my rage any longer.
In an instant, her hand came crashing across my left cheek, leaving a stinging sensation. "What did you just say to me!? How dare you, you idiot! The world doesn't revolve around you. Why can't you understand that it's not always about you!" she spat, her anger matching mine.
Why was she like this? Why did I find myself attracted to someone so toxic?
"You heard me. I'm done with your bullcrap...we're breaking up, whether you like it or not. Goodbye," I declared, slipping on my cat hoodie and grabbing my messenger bag before storming out, slamming the door behind me.
"Come on, don't cry. Not yet. Don't cry, don't cry, don't cry," I repeated to myself, desperately trying to hold back the tears. Only three minutes left until I reached my dorm, where I could finally let it all out.
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Reimagining Love
Romansa22 yr old kenzo, a college student sets out to become someone with artistic skills while working part time. He broke up with her only because his ex-girlfriend is toxic.She just didn't accept him for being him.His heartbreak led him to start and c...
