Love Game, Game Of Sacrifices

part-5

... I was so confused...
He came forward and started saying.
Austin- Sasha, I've been holding onto these feelings for you for what seems like an eternity. Every time I tried to muster the courage to tell you, I found myself at a loss for words. But today, I feel like I can finally express myself. You mean the world to me, and I can't imagine my life without you in it. You light up every room you walk into, and your smile is like sunshine on a cloudy day. I love the way you make me feel, and I cherish every moment we spend together. So, Sasha, I want you to know that I love you more than words can say.

These words hit me hard as a wave of emotions washed over me.
I was standing dumb fold

Austin- Sasha, I know this might be sudden, but I need to confess my feelings to you. I love you and I have a feeling that you love me too. The way you always stay so close to me shows it all. Could you please say something, Sasha?
Sasha- ah... what should I say...? (Speechless)

In this mess, Mia's emotions were palpable. With a sudden surge of anger, she forcefully shoved the person holding her aside and marched towards me and Austin. Her every step was filled with fierce determination as she approached us, her eyes blazing with intensity. As she drew closer, she tightly clasped my hand, seeking comfort and support from the chaos happening.
Mia- what the heck Aus!! U are purposing my sister without knowing her feelings!! Are u out of your mind?? (Huffing with Teary eyes) I always saw you as my one and only person, different from those boys who break girls' hearts but now u showed your true self Aus....(teardrop) ... I hate you!! (Brust into tears)

Austin was too shocked to speak when he found out that Mia was also an important part of his life. He feels safe, happy and free from regrets when he is with her. Sasha, Mia, and Austin have been friends since childhood. Sasha and Austin were classmates in fifth standard, which made them close, and Mia was in 3rd standard but in a different school. Austin sometimes used to go to Sasha and Mia's house to play, where he became friends with Mia. After many years, Mia and Austin became so close that they started sharing their secrets. Sometimes, they didn't even tell Sasha. Whenever Austin felt uneasy about something, he called Mia instead of Sasha, which was quite confusing for him too. He questioned himself about his feelings, but he ignored them. However, when Sasha and Austin got to the same college, he started developing feelings for Sasha.
[Present time]
Sasha was shocked and kept looking at her sister.
Mia- (wipes her tears) lemme make it clear that Sasha already has a boyfriend and he's much cooler than you!!
Sasha's eyes widen and Austin too
Mia- Adik bro!!! (Shouted)
Adik- (shocked too) ah..oh yeah
Mia signalled Adik with eyes to come and play your role

Adik- ( awkward laugh) Yeah... I... I'm Sasha's boyfriend

Then Mia looked at Sasha who was looking at Adik with stunned, by tapping her shoulder and again signalled her with eyes to speak
Austin- Sasha... is this true?
Sasha- umm... (looked down and then with a sigh looks straight into Austin's eyes with confidence) Yeah Austin, he's my boyfriend. ( said calmly and went to Adik and held his hand)
Austin- why didn't you tell me earlier?
Sasha- I didn't get the time to tell you as we just started dating.
Austin- oh.... (looks down with teary eyes)
Sasha- sorry Austin... (Goes to Austin and cupped his cheeks) ... I see you as my best friend and nothing more, so I can't accept your proposal. However, please don't be upset, I'm sure that you'll find someone better than me. (Hugs)
Austin- (nods)
Mia- sista, let's go, we are getting late, Mom is calling us.
Sasha- yeah let's go ... bye bunny (smiles)
Austin- bye... and listen, you, whoever you are, please don't ever hurt my Sasha or you'll regret it later.
Adik- don't worry (coldly)

They left.
Everyone approaches Austin and utters calming words, but they fail to relax him as he has been rejected by his crush of 5 years... It's not easy.

Outside the club...
They were in the park, Sasha and Mia were sitting on a bench while Adik was standing.
Mia was continuously Crying and Sasha rubbed her back to calm down.
Adik- can you guys please explain me as I am so Damn confuse...
Sasha- oh yeah... so sorry adik we made u involved in this mess...
Adik- no!! It's ok but explain all this

Then Sasha told all the past stories from when they what are they now
Adik- hmm... ok, so... that means fell in love with u after being this close to you
Sasha- yeah...(sad)
Adik noticed
Adik- sorry to ask but what happened
Sasha- ohh no no u can ask as u are one of us now ... now I'm kinda scared as it won't affect our friendship...
Adik- don't worry, if he doesn't talk to you, talk to him after that he'll feel easier...
Sasha- hmm... good idea
Mia- (sniff)(listening their talks)

Both of their attention goes to Mia
Sasha- Mia that's it, it's over now, stop crying
Mia- that's not the reason...(teardrop)
Sasha- so what's the reason?
Mia- nothing (nervous)
Adik- ahh.... what I think, Sasha can u bring us some snacks, I think Mia is hungry and... me too (awkward smile)
Sasha- ok ok I'll bring it, stay here guys

Sasha left
Adik sits near Mia.
Adik- I shouldn't indulge in your privacy but u can share with me whatever is on your mind, I won't tell your sister.
Mia- (sniff) (looking down ) I... I love him...
Adik- who!? (Eyes widen)
Mia- Austin.....
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