Isa pa, with Feelings

III

As Yves and Mikhaela continued to navigate the complexities of their budding relationship, an unexpected twist threatened to disrupt the fragile balance they had worked so hard to achieve.

One afternoon, as Yves sat in her grandmother's living room, Mikhaela by her side, the doorbell rang, startling them out of their reverie. With a furrowed brow, Yves made her way to the door, wondering who could be visiting at this hour.

To her surprise, standing on the doorstep was Jhoanna Christine Burgos Robles, her ex-girl friend and renowned choreographer. Yves's heart skipped a beat at the sight of her, a rush of memories flooding back to her.

"Jhoanna," she greeted, her voice tinged with surprise. "What are you doing here?"

Jhoanna smiled warmly at her, his eyes soft with affection. "Yves, it's been too long," she said softly. "I've missed you."

Yves felt a pang of guilt at the sincerity in Jhoanna's words, a reminder of the life she had left behind when she walked away from their relationship. She had never stopped caring for Jhoanna, but the pain of their breakup had been too much to bear.

"What brings you here?" Yves asked, her voice betraying her apprehension.

Jhoanna's smile faltered slightly, her expression growing serious. "I'm working on a new production, and I want you to be a part of it," she explained. "I know it's been a while since we've worked together, but I believe in your talent, Yves. I want you to choreograph for me."

Yves' heart raced at the prospect of reuniting with Jhoanna, her mind swirling with conflicting emotions. On one hand, she longed to prove herself as a choreographer, to reclaim the passion for dance that had once defined her. But on the other hand, she feared the ghosts of her past, the pain and heartache that still lingered in the shadows.

Lost in her thoughts, Yves turned to Mikhaela, seeking her guidance and support. Mikhaela met her gaze with understanding, her eyes filled with compassion.

"It's your decision, Yves," Mikhaela said softly. "But whatever you choose, know that I'll be here for you every step of the way."

Yves felt a surge of gratitude towards Mikhaela, a reminder of the unwavering support she had found in her arms. With a newfound sense of clarity, she turned back to Jhoanna, her voice steady with determination.

"I'll do it," she said, her heart pounding with resolve. "I'll choreograph for your production."

Jhoanna's face lit up with excitement, her eyes shining with pride. "Thank you, Yves," she said, pulling her into a tight embrace. "I promise you won't regret this."

As Yves watched Jhoanna walk away, a sense of apprehension gnawed at her heart. But with Mikhaela by her side, she knew that she was ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead, to confront the ghosts of her past and reclaim her place in the world of dance. And as she leaned into Mikhaela's embrace, her heart filled with hope and determination, she knew that together, they could overcome anything.