Defining the Enigma of Love

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What is love for you?

Well, how can you really define love?

Such a simple question, but why is it so hard to answer?

Can it be because love has so many definitions that not even one is the right answer?

For Marielle Jia Chen, "Love is a hopeless case."

These were her exact words when her teacher asked the question.

"Well, Ms. Chen, how is love a hopeless case for you?" Mrs. Lansen inquired, her tone curious but gentle.

"Well, Ma'am, isn't the main reason for divorces  marriage, which is mainly love?" MJ replied calmly, her eyes devoid of emotion.

Just as she finished speaking, the bell rang, signaling the end of the school year.

"Alright, class, looks like it's time. Enjoy your summer vacation."

"Thank you, Ma'am," the entire class chorused in unison.

"Thank you for a wonderful year, STEM 101."

Characters:

Marielle Jia Chen (MJ)

Age: 17Strand: STEMCampus Title: School's Love Skeptic - Everyone's First LoveExtra-Curriculars: Volleyball Team Captain

MJ's Circle of Friends:

Avery Eloise Anderson

Age: 18Strand: STEMCampus Title: Little Miss Perfect - Campus CrushConsistent Honor StudentExtra-Curriculars: SHS Student Council Vice President, Emerson's United Nations Club Secretary

Serena Marie Carter

Age: 17

Strand: HUMSSCampus 

Title: Campus Best Dancer

Extra-Curriculars: President of the Emerson Dance Club, Member of the Emerson Competitive Dance Team

Stellar Lake Salle

Age: 17

Strand: STEM

Campus Title: Crush Ng BayanExtra-Curriculars: Member of the Emerson United Nations Club, MJ's Childhood Friend

Avery's POV:

After dismissal, we decided to hit up the famous cafe near our campus.

"Thank God that's finally over," Stella joked as we walked.

"Kaya nga eh, di ko na talagang kayang makita araw-araw yung salamin sa ulo ni Sir Roel," Serena laughed.

And as usual, MJ was quiet. I still don't know how MJ ended up with us, but she loves us loud gals just the same.

A few minutes later, we arrived at the cafe.

"So... Marielle, what was the 'Love is a hopeless case' bit about earlier?" Stella teased.

"Hala, ano yan? Spill!" Serena demanded, her voice loud enough to turn heads.

"It's nothing," MJ muttered.

"Anong 'it's nothing' ka jan? Is this still about..." Stella started.

"NO, it is not, alright? Can't you just let it go?" MJ interrupted sharply.

"Why won't anyone tell me anything that's going on here?" Serena argued, her frustration palpable.

"Because you don't have to know everything," MJ snapped.

"Hey, that's enough. Can't we enjoy our coffee without you two fighting?" I said, raising my voice slightly to cut through the tension.

"I'm sorry, something happened earlier. I didn't mean to lash out at you, Ser," MJ apologized, her voice softening.

"It's fine. I didn't mean to annoy you either," Serena replied, forcing a smile.

"So, what are your plans for this summer?" I asked, steering the conversation to safer waters.

"I'm going to work for the company," Stella said proudly.

"And you, Ser?"

"Well, same old. I'm opening up the dance workshop again. Need to earn some cash," Serena answered.

"And you?" I asked, turning to MJ.

"I'll be interning at the company since Aiha is still at Angkong's," MJ replied.

"That's great, guys. I'm so proud of everyone."

"How about you, Ate Avery?" Serena asked.

"Hmm, I don't know. Maybe I'll go solo traveling."

"That's great," MJ said, nodding.

"That's great, Ate," Stella echoed, smiling warmly at me.

New Character:

Raphael Wei Chen

Course: BS Aeronautics

MJ's Aiha (older brother)Oldest child of the Chen Family

Age: 19


To be continued ...

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