Unrequited Hearts

CHAPTER-1

As the first light of dawn painted the sky with hues of pink and gold, a young, beautiful teenage girl awoke to the gentle chime of her alarm clock. It was 7 AM, and the air was crisp with the promise of a new day. Rising from her bed, she stretched lazily, her long hair cascading over her shoulders. She lived alone in a quaint cottage on the outskirts of Edinburgh, a charming abode surrounded by a lush garden that she adored.

Pushing open the wooden door, she stepped into the garden, the cool morning dew kissing her bare feet. The garden was a sanctuary, a vibrant tapestry of flowers and greenery that swayed gently in the breeze. She wandered among the blossoms, her fingers brushing against the petals, as birds chirped a cheerful morning serenade.

After her peaceful stroll, she returned to the cottage, the warmth of the inside contrasting pleasantly with the cool morning air. With the clock nearing 7:45 AM, she knew it was time to get ready for school. Unlike many schools, hers had no uniform policy, allowing students the freedom to express themselves through their attire. Today, she chose a black off-shoulder ruffle top paired with pristine white jeans, a combination that highlighted her youthful elegance.

By 8:15 AM, she was ready, her hair neatly brushed and a light touch of makeup enhancing her natural beauty. She took a moment to look at herself in the mirror, a smile playing on her lips as she admired her reflection. Gathering her school bag, she headed to the front porch, where she would wait for the bus. The sun was now fully up, casting a warm glow over the cottage and the garden she loved so much.

As the bus rounded the corner, she took a deep breath, savoring the tranquility of her home one last time before stepping out into the world.

As she settled into her favorite middle seat by the window, Diana felt a sense of calm wash over her. The steady hum of the bus and the familiar route through the countryside to the city of Edinburgh brought a comforting routine to her morning.

As the bus entered the bustling city, Diana smiled at the lively scenes unfolding outside her window. People hurried along the sidewalks, shops opened their doors for the day, and the city seemed to come alive with energy and excitement. She loved watching the hustle and bustle, a stark contrast to the peaceful solitude of her cottage.

The bus came to a halt at its next stop, and Diana's attention was drawn to a very handsome boy boarding the bus. Her dark brown eyes met his hazel ones for a brief moment, and a flutter of nerves made her quickly look away, focusing intently on the view outside the window as the bus resumed its journey.

From the corner of her eye, she saw the boy move to the back of the bus, where he joined a group of his friends. Their laughter and animated conversation filled the air, a cheerful backdrop to the start of the school day. Diana couldn't help but steal occasional glances in his direction, intrigued by his easy smile and the way he seemed to light up the space around him.

As the bus pulled up in front of the school, Diana felt a familiar rush of excitement. She gathered her things and stepped down quickly, the cool morning air hitting her face as she began walking towards the entrance.

Spotting her three friends near the school gate, she broke into a run, her steps light with anticipation. "So, ready for the new day?" she called out cheerfully, her voice bubbling with enthusiasm.

Her friends turned to her with smiles. Violet, with her her silky black hair and natural blush on her cheeks, grinned back-"Always ready!"

Grace, who was in the school's girl basketball team gave a nod-"Yup"

Ava the most beautiful one in the group with thick long wavy raven hair said-"Why are you so dull today Grace?"

Grace said-"Today is soccer's practice after school, but I want to just rest today."

The rest three of them just shook their head.

The four friends fell into step together as they made their way inside the school. The halls buzzed with the noise of students greeting each other and hurrying to their lockers. Diana felt a surge of happiness being surrounded by her friends and the familiar environment of the school.

"So, any interesting plans for today?" Diana asked as they approached their lockers.

"There's a new art exhibit in the library," Violet said excitedly. "I heard it's really good."

Ava smiled softly, "I have a feeling today is going to be special. Maybe something unexpected will happen."

Diana glanced back down the hallway and caught sight of the boy from the bus. He was standing with his friends, laughing about something. She felt a flutter in her chest but quickly turned back to her own group. "Well, whatever happens, we'll face it together," she said with a confident smile.

With that, they headed off to their first class, the promise of a new day and the adventures it might bring filling their hearts with eager anticipation.

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