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Finding Strength

Chapter 21: Finding Strength

Jia's heart felt heavy, like a weight was crushing her. Her grandparents' demands echoed in her mind, making her feel trapped and helpless. She couldn't concentrate on anything, not even Yibo's music, which usually brought her solace.

Sarah noticed Jia's distress and sat with her in silence, offering a comforting presence. Jia appreciated her friend's understanding and support. She knew she could always count on Sarah to be there for her.

As they sat together, Jia's thoughts turned to her parents. She cherished every moment with them, knowing that her grandparents' ultimatum loomed over her. She felt like she was living on borrowed time, and the fear of losing her parents was suffocating her.

Sarah broke the silence, "Jia, we need to think of a way to address this situation. You can't keep living like this, with this weight on your shoulders." Jia nodded, knowing Sarah was right. She couldn't keep running from her problems; she needed to face them head-on.

Jia's mind wandered to Yibo's messages, his words of encouragement and hope. She felt a sense of connection to him, like he understood her struggles. His music became her escape, a way to temporarily forget her troubles and find solace in his words.

As she listened to his songs, Jia realized that she couldn't control her grandparents' actions, but she could control how she responded to them. She began to focus on her own strength and resilience, understanding that she had the power to rise above her challenges.

Sarah encouraged Jia to explore options for her future, considering ways to maintain her connection with her parents while also protecting herself from her grandparents' toxic behaviour. Jia knew it wouldn't be easy, but she was determined to find a way.

With Sarah's support, Jia started to make plans, thinking about her education and career. She wanted to create a life where she could be independent and happy, free from her grandparents' manipulation.

As Jia worked on her plans, she felt a sense of purpose growing inside her. She was taking control of her life, and it felt empowering. She knew she still had a long way to go, but she was ready to face her challenges head-on.

Jia's journey was becoming one of self-discovery, learning to prioritize her own well-being and finding ways to rise above her difficulties. She was determined to create a brighter future, one where she could be true to herself and live without fear.

With each passing day, Jia felt herself growing stronger, more confident. She knew she would always face challenges, but she was ready to face them with courage and determination. She was finding her voice, and she would not be silenced.

Jia was studying hard for her final exams. She wanted to do well and make her parents happy. Even though she was worried about her grandparents' demands, she tried to stay positive and focus on her goals.

Raj was also studying a lot for his exams. He always worked hard, but this time he felt sad because Jia wasn't around. They used to study together and help each other, but now Jia was busy with her own stuff.

Raj thought about Jia a lot while he was studying. He wondered if she was doing okay and if she was studying hard too. He wanted to call her and ask her to study together like they used to, but he didn't want to bother her.

Jia was trying her best to focus on her exams. She wanted to show everyone that she could do well, even with all the problems she was facing. She studied every day, determined to succeed.

Raj and Jia were both working hard for their exams, but they couldn't stop thinking about each other. They wondered what would happen after their exams and if they would be able to hang out again soon. If things for them will be like before or not.

Next Day :

Raj sat at his desk, surrounded by books and notes, but his mind kept wandering to Jia. He missed her more than he thought possible. He missed their laughter, their conversations, their silly jokes, their study sessions and their hangouts.

As he gazed around his room, his eyes landed on his cupboard wall, filled with photos of him and Jia from their childhood. He smiled, remembering the good times they had shared.

There was a photo of them on their first day of school, holding hands and looking nervous. Another one showed them celebrating their tenth birthday together, with big smiles and chocolate cake.

Raj's heart swelled with emotions as he looked at the photos. He realised that he didn't just miss Jia as a friend; he missed her as someone special. He liked her, really liked her.

He thought back to all the times they had spent together, all the memories they had created. He remembered the way Jia's eyes sparkled when she laughed, the way her hair fell in soft waves down her back.

Raj's face grew hot as he acknowledged his feelings. He had never thought of Jia in this way before, but now he couldn't deny it. He liked Jia, and he wanted to tell her.

But what if she didn't feel the same way? What if she just thought of him as a friend? What if after knowing his feelings about her, jia breaks their friendship?

Raj's mind raced with many  questions and doubts, but one thing was certain - he couldn't keep his feelings hidden forever. He needed to find a way to tell Jia how he felt, no matter how scary it seemed. He wanted to let  her  know about his feelings as soon as possible.