The way we meet

A Journey Back to Roots

After weeks of heated passion and emotional turmoil, Lorena and Alex decided it was time for a getaway. Lorena had long yearned to revisit her homeland of Romania, a place filled with memories of her childhood spent at her grandmother’s house. The allure of familiar landscapes and comforting traditions beckoned her, and Alex eagerly joined her on this journey.

As they arrived in Romania, the sights and sounds enveloped Lorena, igniting a deep sense of nostalgia. She pointed out the quaint villages and lush green hills, sharing stories from her childhood with Alex, who listened intently, captivated by her animated tales. The air was thick with the smell of blooming wildflowers and freshly baked bread, bringing a smile to her face.

They settled into her grandmother's old house, which had been preserved just as she remembered it. It was a beautiful, rustic home, filled with family memories and love. As the evening approached, excitement bubbled within Lorena at the thought of attending a local party—a chance to connect with her roots and revisit the people she had grown up with.

The party was vibrant, filled with laughter, music, and the rich aroma of traditional Romanian food. As Lorena and Alex mingled, she felt a rush of happiness at being home. The warmth of the community welcomed them, and she danced under the stars, her heart swelling with joy.

It was during one of these dances that she spotted a familiar face across the yard—Joseph, her childhood crush. Memories flooded back of summer days spent at her grandmother’s, where she had dreamt of him from afar, shyly admiring his adventurous spirit. Joseph had been everything she had wanted back then—handsome, charming, and full of life.

“Is that Joseph?” Alex asked, his voice laced with tension, pulling her back to the present.

“Yes, that’s him!” Lorena replied, a mix of nostalgia and excitement filling her.

Alex's expression hardened as he noticed the way her eyes sparkled at the sight of her old crush. As they approached, Joseph greeted her with open arms, his smile genuine and warm. They exchanged pleasantries, reminiscing about the past, laughter ringing out as they recounted childhood stories.

As the night wore on, Alex watched the two of them interact, feeling a tight knot of jealousy forming in his stomach. Lorena’s animated laughter and sparkling eyes were intoxicating, but they also ignited a fire of insecurity within him.

“I’ll grab us some drinks,” he muttered, stepping away to collect his thoughts, feeling the heat of jealousy course through him.

Joseph turned to Lorena, noticing Alex’s sudden withdrawal. “Is everything okay with him?” he asked, genuine concern in his voice.

“Yes, he’s just… overprotective,” Lorena replied, her voice tinged with a hint of guilt. She could sense the tension building between Alex and Joseph, and it troubled her.

As the night progressed, the connection between Lorena and Joseph was undeniable. They shared memories, exchanged teasing glances, and Alex could see the chemistry that sparked between them.

When they returned to the house later that night, the air was thick with unspoken tension. Alex’s silence was deafening, and Lorena felt the weight of his jealousy hanging over them like a dark cloud.

“Are you going to talk to me, or just sulk?” Lorena finally asked, frustration bubbling to the surface.

“I’m not sulking,” he snapped, his voice sharp. “But it’s hard to ignore how you were practically glowing around Joseph.”

“He’s just an old friend! You know I love you, Alex!” she argued, trying to bridge the growing distance between them.

“Is that really how you feel? Because from where I stood, it looked like you had feelings for him,” Alex shot back, his eyes blazing with anger.