Proloque

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      I stepped aside and made way for the teens that were walking to my direction. As I watched them pass, I couldn't help but notice the mischief that was painted in each one's eyes.
      They are probably gangsters on their way to a rumble.
      A girl, also one of them turned her head and made eye contact with me. And right there, as I looked at those hateful eyes, all the memories came back. Not too long ago, I was one of them. Miserable, wretched, lost, hateful... Longing.
      I continued to look as they went on crossing the street. Yes, their eyes may look fierce, but I know, behind those hateful eyes, are longing hearts. Longing hearts that desires to be filled...
     How do I know?
     I have been there.

      Back then, all I knew is that I was looking for something. Something that can satisfy me completely, but I don't know where to look for it. I had emptiness that demanded to be filled, I was fine in the eyes of many, but inside, I was desperate. Desperate to find meaning. I tried all things... But it seems to have worsened my condition. 
       But one day, when I thought of ending my misery, things began to turn around in a way I never expected before....

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