Never meant to be

Severed and Broken

Chapter 9: Severed and Broken

The previous night was a blur. I had been worn out by the entire day of activities and all I could think of was how I could solve the issue.

When the hour hand hit 11, I wanted to talk to Cheryl, and see how we could work things out. I texted her "we need to talk", and she replied soon after. We were engaged in a difficult conversation where neither side really knew how to reply due to the boundaries set by the recent events.

As the conversation proceeded, I realized, our relationship was a lost cause, I did not feel that it was actually making me happier. I decided not to reply her while deciding my next move.

After much debating with my mind, I came to a conclusion that our relationship was to end. It had been falling apart since the start yet the signs were not obvious enough.

I did not know how to break it her, and just told her "Cheryl Teo, you are a really amazing person. I've learned a lot about you in these past 2 months and I think that I'm lucky to have you. But I may not be the right person for you, we were drifting apart for a long time... and I don't think I can continue to live this way. So... yes, I'm breaking up with you."

She saw the message immediately, and cried. I knew because her close friend told me not long after. Cheryl beg and pled for another chance, but my decision was final.

I guess some people are meant to fall in love with each other, but just not meant to be together. I felt guilty for what I did and did not know how I could make it go away.

Cheryl, on the other hand, was no better. She cried for days and it made her look like a totally different person. Her nose was awfully red and her cheeks were very puffy.

I learned, that I needed to know more about a person, before diving in. Trusting a person is like free-falling, assuming the person will catch you. Relationships need trust, which was lacking between me and Cheryl.

Though it did not work out in the end, I still found it a valuable lesson. I knew things would be awkward when the next school terms start, so I prepared myself for the worst.

With this, my story has come to an end.

To Cheryl: I know things were unresolved between us and some even told me you couldn't get over me afterwards. I hope you learn to love again, just move on like I have. Good Luck and all the best.