Tales From The Borderlands

Days of Us

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You came into my life on January 30, 2018.

We bumped into each other under a Narra tree. You said, "Hi" and I replied, "Hello," with an awkward smile.

Feb 28, 2018

We met again at the mall, and you gave me a cotton candy. I said, "Thank you," and you replied, "You're welcome." You looked like a child smiling as if you have accomplished something on your bucket list.

March 12, 2018

You asked, "Can we be friends?" and I answered, "Of course," as I look into your brown eyes which also looks directly at mine.

April 4, 2018

You said, "I think I'm starting to fall for you. I promise I'll marry you," which I ignored like I didn't hear anything to avoid awkwardness between us. You aren't serious, right?

May 13, 2018

"I'll court you whether you like it or not." I shrugged my shoulders because I can't still process that you really are serious with this.

Later, you visited my house with a crimson rose and a basket of various foods. My parents came outside and let you in. "They like me," you muttered while hiding your big smile, and I slightly chuckled as you couldn't hide your happiness.

June 30, 2018

You're still courting me. You gave me a box of chocolates, shirts for my older brother, vegetables and chocolates for my mother, and a big rooster for my father. You're also courting my family, trying to win their vote.

July 14, 2018

I'm starting to like you. However, you're starting to talk to other girls about things you're only telling me. My right eyebrow raised the moment I found out about this from your so-called friend who also happens to know the things I thought I only knew.

August 31, 2018

You gave me the book I wanted to buy since, last year but I couldn't because it's expensive. I hugged you.

September 11, 2018

It was a very dark and cold night. I went home late because there were a lot of customers in the café where I worked part-time. I sensed someone was following me, but I didn't have enough courage to look back, so I just walked faster than I could until someone covered my mouth and dragged me to a dark place. He was about to undress me when you came and punched him to death. I hugged you and couldn't stop crying.

October 13, 2018

Finally, I said, "Yes." You jumped for joy and hugged me tightly, kissing me on my forehead. "You won't regret your decision," you said. I smiled and replied, "I know." It was officially our first day as a couple.

November 18, 2018

My parents invited you for dinner. They asked you many things and you answered everything. It was very late, so I said, "You can sleep here tonight; my bed is for two people." You pinched my nose and said, "I can't. Wait until we get married." You laughed, and so did I. "That's not what I mean, you dirty-minded person."

December 25, 2018

You came to my house to give me a present. I opened the red box, and to my surprise, I hugged you tightly. There were so many handwritten letters for me. Then, you opened my present for you. It was a scrapbook, a scrapbook full of our memories.

January 1, 2019

I went to your house. I ate a lot and bonded with your family. I gave you my first kiss.