Malaiah, the woman of hope. She was too young when her father walked away, and too unprepared when her mother was taken from her. Somewhere between those two losses, she became someone who learned to live without being held, carrying a life she never chose, and memories that were never given the chance to exist. Sa murang edad, natuto siyang tumayo sa sarili niyang mga paa, pilit binubuo ang isang buhay na kahit kailan ay hindi naging madali. Aiah learned early how to disappear in plain sight. It became instinct, whenever she felt her presence grew too heavy, too complicated, too much to carry, she would quietly step back. Distance became her language of self-preservation, a way to keep others safe from the emotional chaos she had long learned to endure alone. But Tibo Alexandre didn't respond the way she expected people to. He didn't flinch at her silence, nor did he take her withdrawal as a final answer. Will Aiah stay where silence keeps her safe, or will Tibo become the sound that lingers long enough to break what she never thought could be heard again?

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YOUR FIRST LOVE IS YOUR FUTURE How do you overcome the uncertainties of loving someone so deeply? Is your first love the person you're meant to spend forever with-or the heartbreak you'll carry into your future? For Rainier and Alexine, love begins with the innocence of high school. What starts as a simple friendship slowly becomes something neither of them can easily ignore. But is what they feel truly love, or just a puppy love that will fade with time? As they grow older, their story becomes more complicated. Between love triangles, jealousy, friendship, family, dreams, and unexpected choices, Rainier and Alexine will discover that loving someone is easy-but choosing to stay is another story. Follow their journey from their unforgettable high-school adventures to the years that change everything, and find out whether first love really can become your forever. A story about first love, missed chances, growing up, and finding your way back to the person who has always had your heart. TIMELINE: Past • Present • Future STATUS: COMPLETED - 23 Parts LANGUAGE: Mixed English & Tagalog DISCLAIMER: All characters, places, events, and situations in this story are fictional. Any resemblance to actual people or events is purely coincidental. Photos used in this story are not mine. Credits belong to their respective owners. Don't forget to comment your reactions as you read! I'd love to know your thoughts, theories, favorite moments, and feelings about Rainier and Alexine's journey. ❤️