After her

Revealed

I fell silent for two minutes while Diu kept asking, "What happened? Are you alright?" I didn't respond. After a deep breath, I told her everything about the situation with the other girl. I hoped she would guide me rather than berate me, but she did exactly what I feared. She ended our relationship, calling me a deceitful soul and a liar. I was crying, thinking about Sam, worried about her finding out. During the call, Diu continued to support me but suggested an idea I couldn't fathom—leaving Sam. I disagreed vehemently and refused her advice.

I didn't go to the institute for three days. Sam called me every day, but I couldn't bring myself to answer. I was overwhelmed by the responsibilities at home and my financial worries. Despite coming from a wealthy family with a strong reputation, my mother chose sacrifices over shortcuts, which pained me deeply. I had to work in a place I never imagined working. Nonetheless, Sam kept trying to reach out to me.

On the fourth day, I was sitting in a café when I finally answered her call. She inquired about my well-being, and I assured her I was alright. She asked what had happened to me suddenly, knowing that I loved her but waiting for the right moment. After she insisted, I took a deep breath and told her everything. She asked, "If you were in a relationship, why did you get so close to me? I loved you so much." She made it clear I had to choose between them. I chose Sam and had to break the other girl's heart.

I concocted an excuse, telling her that my father had read our messages and insisted I focus on my studies instead of wasting time on such things. Initially, she understood, but eventually, she had to accept it because I had moved on for Sam. It wasn't that Sam forced me to leave the other girl; I was simply happier with Sam. She shared my sense of humor, we talked and laughed a lot, and she knew exactly how to turn situations around, which attracted me the most.

I was ready to embark on a new journey with Sam but also felt remorse for the past because I am only human. Even though I knew it was wrong, my love for Sam outweighed the fear of my wrongdoing. I proposed to her the next day, and she accepted. We were very happy, like newly attached souls. We would go for rides during lunch, share our stories, and laugh without reason. Her love filled the air of those streets, and I kissed her for the first time in the class.