Love is Just a Number - Episode 13
08-11-25 (14:28)
Episode 13: Crossroads and Confessions
Shary POV
Lilylove's bakery was a sanctuary, a haven of warmth and comforting aromas in the midst of my chaotic world. The scent of freshly baked bread, cinnamon, and vanilla filled the air, momentarily easing the tension that had been gripping me for days.
Lilylove, her face dusted with flour and her eyes sparkling with genuine concern, greeted me with a warm embrace. "Shary! What brings you here? You look like you've seen a ghost." She asked.
I sighed, unable to maintain the facade of normalcy any longer. I poured out my heart to her, recounting the events of the past few weeks: PaRiskY's treachery, AMANUEL's betrayal, Layla's seductive offer, and Moana's devastating pain. I told her everything, holding nothing back.
As I spoke, Lilylove listened patiently, her brow furrowed with concern. She offered words of encouragement, practical advice, and a sympathetic ear, reminding me of the importance of honesty, integrity, and compassion. She is truly a great friend, one of the best.
"It sounds like you're caught between two worlds, Shary," she said, handing me a warm pastry filled with raspberry jam. "But only you can decide which one you truly belong to. Just be careful not to break too many hearts in the process." I wasn't sure about that.
Her simple words resonated deeply within me. I realized that I couldn't continue to waver, to allow myself to be pulled in two different directions. I had to make a choice, a definitive decision that would determine the course of my life and the fate of my relationships. I started thinking I should just leave them both. Maybe I could start over somewhere' new.
Somewhere' where' no one knows me.
Somewhere' where' I can be happy. But that might be selfish.
I thanked Lilylove for her kindness and left the bakery, my heart feeling slightly lighter but still heavy with the weight of my decision. I needed time to think, time to reflect, time to figure out what I truly wanted. I need to do this.
Moana POV
It turns out that Lilylove is in the same street as Layla. I can't believe what I have to do. I decided to go over to Lilylove but as soon as I get out of the house I see Layla across the street. I don't understand what I'm feeling anymore. I hate her but I respect her.
She's making me hate her but also making me want to join forces with her. It's driving me crazy.
I think Layla is planning something. She is plotting a way to get rid of me. I think she has people watching my house and now. She may attack if I get too close to Shary. I have to be really careful or I'm in trouble. I'm not sure if I can trust anyone anymore.
Especially not Layla.
I hesitated, torn between my desire to seek comfort from Lilylove and my fear of confronting Layla. But I knew that I couldn't avoid her forever. I had to face her, to demand answers, to protect myself and Shary from her machinations. But I didn't want anything to do with her.
I took a deep breath, steeled my resolve, and started walking towards Layla, my heart pounding in my chest. I prepared to give her a piece of my mind.
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