UNVEILING DESTINY'S SURPRISE

me back. Suddenly, I felt movement next to me, and a knot formed in my stomach. With widening eyes, I beheld the sight of my companion, who was wrapped around me, his nakedness pressing against

me feel relieved - I was finally taking control of my own safety and well-being. However, the physical sensations in my body were nothing shor

hat I needed to act quickly, to avoid waking him up and potentially putting myself in greater danger. As I made my way out of the r

I want to forget as quickly as possible. I try my best to move on with my life, to focus on the positive things and leave the past behi

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hi! Or hello, nothing at all. It's first day of school and, as usual, we need to get up early again because the vacation is over. It seems like the

he opening words, right...you'll beat mom if you scream on

a! What time is it for god's sake CL 8 '

world from the school that I'm attending. Despite being so close to my dorm, I can't shake this feeling of being lost an

ort. I'm an 18-year-old graduating student at St. Harold University, where I'm currently pursuing a Bachelor of S

t as I got older, I started to prefer using my initials, which is how I started going by CL. I

s. I know that this is just the beginning of a journey that will take me to places I never thought possible.

arold square, I have been quite identified throughout the university. Being a leader has made me famous but has gotten me many enemies as well. My strictness in cho

sen as the representative of our department for the charm contest, I was taken aback. I have never felt passionate about charm contests or felt the need

stening to candy. Candy, in this context, may refer to pop music or any other genre that is not considered 'trendy

s. However, it is essential to stay true to oneself and participate in things that spark joy and passion. After all, it is

rooted in her love of being the posh and perfect "square princess," while I was more content to blend into the background. Admi

tament to her lack of substance. She seemed to be far too invested in bein

sometimes disliked how she missed the opportunity to build real friendships with people by only wanting attention from the o

ature. Our friendship was primarily predicated on her spending time with my friends and m

st, AYA loved to experiment with different hair colors, constantly changing her look to... well, who knows, really? I didn't understand the appeal of dying her hair every c

lead because it's always a fun time. We never take it too seriously, and we don't get too

ntest has to treat the other two to free lunch and dinner for an entire year. It's a friendly wager that adds an extra level of ex

It's a great feeling to be recognized for your beauty and personality, but for me, the title also comes with a sense of responsibility.

e radiates on stage. She's never afraid to be herself and just have fun, which is what a beauty contest should be all about

on't take them too seriously, but we always strive to do our best. And regardless of who wins o

I could appreciate AYA's loud and naughty behavior. But there were also times when AYA's behavior crossed the line and caused me to lose sleep. No matter

, on the other hand, was still as strict as ever. He had a no-tolerance policy for students who were late to class, and his

at Kyle was my ex-boyfriend, and hearing about him and Jenna's public displays of affection was the last

e life wasn't always easy, but with a little bit of persis

w through. She was annoyed with her friend, JM, for not being able to pick up o

and add him on CL," AYA said, her voice laced with frustration. JM, who was always a bit slower a

ling over you! You're so beautiful, I don't know if you're even from this planet. And to

every day that someone paid her such a glowing compliment. But AYA, being the e

ed a joke or made a witty remark, the joke would pass right over her head. But once she finally gra

smitten guy, their laughter echoed through the halls. Despite the teasing, they bo

o replace me. But don't think for a second that I'm without him. And as for Kyle, he'

e court and his looks off it, was the heartthrob of our university. He was my first love and ex-boyfriend, and while I adored his sweetne

mile. "Greetings to all. May I talk to CL for

her distaste for Kyle. AYA used to be kind toward Kyle, as he had initially ha

out of resentment or envy, but out of respect for his current girlfriend. Additionally, I am acquainted with his current

nd I had shared so much in such a short span of time that it's difficult to let go of the bond we had built. While AYA may have claimed that what we had wasn't lo

ould go out of his way to make me feel special. I remember how, during the days when I was busy with my research, he would send food

table. He would drop me off at home, even when he had to go to school early the next day. When he had free time, he would spend his day

d, I need to move on. Even though it's easier said than done, I need to try. I'm hope

known for indulging in playful flirting with his admirers, even so far as to lock lips with them at times, without a care for onlookers. Every time I had the nerve to bring up his questionable behavior, he would be

to know about it. I've never been someone to judge, and I don't let it affect my int

that we go to his condo. I was hesitant, but he was so insistent that I eventually caved. Once we were there, he forced me to ha

that he didn't want to have to look for anyone else. To me, that reasoning seemed

earththrob and crush of the town, and I don't fault him for enjoying his popularity.

and have open discussions. I don't feel the need to rush at anyone that I'm ta

y I continually refused his advances. Our argument escalated when he tried to force himself on me in his car, causing me to break up with him over the phone t

p up. And yet somehow, I found myself caught in the crossfire. That fateful day, I was whisked away to a

t demeanor reduced to that of a lost puppy. "I don't love Jenna. She's

u have a girlfriend. This isn't some romantic reunion, I only agreed to meet you to use your car. We have a big problem on our hand

omise to change for the better. I won't complain or disrespect y

th Jenna? You need to grow up and not mess with people's emotions." After getting out of his car, I thought about how things could have been easier if he didn't end things abru