Unhealthy Attachment

eo's message: "I don't think I'd breathe the same if you ever rejected me, Pat. I'm in love with you." I couldn't contain

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nal person and a lover. We happened to be the same height, sharing an 18-year-old

e until I left to study abroad. We did everything together: choosing the same hairstyles, defending each other

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nothing to lose. "What else could go wrong? I trust him not to hurt me," voicing my thoughts internally as I opened his message. "He's online!" I s

ne?" I contemplated. Despite having spent a lot of time together, my heart

n't help but feel a mix of excitement and nervousness. My eyes were

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s washed over me. It felt like the answer I had been hoping for,

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sound of his voice sent shivers down m

tion, I replied

onship. Leo's declaration of love echoed through the voice note," I love you, Pat," causing my heart to

e to suppress my giggles of happiness. Eager to share the wonderful news

too deeply immersed in love. Instead of feeling angry or defensive, I appreciated Gwen's concern. I understood that s

evel-headed mindset. As I made my way into the bathroom, ready to start my day with a refreshing shower, I left my phone behind on my bed,

gs, my heart brimmed with eagerness and a touch of apprehension. The thought of

Leo the next day, exploring our budding connection further, and experiencing the warmth of his presence once again fuel