Unhealthy Attachment

ried reaching over and fumbling to silence the persistent noise that came from the alarm. Rubbing the sleep from my ey

usness. The anticipation of being in Leo's presence consumed my thoughts, making it

me look pretty and appealing to him. Finally ready, I grabbed my bag and rushed o

erness to see Leo. As the bus stopped at my house, I came down and walked into the build

roup of friends. My heart skipped a beat as our eyes met,

hesitation because we were in public. I didn't want to reject Leo's affectionate gesture or make

rvous anymore. I just felt safe in his arms. I

gain. I saw a tender smile on Leo's face as if he understood and appreci

Leo whispered. "It

e welcome, Leo. I'm just getting used to public di

tion. "I appreciate your efforts, Pat. We'll tak

erstanding and respect for my boundaries made me feel safe

ug. As we embraced, he whispered into my ear, 'Meet me under the cherry tree.'

stop smiling. My attention was divided, but I was able to understand what my lecturer taught that day. I got restless a few minutes before

o to text me after he was done with class, I walked to the cafeteria to get something to eat. I bought snacks and a dri

r morning class?" I replied. "Yes. I'm waiti

hen up as I didn't want to look unkempt, I said,

waving at him. He turned to look at him. Our eyes met, and I couldn't tell what was written on his f

ssed my waist while grabbing it, and his other hand lifted my jaw. He could hear how loud my heartbeats were. He kissed me. My heart sank to my stomach.

I was also a virgin. That was where I got my first kiss. I remember his lips touching mine; they felt so warm as th

Leo. I wasn't familiar with Leo's background, nor was he familiar with mi

under the tree to chat while waiting for his next class. He asked me about

lationship. "My deal breaker is cheating. There's no explanation or second chance," I replied, my face looking serious. "Don't be with someo

," he replied. "I want long-term," he added. Hearing this made m

lips and pecked my forehead before leaving. I watched him leave while I s

nued talking. I spent most of my time talking t

ed me and had plans for us. I considered myself a learner whenev

lked about our future, and kissed. We would also communicate over the phone. O

rt to make me happy. Anxiously staring into my eyes "I hope it's not too late before another guy who has everything