Shards of love

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Shards of Love is a true life event, it tells the story of two hearts once bound by passion but shattered by betrayal. When Tekiyah falls deeply for Aslam, she believes their love is unbreakable ,until secrets begin to surface, and trust slips through the cracks. Left with only the remnants of what once was, Tekiyah must choose: gather the pieces and heal, or walk away from the wreckage for good. A haunting tale of love, lies, and the strength it takes to let go.

Mystery Betrayal First love Attractive Neighbor Drama Noble Second chance Teen romance Personal growth

Chapter 5 Cracks in the mask

06-25 15:36

Chapter 1 The way he looked at me

Tekiyah and Aslam had shared the same classroom since the first day of school, yet the first term passed like a silent film,scenes of proximity but no real connection. The hum of chatter, the scraping of chairs, the faint scent of chalk dust filled the air, but their worlds remained apart. Even though they lived just streets away, it felt as if miles separated their hearts.

Tekiyah would sometimes catch a glimpse of Aslam,his dark eyes calm and steady behind thick lashes, the way his hands rested on his desk, fingers tapping lightly to a rhythm only he could hear. She wondered what thoughts swirled beneath his quiet exterior. Was he as lonely as she felt?

The school corridors were always noisy, but when Aslam was near, everything seemed to soften. The buzz of voices faded into a dull murmur, replaced by the thudding of her own heart and the quickening beat of nervous anticipation. Yet she kept her distance, afraid that a single word might shatter the fragile bubble of safety she had wrapped around herself.

Then, as the second term began, the world shifted. It wasn't thunderous or sudden, just a small nod from Aslam as she entered the classroom. That brief gesture sent a warmth blooming in her chest, a mixture of hope and fear that made her fingers tingle. She hesitated before returning a shy smile, feeling exposed, vulnerable, and alive all at once.

Days passed, and their greetings grew,soft hellos in the morning, casual questions whispered between classes. Tekiyah found herself replaying each interaction over and over, memorizing the sound of his voice, the way his eyes flickered with curiosity when she spoke. Her mind danced with possibility, but shadows of doubt lingered. am I just imagining this?

During lunch time,gathered around the dusty school benches, Tekiyah couldn't help but share her thoughts with her closest friends. Her voice dropped to a secretive whisper as she gisted them about the boy who had caught her attention in class.

"There's this guy," she began, cheeks warming as she glanced around. He's different. Calm, you know? Like he actually sees you when he looks your way. I don't know... it's weird, but I think I like him. Her friends leaned in, eyes wide with curiosity and teasing smiles. They peppered her with questions,What's his name? Does he even notice you? Is he brilliant? Is he handsome? Tekiyah smiled shyly, feeling both embarrassed and thrilled to finally admit the feelings stirring inside her.

Walking home that afternoon, the warm sun filtering through leafy branches, Tekiyah noticed Aslam ahead on the sidewalk. Her heart pounded so loudly she was sure he could hear it. The scent of rain-soaked earth mingled with the sweet aroma of blooming flowers around them, but all she could focus on was the way his eyes met hers briefly,steady, sincere, searching.

That look made her feel seen, truly seen, for the first time. It was as if he was reading the silent parts of her,the dreams she guarded, the fears she never voiced. She wanted to believe this was the start of something real, something strong enough to hold all the fragile pieces inside her.

But beneath the hope, a whisper of caution lingered.The thought was sharp and cold, yet she pushed it away, clutching instead to the warmth of his gaze.

As the second term rolled on, Tekiyah stood at the edge of something new and uncertain,ready to step forward, but unsure of where the path might lead.