Afraid to Love Again

Sophia had always been a little reserved, focused on her studies and hesitant to dive into the world of relationships. But when she met Ethan in a freshman workshop, something shifted. Ethan was everything she wasn't -- charming, outgoing, and full of ambition. He had an effortless way of making people feel seen, and from the moment he smiled at her, Sophia knew her life was about to change.

--------IN HER APARTMENT --------

Maya: "Soph, where the hell did you drop your phone, your mom has been calling" 

"Really, Thanks BFF" Maya scoffed.

"So tell me about your day today, guessed something good happened today" said Maya.

"Well well well what can i say, somethings happens and you know the full story darling." 

"See who is gonna be dating soon" Maya said chirping.

Sophia chuckled. "I have a lot to learn from you dear, anyways what about Mark ?

Maya threw a pillow at Sophia. Sophia started laughing out loud "Okay i get he's not your type and both of you is over, Sorry Mi lady"

  Both Sophia and Maya talked and laughed throughout the day.

The following day, they were paired together for a class project, and what started as a simple academic partnership quickly blossomed into something more. They spent hours working together in the library, and before they knew it, they were inseparable.

Ethan was everything Sophia had ever wanted in a partner. His energy was contagious, his laughter was infectious. He spoke about his dream of becoming a business major with such passion Sophia couldn't help but be drawn into his vision. His promises felt like a lifeline to her-- an assurance that their future together would be full of success and happiness.

Ethan: " You know, I could see us doing this forever-- building our dreams together."

Sophia (laughing): "Is that a promise or just your way of keeping me around?"

Ethan: "It's a promise. You'll see. What more can I ask for. Huh? The school belle that is smart, hot, cute, kind, hardworking, honest and my love (*winks*) all by my side."

Sophia (blushes): Ethan!

"I LOVE YOU"   I LOVE YOU TOO Sophia said smiling.

--------ETHAN---------

Looking into her eyes, I can see the love she has for me. she's so pure and damn she's hot, she's smart and sweet. *smiles* having her all to myself is a win for me. 

She's is patient enough to listen to all my talks even when i was blabbering nonsense, yet she was looking at me lovingly, all the love she has for me is for me alone.

--------SOPHIA--------

OMG! I never knew falling in love can be surreal like this, Arrghh, somebody pinch me (laying on her bed and hugging her pillow to herself). MY FIRST LOVE. She fell asleep thinking about Ethan.

By the end of their first year, they're the "it" couple on campus. Everyone assumes they're destined for a future together. Their relationship seemed unshakable-- until it wasn't.

As the summer came and went, Sophia found herself counting down the days until they would be back on campus. Ethan had already hinted that they would be spending summer apart-- his internships and family obligations meant he wouldn't be able to visit me as much. But Sophia didn't worry. She trusted him completely. He had always assured her, saying he would make time for her, that he would never leave her behind.

*Sighs*

"SOPHIA" called Sophia's mom.