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School love

Love

By Sathish KumarPublished about a year ago β€’ 11 min read
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Mia & Alex love πŸ’•

Mia had always been an ambitious student. She excelled in her studies, participated in extracurricular activities, and had a clear plan for her future. Her friends often joked that she was too focused on her goals to think about anything else. But despite her laser-focused approach to school, there was one area of her life where Mia felt unsure: love.

Mia had never been in a serious relationship before. She had gone on a few dates in the past, but they never led to anything more than a brief fling. She couldn't help but wonder if there was something wrong with her. She had plenty of friends, was well-liked, and considered herself attractive enough. But for some reason, she couldn't seem to find a meaningful connection with anyone.

One day, as she was sitting in her tamil Literature class, she noticed a new student sitting in the back row. He was tall and lean, with dark hair and piercing blue eyes. She felt an immediate spark of attraction, but didn't think much of it at the time. After all, she had a test to study for, and love was the last thing on her mind.

Little did she know, that new student, named Alex, would soon become a central figure in her life. As the weeks went on, they started to talk more and more. They discovered a shared love of classic literature, indie rock music, and hiking in the great outdoors. Before long, they were spending all their free time together, studying, exploring, and just enjoying each other's company.

Mia never thought she'd find love in high school, but as she looked into Alex's eyes, she knew that this was the real deal. They were young and inexperienced, but they had something special that couldn't be ignored. And so, as they walked hand in hand through the halls of their school, they knew that they had found something rare and precious: a school love that would last a lifetime.

Mia couldn't believe that she had never seen Alex before. He was a new student in her class, and he had only been there for a few days, but somehow she had missed him. She was usually so observant, but there was something about Alex that made her feel a little shy and self-conscious.

One day, as the class was discussing their latest reading assignment, Alex spoke up. He had a soft-spoken voice that carried a hint of an accent, and Mia found herself listening intently to his words. He had some interesting insights on the symbolism in the book they were studying, and Mia felt a connection to him that she couldn't quite explain.

After class, Mia lingered behind, packing up her books slowly to give Alex a chance to talk to her. To her surprise, he walked up to her and introduced himself. "Hi, I'm Alex," he said, flashing a warm smile. "I'm new here. I was wondering if you could show me around the school."

Mia's heart skipped a beat. Was he asking her out? Or was he just looking for a friendly guide? She couldn't tell, but she nodded eagerly and agreed to show him around.

As they walked through the school, Alex asked her about her interests and hobbies. Mia felt herself opening up to him in a way that she had never done with anyone before. She told him about her love of hiking, her passion for writing, and her dream of becoming a journalist someday.

Alex listened attentively and shared his own interests as well. He loved playing the guitar, writing poetry, and exploring new places. Mia was impressed by how well-spoken and thoughtful he was, and she found herself drawn to him in a way that she had never experienced before.

By the end of the day, Mia knew that she wanted to spend more time with Alex. She wasn't sure if he felt the same way, but she couldn't help feeling hopeful. Maybe, just maybe, this was the start of something special.

As the weeks went by, Mia and Alex spent more and more time together. They would study together in the library, go on long walks around the school track, and talk about everything under the sun. Mia found herself looking forward to every moment she spent with him, and she couldn't help but feel like they had a special connection.

One day, after they had finished a particularly grueling chemistry project, Alex suggested they take a break and go for a hike in the nearby hills. Mia eagerly agreed, and they set out on the trail with a backpack full of snacks and water.

As they climbed higher and higher, Mia and Alex talked about their families, their dreams, and their fears. Mia opened up to him about her anxiety about college applications and her fear of failure. Alex listened intently, offering words of encouragement and support.

As they reached the summit, they sat down on a flat rock and looked out at the stunning view. The sun was just beginning to set, casting a warm golden light over the landscape. Mia felt a sense of peace and contentment wash over her. For the first time in a long time, she felt like everything was going to be okay.

As they hiked back down the trail, hand in hand, Mia knew that she had found someone truly special. Alex was kind, intelligent, and empathetic, and he made her feel like she could be herself without any judgment or pressure. She couldn't wait to see where their school love would take them next.

As the days went by, Mia and Alex grew even closer. They would meet up between classes, share lunch together, and text each other late into the night. Mia found herself thinking about Alex all the time, wondering what he was doing and hoping that he was thinking about her too.

One afternoon, Alex surprised her with a picnic lunch in the school courtyard. He had packed a basket with sandwiches, fruit, and chocolate chip cookies, and spread out a checkered blanket on the grass. Mia couldn't help but feel a rush of joy as she sat down beside him and dug into the food.

As they chatted and laughed, Alex pulled out his guitar and began strumming a melody. Mia watched, entranced, as he began to sing a song he had written just for her. The lyrics were sweet and heartfelt, and Mia felt tears prick at the corners of her eyes.

After the song was over, Alex leaned in and kissed her softly on the lips. Mia felt a jolt of electricity shoot through her body. She had never been kissed before, but she knew that this was something special. As they pulled away, Alex looked at her with a tender expression. "Mia," he said softly. "I think I'm falling in love with you."

Mia's heart soared. She had never felt this way before, but she knew that she loved him too. "I think I'm falling in love with you too," she whispered back.

From that moment on, Mia and Alex were inseparable. They spent every moment they could together, talking, laughing, and exploring the world around them. They had found something truly special in each other, something that would last far beyond their school years.

Despite their growing love for each other, Mia and Alex faced their fair share of challenges. There were days when they couldn't see each other due to conflicting schedules, and times when they would argue over the smallest things.

But the biggest challenge came when Mia's parents found out about their relationship. They had always been strict about Mia's studies and had forbidden her from dating until she had finished high school. When they discovered that Mia was seeing Alex, they were furious.

Mia tried to reason with them, explaining how much she cared for Alex and how happy he made her. But her parents refused to listen. They forbade her from seeing him and threatened to transfer her to a different school if she disobeyed.

Mia was devastated. She couldn't imagine life without Alex, and the thought of losing him was unbearable. But she also couldn't bear to disappoint her parents, who had always been there for her and had sacrificed so much for her education.

Alex tried to support her as best he could, but it was clear that the situation was taking a toll on both of them. They would steal moments together when they could, but it wasn't enough. Mia felt like she was living a double life, and the stress was beginning to affect her grades and her mental health.

One day, Mia decided that she had had enough. She knew that she couldn't keep living like this, torn between her love for Alex and her loyalty to her parents. She made the difficult decision to end things with Alex, hoping that it would be temporary and that they could be together again in the future.

The next few weeks were some of the hardest of Mia's life. She missed Alex terribly and felt like a part of her was missing. But she also knew that she had made the right decision, and that she needed to focus on her studies and her relationship with her family.

As graduation approached, Mia tried to push Alex out of her mind and focus on the future. But deep down, she knew that she would always love him, no matter what happened.

On the day of graduation, Mia and Alex found themselves sitting on opposite sides of the auditorium, surrounded by their families and friends. Mia felt a mix of excitement and sadness, knowing that this would be the last time she would see many of her classmates.

As the ceremony began, Mia tried to focus on the speeches and the awards, but her mind kept wandering back to Alex. She wondered if he was thinking about her too, and if he would ever forgive her for ending things between them.

But as the ceremony drew to a close, something unexpected happened. As the graduates began to file out of the auditorium, Mia caught sight of Alex waiting for her at the door. He looked nervous but determined, and Mia's heart skipped a beat.

"Can we talk?" he asked, taking her hand.

Mia nodded, and they slipped away from the crowd and found a quiet corner of the school. Alex looked at her intently, his eyes searching hers.

"I know we've been through a lot," he said softly. "And I know that things haven't been easy. But I also know that I love you, Mia. I've never stopped loving you, and I never will."

Mia felt tears prick at the corners of her eyes. She had missed Alex so much, and the thought of being without him had been unbearable. But she also knew that she needed to be honest with him.

"Alex, I love you too," she said, taking his hand. "But my parents..."

She trailed off, not knowing how to finish the sentence. But Alex seemed to understand.

"I know," he said gently. "And I respect that. But I also know that we can't let anyone else dictate our happiness. We're adults now, Mia. We can make our own decisions."

Mia looked at him, her heart full of hope. She knew that he was right, and that she couldn't let her parents control her life forever. She took a deep breath and nodded.

"Okay," she said, her voice steady. "Let's be together. For real, this time."

Alex's face lit up with joy, and he pulled her into a tight embrace. Mia felt a weight lift off her shoulders, and she knew that she had made the right decision.

As they walked hand in hand back to the auditorium, Mia felt like she was walking on air. She had faced so many challenges, but she had also found something truly special. She had found love, and she knew that it was worth fighting for.

As Mia and Alex stood at the edge of the school grounds, watching their classmates drive away, they knew that their journey together was just beginning.

They had faced so many challenges along the way, from conflicting schedules to disapproving parents. But they had also learned to communicate and trust each other, and they had come out stronger because of it.

As they said their goodbyes, Mia and Alex made a promise to each other. They promised to always be there for each other, no matter what. They promised to face the future together, hand in hand, with all its ups and downs.

Years later, as they looked back on their high school romance, Mia and Alex would remember the way their love had blossomed in the hallways and classrooms of their school. They would remember the way they had grown together, and the way they had faced every challenge with courage and determination.

But most of all, they would remember the way their love had endured, through distance and time and every obstacle in their path. They would remember the way it had filled their hearts with joy, and the way it had made their lives richer and more meaningful.

As they walked away from the school, arm in arm, Mia and Alex knew that they had found something truly special. They had found love, and they knew that it was a gift that would last a lifetime.

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Sathish Kumar

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