25th of November 2023

11:55 AM

Wasn't aware of what was waiting, wasn't aware of  a beautiful encounter.

I was living a normal life. Normal in the sense a typical teenage life even tho I wasn't a teenager anymore, i was 20.

Without being aware of the fact that my life was going to change forever just because of that one encounter.

Being a teenager can be a challenging time, especially when dealing with family problems, relationship issues with parents, depression, and anxiety. It's important to remember that you're not alone in facing these struggles, even though it may feel that way sometimes. Many teenagers go through similar experiences and emotions.

And I was going through those feelings too. Even though it was hard to manage those feelings I was trying to live a normal and peaceful life. (Didn't worked tho-)

It was my examination day and as a student I was stressed too. The feeling before an examination can be a mix of excitement, nervousness, and anticipation. It's like a rollercoaster of emotions! On one hand, there's the excitement of finally putting your knowledge to the test and seeing how well you've prepared. It's a chance to showcase your understanding and hard work.

But at the same time, there's also that nervousness that creeps in. Thoughts like "Did I study enough?" or "What if I forget everything?" start to swirl in your mind. It's completely normal to feel a bit anxious before an exam, especially if it's an important one.

I wore a grey hoodie with the F.R.I.E.N.D.S logo on it and black jeans on that day. It was the most difficult exam and I was ready to face it. We went to the examination hall and gave the exam. after that we planned to go out and have tea together. Well most of the time our plan starts with tea and always endup with a whole meal, although we never regret that.

It was around 4:30 or 5:00 PM we were sitting at the cafe. We were sitting on the four chair sitter left second one from the entry door. We were enjoying ourselves. We were three friends  jayla , Adaliya  and me. We ordered our go to drink that was chocolate chai (tea). We love chocolate chai it's the taste of sweet tea and sand at the same time and we cannot resist it not even in summers. In the flow we ordered many things as I said it always endup with a meal.

We were enjoying. I was enjoying everything life wasn't even that bad. I was depressed, I was suicidal but I was still living without thinking about those things.

There he entered.

The change of my life entered. If I remember there were 3 boys. When they entered we all looked And I didn't really saw their faces but I knew they were boys. They sat on the side table of our table.  We girls gave each other a look of "handsome boys" and laughed it off and focused on our food. We were happily talking and joking about anything we could've thought about.

My eyes met with one of the boys. His eyes were so pretty and soaking. They were deep and the way he was smiling was so sweet. I was at the edge of falling for him but I stopped myself because it was wrong. Our eyes met and I looked away. He was continuously laughing and enjoying with his friends. And on the other side I was enjoying with my friends.

My friend Adaliya is beautiful. Every boy melts on her and I had a thought that the pretty boy was also looking at her even though Our eyes met alot of time.

We ate alot and were feeling sweaty.

  Adaliya " don't you guys think it's getting...pretty hot?"

"Yes I'm sweating too" I said opening my palms

"It's November. How is it that you're feeling warm?" Jayla said making a weird face

"Maybe we laughed and ate too much" i said smiling.

Adaliya said waving her hand like a fan "but don't you think it's uncomfortaby warm?"

"Yea it's hot"

This conversation was held at a very low pitch that hardly a human could ever hear.

The pretty Boy was looking at us with a sweetest smile.

"Turn On the AC." He said to the one of the server

"Did he just asked them to on the AC for us?" Adaliya asked me excitedly

"Um maybe?" I said raising my eyebrows.

With a big smile she said "he's sweet"

I passed a smile to her too and nodded slightly.

There were some issues with the AC the worker came and tried to turn it on but it didn't actually got working.

After trying 2 times it started working.

The chilly  Breeze gently brushed against my lips, it felt a refreshing coolness and even a slight tingling sensation as it awakened my senses.

I was happy and don't ask me why.  For me at that time it was an effort he made for all of us and the fact that in all of us comes me too. It made me happy that somebody has put an effort for me.

We went back to eating and joking. We joked about Adaliya to the point she stoop up laughing and left her seat as she was loosing breath laughing and to get some air she left the cafe for less than a minute. Actually I am funny so my friends has always to laugh about something.

"Did we bullied her alot? " I asked Jayla With a friendly smile

"Maybe"  we laughed.

Adaliya came back smiling and in sarcastic way she said "I'll leave if you roasted me again"

"Yea yea come sit here and eat your food before it gets cold" i said patting the chair.

She sat and started loosing her belt "I ate alot"

"Yea we did. but does it matter? For me it's not because Food was delicious and our mood is good too" i said with a gentle smile.

Sometime I forget what I was talking about in the middle of talk. Actually it happened alot of time I always loose the point of what I was talking. Even if I'm about to start a conversation I loose  the signal with my brain. And sometimes I'll be only be able to say one word and forget the rest. I don't know why it happens but this is enough to make others laugh so I don't really mind it. I mind it when I have to take my stand and I forget what I was about to say or in an argument I loose the point. It's funny actually. Same thing happened to me on that day. I was about to say something and I forgot what was it. Like totally got blank.

I caught the attention of my friends by saying "Brice" and if you're thinking that what could be the meaning of Brice. Let me tell you. Stop looking about this word. I just mixed two words 'guys' and 'bro'. Sometime my tounge slips and make it's own words.

I said "Brice" and stopped.

"Did I just said something wrong" I said by staring into the nothingness

We all took a pause and syncingly laughed.

The sweet boy was still looking at us. My eyes again met with him. His eyes oh his eyes.. even if I didn't had the courage to look at him for two to three seconds but still those eyes. I was internally stunned.

It's like that moment when you lock eyes with someone and time seems to stand still. It's like everything around you fades away and it's just the two of you. It's a magical feeling, isn't it? It's like the universe is whispering, "This could be something special." But sometimes, life has other plans and interrupts those beautiful moments. It's bittersweet feeling. I was interrupted too with my friends laughter. Those 2 seconds were long enough to feel such things.

I looked down thinking what am I doing and why am I doing this. I was into him but I was not into him so I had to choose between him or simple life.

It was like standing at the edge of a cliff, ready to take that leap into the unknown, but then deciding to step back and choose the familiar path instead. It's a bittersweet feeling, isn't it? On one hand, you're longing for that rush of love and all the excitement it brings. But on the other hand, you value the simplicity and stability of your current life. It takes strength to prioritize what's best for you, life is full of choices.

So I had to choose my simple life over that sweet looking stranger.

One of his friends got up and sat with him and started looking at us it was like he sat there to take a good look at us. I noted but it was a cute action. I looked down and smiled to myself.

Alot of things were rushing through my head like waves of ocean. Some thoughts were unknown and some were confusing. I paused and focused back on our table as they both were engaged into a deep conversation. As I wanted to change the mood of the room I cracked a joke and as I knew the transition of mood was made.

We were ready to go. Adaliya got up and went to pay the bill at the counter. The counter was long and of dark colour just like coffee. A computer is set and the person was standing behind the counter. jayla went with her. I got up too and started packing my bag.

The pretty boys and his friends got up too. They went out first. And I thought they left.

I thought to myself that it was a good interaction even though I didn't even talked to him. I never felt this way from anyone. I was neglecting that feeling because I wasn't aware of what it was.

We picked our bags and went out. We were at the door. The cafe's entry is with stairs and we have to ascend the stairs to enter and the same way we have to descend the stairs. We were at top and there were six to seven stairs.

Jayla and Adaliya were before me and I was at the last. Before proceeding to ascend the stairs "bye guys" i said

"Are you going to jump from there and take your own life?" Jayla asked sarcastically

"Even if I fell from here, I'm not gonna die. Maybe bones would break but that would be painful. And I don't want a painful death" i said looking down ascending the stairs. I looked up and my heart skipped a beat.

He was standing there. 

I ignored him and was laughing about what Jayla said. Jayla and Adaliya went Little further and the moment I was about to pass him he called me.

"Excuse me? Are you free right now?"

To be honest I didn't expected that. I was shocked and for a couple of seconds my brain stopped working. I looked at him.

He was tall. Tall enough that I had to look up. His facial features were amazing. He was blushing and his cheeks were red. His eyes were shining and he was smiling. His eyes were small but deep enough. When he smiled his cheeks puffed and shoned. I looked at him and then Adayla and jayla so that my brain could process what's happening. I was hoping for help from my friends because sometimes I cannot handle situations and this was one of the situation that was difficult for me to handle because it was the first time I was into it. I liked the situation but didn't liked it at the same time. My 2 brain cells stopped working.

"It's fine talk to him we're waiting" Adayla said by putting her hand on jayle and walking a little ahead. I nodded slightly.

"Well I am free right now" I said making a guesture of obviously.

"You're cute" he said with a smile

I was confused. Nobody compliments me like that. It was a big deal for me that someone complimented me. It was hard to accept but I read somewhere that if someone gives you a compliment you should accept it respectfully and kindly say thankyou. So I did accepted it.

"Thankyou" i said with a sweet smile I could ever give.

" Are you on snapchat? "

"Yes" i said.

"Can I have your Snapchat?" He said with that smile.

"Ah sure " I gave him the Snapchat.

I was smiling the whole time. Why? Because I've learnt that it's good to deal people with a smile because why not?? We don't know what's happening in there life and If our smile make a slight change in their mood what's so bad about that?

After exchanging the snapcodes we went to our ways.

I had to go to opposite side of Jayla and Adaliya. So before going to my way. I had to say bye to my friends.  I hugged Adayla and Jayla and started walking towards my home. I mostly walk to my destinations.

You would be wondering why I like to walk? It's like stepping into a magical world where time slows down and nature embraces you with open arms. As you take a leisurely stroll in the evening, surrounded by beautiful trees, the gentle breeze brushes against your skin, sending a shiver of delight down your spine. The air feels so crisp and fresh, filling your lungs with each breath, rejuvenating your spirit. It's a moment of tranquility and serenity, where you can let go of the worries of the day and simply immerse yourself in the beauty of the world around you. It's moments like these that remind me of the simple joys in life and make me appreciate the wonders of nature.

On my way home I was determined to ignore this person's texts because ofcourse he was a total stranger and also I didn't even knew about his intentions.

Sometimes, when we encounter strangers, we might feel a little hesitant or unsure about engaging with them. It's like a natural instinct to be cautious and protect our personal space. While it's important to prioritize our comfort and safety. But I also wanted to be kind and respectful. So did I added him back? Well I did.

It was the beginning of my time where I was about to feel 10 different emotions.

It was a beginning of a new story in my life, a good one or a Cannon event? We'll see about that