LUKE’S POINT OF VIEW
I’ve always been the type to make someone happy.
I love them too much that I pour everything into them.
And that’s probably why they left me. I remember my ex dropping me saying I was too flirty for her liking. After that breakup, I tried so hard to be like my cousin, Eion, because girls always flock to her, they like the bad boy type.
So I tried to be the bad boy. But my second ex broke up with me, saying I was too cold.
Why do women always choose the bad boys? And if I try to be one, they say I was too cold
That made me think. Why do I have to try so hard? I almost gave up on myself that time. And at last, Snow came. She was a feisty woman who knew what she wanted. I remember, the moment she said yes to me, I felt like the universe finally aligned.
I was on cloud nine.
However, in the back of my mind, I always knew something was amiss. She was so independent that sometimes it felt like she didn’t need me even when we were together.
I saw her always accompanied by Eion during that trip. Although they were always bickering, they still… find their way to have fun with each other.
I couldn’t help but think that they looked like they were together. What if both of them ended up?
No one will know what the future will hold.
I’ve always pushed that thought aside whenever that comes to my mind and just enjoy my time with Snow.
But seeing them kiss that time, I felt my heart tearing into two pieces. I felt betrayed, but I had to be an understanding boyfriend so that Eion won’t break up with time.
It wasn’t until later that I realized that I was the barrier between the two of them. No matter what effort I make, Snow is not for me. That is why I have to distance myself from her and decide who to choose.
Although deep inside me tells me who’ll she’ll pick between me and Eion, I still had a bit of hope.
Staring at the dark sky as the stars decided to show up, I breathed in, feeling the cold breeze hugging me.
It’s a lonely night.
“Luke! Mom said to call you for dinner!” I heard Hannah’s voice yelling from the staircase, breaking my alone time moment.
I really am not suited for this type of thing.. to get emotional and stuff. Anyway, at least that gave me a bit of peace of mind.
Approaching me here on the balcony, I quickly wiped the tear that I didn’t know that escaped from my eye.
“I heard from Leroy that you and Snow had a fight.” I faced her, starting a conversation.
She sighed, mumbling some curses for her boyfriend before facing me, “It’s between us girls, Luke. Don’t mind it.” She answered.
I sighed at her denial. It’s really obvious that she’s worried for me. And I’m grateful for that. “I know you’re concerned for me, my dear sister, but I don’t want your friendship to get destroyed because of me. I’m fine.”
She shook her head at that, “No, you’re not. You’ve been hanging out in this same spot for days now. I’m just worried, Luke.”
“Awe, thank you, my beautiful sister. Then can you hug me?” I said, motioning for her to come closer but she just rolled her eyes at me, looking at me disgustingly.
“Ewww, that’s gross Luke.” Saying that she stomped her feet and turned around, finally leaving me alone now.
I chuckled at my sister’s reaction. She really hates me hugging her. That’s the first step in driving her away. I guess siblings are there to humble you…
At that moment, I felt my phone ringing, and I turned to see her name THe message that I had been waiting for for days now.
“Hey, are you busy? I want to talk to you now. – Snow
I gulped, now having a guess on what she’ll say to me. I started to type in my reply and hit send.
I’m free. Just text me where we’ll talk. – Luke
Receiving the address of where we’ll talk, I prepared myself for this awaited moment. Well, I have been preparing since last week. It’s time to put an end to this.
On my way out, my partner from my literature project, Annie called me, wanting to return my charger after I stayed at their house for our task.
Oh right, I almost forgot about that.
“You know my friend Ember right?”
Ember? I think I remember that name. She’s also in the literature class with us and Leroy even introduced me to her.
“Yes, I had talked to her a few times, why?” I asked.
“Well, I just wanted the two of you to meet… you know, have a nice little chat.”
I couldn’t help but heave a sigh, knowing full well what she’s meaning to do. She’s paring us up, “I have a girlfriend, Annie.” I said, thinking of Snow. Just imagining the betrayed look on her face really scares me. Even though I’m making her decision and know who she’s going to pick soon, we’re technically still in a relationship.
I could hear Annie laughing from the other line, “Yeah, yeah. but the whole school knows that you and Snow are not on good terms…” She trailed off.
Snorting at that, “Fine, I agree then, Annie. But I’m meeting her as a friend, okay?”
“Aye, captain.”
With her last reply, I immediately hung up, not letting her say anything more. I texted her the address where I’ll get my charger from Ember so it will just be easy for me.
Preparing myself to meet Snow, I instantly hopped on my car and drove to the address of the coffee shop. It was just a fifteen-minute drive from here.
Obviously, I was the first one to arrive so I just ordered some vanilla frappe and waited for Snow to arrive. It didn’t take long for her to arrive and I motioned for her to sit down in front of me.
“I think it’s the proper time to talk to you, Luke.”
I flashed her a smile, feeling my heart leap out of my chest from nervousness.
Act cool Luke. This is not you.