Chapter 4 : The Past

That night, a cool breeze blew as the two women walked on, their hands clasped together. Their joy was immense; they were finally together again. Millie gazed at Hershien's gentle, beautiful face, her heart overflowing with happiness at spending this time with the woman she longed to be with forever.After a while, Hershien said she was happy to have spent the day with Millie, but she needed to go home; her parents would be worried. She bid Millie farewell, but Millie was reluctant to let her go. Hershien reassured her that they would see each other again, adding that it was getting late and Millie should head home too.

Returning home, Hershien and Millie each faced a stark and painful reality. Their parents, having discovered their relationship, reacted with fierce anger and disapproval. This wasn't simply a parental disagreement; it was a profound rejection of their love, a forceful attempt to sever a bond they had carefully nurtured. The weight of their families' opposition was crushing, a dark shadow threatening to consume the hope and joy they had found in each other. The simple act of returning home had become a descent into a battle for their love, a battle they knew would be difficult to win. Still young and powerless, they had no choice but to sever their connection. Millie and her family left the country, seeking a new life abroad, a desperate attempt to erase the memory of the girl who had become the object of their child's forbidden love. An overwhelming sadness consumed them both. The joy of their time together was instantly replaced by a devastating sorrow.

Hershien eventually moved on, accepting the situation as a way to find peace. She chose to obey her parents, whom she deeply respected and loved, believing it was the best course of action for everyone involved. She never heard from Millie again after she left the country. Years passed, and eventually, Hershien's parents came to accept her true self, realizing that their happiness lay in supporting their child, not hindering her.

Hershien met Neizen in high school. They started out as friends, but it wasn't long before their friendship turned into something more. Hershien and Neizen fell in love and officially became a couple. Introducing each other to friends and family led to celebratory dinners, where Neizen met Keira—a meeting that would prove pivotal later on. "Everyone, this is Neizen," Hershien announced, her smile bright. Her friends, a lively bunch, instantly swarmed her. Bea, ever the extrovert, launched into a rapid-fire series of questions about her hobbies. Marco, quieter but equally welcoming, offered her a drink. Amidst the cheerful chaos, across the room, a quiet observer, Keira, watched Neizen effortlessly charm her way into their group. The air buzzed with laughter and the easy camaraderie of long-time friends welcoming a new member. Keira's eyes kept drifting to Hershien's girlfriend, Neizen. Neizen, aware of the glances, responded with a series of warm, friendly smiles. The party eventually wound down as the late hour grew late, and everyone decided it was time to head home.

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