روايات بقلم Tess

A Sweet EndingA year had passed since the day I stood in the university courtyard, holding my graduation cap, unable to believe that everything was over. Back then, I thought my journey was only beginning—and I was right. I simply couldn’t have imagined how far that road would take me.After the ceremony, Dante and I decided it was time for a break. We both needed rest, distance, a chance to turn a new page in our lives.During that year, countries blended into one another like pages of a book. Cities unfolded before me—some loud, some quiet, some bursting with color, others filled with an emptiness that left questions behind. I chose to follow my inspiration and began to write. I wrote everywhere: on trains, on hotel balconies, in bed while Dante slept beside me, in cafés where no one understood my language, yet somehow understood my silence. I was writing a story I hoped would inspire many women. Some of my muses were simple strangers—a girl selling flowers outside a café, an old m

: FamilyWhen I opened my eyes, I was wrapped in Dante’s arms.Last night had been unexpected and beautiful. I studied his sleeping face; his black hair was tousled. Slowly, I lifted my hand and slid my fingers into it. I didn’t want to wake him. I touched him gently, carefully.“Mmm.”I flinched at the sound of his deep voice and froze.“Why did you stop?” he asked, his eyes still closed.“Did I wake you?”He nodded and smiled.“You’re very good at pretending to sleep.”“If I hadn’t pretended, I wouldn’t have known how much you like it when you touch my hair.”“Interesting,” I murmured softly. “And w“Hm…” He thought for a moment, then moved above me, coming so close that our lips were almost touching.“A lot of things. Kissing you. Breathing in your scent. Touching your hair. Feeling you. And very, very many dirty things I haven’t tried yet.”I stared at him in surprise, not even knowing how to respond.He laughed softly and kissed me—hard, but not rough. Our lips moved together in

Where My Heart Belongs.....And so, this day has finally come. Tomorrow I graduate from university and take one step closer to fulfilling my dream.I know it’s going to be an emotional day, and I’m a little nervous. Amelia has been sending messages in our group chat since morning—today is officially our last lecture, and tomorrow the graduation ceremony takes place. I packed my bag, and Dante drove me to the university.“If you need anything, call me, okay?”“Okay.”I kissed him goodbye and got out of the car. Our relationship is in a very romantic phase—sometimes we argue over small things like an old married couple, other times we fall asleep wrapped in each other’s arms. But overall, everything between us is wonderful.Before entering the lecture hall, I saw the others. Amelia was so emotional she couldn’t hold back her tears. Lily could hardly wait to receive the diploma she had worked so hard for. Noah and I were simply trying to calm Amelia down.As soon as the lecture began, o

Threads of a New LifeAfter the gallery, Dante took me to the restaurant where his old friend works as a chef. He had prepared lapsha just for me, and I can honestly say that I’ve never had anything as delicious since Nana’s cooking.I was so hungry that I devoured everything they brought. I could see Dante trying not to laugh, but I didn’t pay him any attention—the food was far too good.While we were sitting in the restaurant, we talked a lot about my plans after university—where I intended to work, what I wanted to do. He asked about every little detail, even things I hadn’t thought about yet. He asked if I wanted to go somewhere after graduation. Back then, I was thinking about running away, but now everything was different. I no longer had to rush; I could take a year off, explore places, and simply enjoy life. I loved the idea so much that I thought about it all night, until my eyes grew heavy with sleep.“Baby, if you don’t wake up, we’ll be late.”“Hmm… just a little longer…”

The Lady of ShalottThe next morning, when I opened my eyes, I was lying in my bed. I immediately got up and went to the living room. Dante was standing in the kitchen, a cup of coffee in his hand.“Good morning,” he said, leaning against the counter with a smile, though he didn’t take his eyes off me.“Good morning,” I replied.“Heading to university?”“Yes, but I need to get ready first.”“Don’t rush, I’ll drive you.”“Okay.” I turned around, then remembered that he had planned to shower last night. “You were going to take a shower last night. Do you want me to bring you a towel?”“I already showered this morning.”“It’s still morning.”“I meant six a.m., it’s ten now.”“Do you always wake up this early?”“Yes.”“Why so early? You’re not the boss. We won’t be late anywhere.”He chuckled, set his coffee down, and walked toward me. He wrapped his arms around my waist and pulled me close.“I’m not a sleepyhead like you,” he said, gently kissing my forehead. “Now go get ready.”I went b

Breath Between UsI was freezing, searching for a blanket that wasn’t anywhere to be found. When I opened my eyes, I couldn’t see a thing. Panicked, I scrambled to find the lamp to turn on the light, but it wasn’t there. I wasn’t in my bed—I was lying on the cold floor, where the chill was unbearable and darkness surrounded me.Suddenly, out of the darkness, my father appeared.“It’s your fault,” he growled. He looked terrifying, more than I had ever seen him. His hands gripped my neck tightly.“It’s your fault!” he shouted. I struggled against him, but his hold was too strong.Then, someone grabbed him from behind and threw him into the shadows. I gasped, barely able to breathe, my lungs burning for air. When I felt a hand on my shoulder, I looked up, hoping it was Dante—but it wasn’t. I scrambled to my feet and screamed.“It’s your fault!” Liam approached, his hands reaching for my neck. He tried to touch me, to… I couldn’t stop yelling, hitting him as hard as I could. I felt powerf