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Chapter 24
Ariana's POV
This last week has flown by, and finally, the day has arrived for which I was working so hard. I have not let the thought of Samuel or his betrayal linger inside my mind by keeping all my focus on my work and Justin.
Justin sensed the shift in my mood, but he never asked anything. However, he gives me extra hugs whenever he can, a small way of him trying to make me feel better. Honestly, his hugs work as the best cure to every pain which I am feeling. With each hug, I can feel my pain lessening, and it becomes easier for me to breathe.
Retouching my lipstick, I check my make-up in the bathroom's mirror. Satisfied with my make-up, I put the lipstick in my clutch and run my hands over the front of my dress to smoothen it. Stepping outside the bathroom, I head towards the gallery's front, where the exhibition will be held.
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Neighbors Chapter 25
Ariana's POVA few days have passed since that incident, and I have made sure to avoid Samuel at all costs which was not a difficult as I thought it would be. He works at crazy hours, so mostly, he is gone.However, I have noticed Samuel's disappearance from our lives is affecting Justin. It seems like Justin got attached to Samuel more than I have realized. I never asked Justin not to talk to Samuel or stop meeting him, but somewhere Justin seems reluctant to meet Samuel.I hate myself because somewhere, it is my mistake that Samuel got into our lives. This is the reason why I am always skeptical about letting someone into my life.The mistake of letting Samuel in my life has taught me a huge lesson, and I am sure I will not let myself repeat such a mistake ever again.
Neighbors Chapter 26
Ariana's POV In a very short time, my entire life has been completely shaken and all because of one person, Samuel. Now getting back that stability is not that easy. But then since when there was anything easy in my life. For as long as I can remember, life was never easy for me. First, being with an ignorant and absent mother and then losing the only parent who has given me the love for both parents, my dad. Whenever I am hurt, I always call him, hoping he will come and make everything better, just like he used to do. But I am aware that no matter how much I cry, he will never come back to me. God knows how much I need him because I just want him to hug me and tell me everything will get better. I feel so cold and need to feel his warmth that always made me feel protected. My eyes are gl
Neighbors Chapter 27
Ariana’s POV I never realized how much light you feel when you have truly cried your heart out until this moment. My eyes might be burning from crying all night, but the ache which was present in my heart has died down a little. My tears have put out the fire of hurt in which my heart was burning. Since I have woken up quite early than my usual time, I take sweet time to pamper myself with a hot bath. It is Sunday, so I will not wake up Justin, so instead of making breakfast, I grab my coffee and decide to start working on the new painting. Whenever I felt overwhelmed, my dad always told me to let out my emotions on canvas. And that’s what I have decided to do. “Momsis.”
Neighbors Chapter 28
Ariana’s POV I can’t be in close proximity to him because it hurts even to see his face let alone to be in a room with him. It is not like I am going to be alone with him, but still, I just can’t. So I decided to sit in the living room until he leaves. Nearly after ten minutes, he walks outside the room. He looks in my direction. A hint of sadness is present in them, which he quickly conceals behind his neutral expression. Without saying anything, he just leaves. I release a breath of relief and go to Justin. Very quietly, I get inside his bed and wrap my arm around his small body. It is something we both do; whenever one of us is sick, the other would cuddle them to comfort them. Because somewhere we both know as long as we got each other, t
Neighbors Chapter 29
Ariana's POVAcceptance is the first step toward healing. So, instead of trying to shove my feelings aside, I decided to accept them.I can't pretend anymore that I don't feel anything for Samuel because it is nothing but a lie. However, at the same time, I have come to terms with the fact, he is unattainable, and my feelings can never be reciprocated. Neither should I expect them to be as it is wrong.Because another truth is that I can never be someone who will try to steal someone else's happiness, I am happy in my own small world, but I will have to learn to let go of the feelings which my heart has for him.It will not be easy, and it will take time because feelings just don't disappear overnight.You may fall in love all at once, but you fal
Neighbors Chapter 30
Ariana's POV Normally, I don't prefer drinking; however, today, I feel like I need a drink. The loneliness is suffocating me from inside, and I feel trapped inside my own body. Walking into the kitchen, I open the small pantry and take out the unopened bottle of tequila, which I kept in the very back. Ditching the glass, I directly took a huge gulp from the bottle as soon as I opened it. Cringing slightly, I take another sip and walk towards the lounge. I have never been a person who turns to drink to drown their sorrows. My way of letting out my emotions is allowing my paints to speak for me. However, there are some rare occasions where I just want to lose myself, and even if it is for a few moments, I just want to be no one. Since Justin is not at home, as he is having a sleepover at hi
Neighbors Chapter 31
Ariana's POV "Laura and I got married around four years back." He starts speaking slowly and quietly as if his silent voice can lessen the hurt. "Our parents knew each other, and when we met, there was an instant attraction between us. We became friends, and before we knew it, we started dating." "At that time, I was a different guy." He stares ahead, as his eyes have a distant look in them, "I am not proud of the person who I was back then." He lets out a deep breath. "I had anger issues, and I really never knew how to control my anger. But I was working on it; however, there were times when I just couldn't control my rage. I was very open about my issues when we started dating. However, she said that this can't change how she feels about me, and she just wants to be with me... and is ready to accept me with all my flaws." A rueful s
Neighbors Chapter 32
Ariana’s POV Biting his lower lip, he blankly stares ahead like he is trying to gather himself. Giving him space which he probably wanted, I silently run my finger along the rim of the bottle. Turning my head, I glance at him when I feel his gaze on me. Letting out a small sigh, he rubs the back of his head and extends his legs in front of him while resting his head against the wall. “Everything that had happened was too much for me, and it just made me realize that there is nothing left in our relationship. The success of any relationship depends on when two people are working on it together; only one can’t deal with the burden of saving the relationship.” He shrugs, “I had realized there is no future of this marriage, so I filed for the divorce.”
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