Chapter 10 - Zaria's Secret

ZARIA's POV

I WANT TO BE ACCEPTED FOR WHO I AM.

During our time together in college, Zavier, who is my cousin, introduced me to Khiana. Because Zavier and Khiana were enrolled in the same class, it was convenient for all of us to spend time together. When we initially started hanging out together, I didn't pay much attention to her.

However, as time went on, I began to understand that I had emotions for her. When I initially started getting to know her, I attempted to brush off these sentiments, believing they were nothing more than a passing infatuation, but the more I got to know her, the more I fell in love with her.

Yes, I loved Khiana.

Not just a friend but romantically.

Gustong-gusto ko siya pero hindi ko alam kung paano ko nga ba sasabihin sa kanya ang nararamdaman ko. Hindi ko alam kung paano ba ako magiging honest sa kanya sa nararamdaman ko.

"Zaria, tara kain tayo sa Popeyes. Sama ka ba?" malambing na tanong ni Khiana sa akin.

"Syempre naman."

I really cherished every moment