Lahat ng Kabanata ng Between Us and the Stars: Kabanata 31 - Kabanata 37

### **Chapter 31: The Breaking Point** **Keisha’s Perspective** The event was supposed to be special. I had spent weeks planning it—an art showcase featuring emerging artists, and I had even secured a spot for Jarren to speak about the company’s support for local talents. It was meant to be a celebration of not just our relationship, but of the lives we were building together. I arrived at the venue, excitement bubbling within me as I imagined seeing Jarren’s proud face in the crowd. But as the minutes turned into hours, that excitement turned to anxiety. I glanced at my phone again, hoping for a message that never came. “Are you okay, Keisha?” Maria asked, her voice laced with concern. I forced a smile, trying to keep my composure. “Yeah, I’m fine. I just… I thought he would be here by now.” Maria

### **Chapter 33: Sean and Angela’s Support** **Angela’s Perspective** The sun was beginning to set as Sean and I strolled through the park, hand in hand. The gentle breeze carried the sweet scent of blooming flowers, creating a serene atmosphere. But beneath the tranquility, I could sense a heaviness in the air—Keisha’s heartache weighed heavily on my mind. “Have you talked to Keisha lately?” I asked, glancing up at Sean, who had a thoughtful expression on his face. “Not since that big fight she had with Jarren,” Sean replied, his voice steady but concerned. “I really wish they could figure things out. They both deserve happiness.” “I know,” I said, biting my lip. “But it’s hard seeing her struggle. She’s always been so strong, but this situation with Jarren is really getting to her.”

### **Chapter 35: Keisha’s Doubts** **Keisha’s Perspective** Nakatayo ako sa harap ng bintana ng aking apartment, nakatingin sa labas habang ang mga ilaw ng lungsod ay kumikislap sa dilim. Ang aking isipan ay puno ng mga tanong at pag-aalinlangan. Nakadarama ako ng sakit sa puso. Mahal ko si Jarren, ngunit sa kabila ng lahat, nag-aalala ako na ang kanyang pamumuhay ay laging magiging hadlang sa aming relasyon. Nang makipag-usap kami sa rooftop, naramdaman kong bumalik ang pag-asa. Pero ngayon, narito ako, nahuhulog sa pag-iisip kung maaari ba akong makipagsapalaran sa ganitong uri ng relasyon. **The Internal Struggle** Sa tuwing naiisip ko si Jarren, naiisip ko rin ang kanyang mundo—ang yaman, ang mga responsibilidad, at ang pressure na dala nito. Sa isang bahagi ng akin, gusto ko talagang subukan. Pero sa isang bahagi, natatakot ako. Baka hindi ko kayang makipa

### **Chapter 37: Clarisse and Renz’s Love Story** **Clarisse’s Perspective** For the longest time, I’ve kept my distance. Ayoko talagang magpakita ng kahinaan, lalo na kay Renz. He was always the carefree guy, too relaxed, too...well, too everything. Pero hindi ko napansin, unti-unti pala niyang nababasag ang pader na inilagay ko sa sarili ko. And now, standing in front of him, my heart is pounding. “Clarisse, kailangan pa ba nating paliguy-liguy pa? I know what I feel for you, and I’m not ashamed of it,” he said, his eyes searching mine, full of sincerity. I took a deep breath, halata ang kaba sa boses ko. “Renz, hindi ako sanay sa ganito. You’re different from what I expected.” He smiled, that lopsided grin na laging nagpapagulo sa aking damdamin. “Well, you’re different too. But I like that about you.”