Rewriting My Heart's Fate

When I was 18, I thought a confession like this was a show of bravery. That was what youth was all about. But now, I just wanted to slap myself in the face.

What bravery? What youth? Was I insane? Thankfully, I hadn't confessed yet just then. There was still a chance to take it back.

It didn't matter what had happened. Since I was given another chance, I wouldn't bother with Ethan any longer. I wasn't going to repeat the tragedy of my past life.

I inhaled deeply and put the mouthpiece up to my mouth. Earnestly, I swore, "Indeed, Grayson. I have reflected on my ways. I apologize for any inconvenience I have caused you!

"Please don't worry. I have made amends. There is no more puppy love within my heart. Only our studies and dreams remain."

Ethan was silent. He was clearly stunned. Shock was written all over his face. I turned to run off stage quickly. The crowd was stunned too.

"Evelyn's giving up on Ethan?"

"She's giving up? Ethan's turned down so many other girls. Only Evelyn wouldn't back down. She's still so passionate even after getting rejected so many times. She even made a bet with someone last month that she'd get into St. Nicholas University together with Ethan." "She must've bit off more than she could chew. She's giving up because she wants to save face, isn't she?"

"Ethan must be over the moon. He's finally rid of that pest."

Amongst all the chatter, the youngster watched as that figure ran off. His gaze was even colder. There wasn't even a hint of joy.

I ran back to the classroom. My heart was beating nonstop. I saw my face in the small mirror on my desk.

Though I was young at 25 years old, I had already lost the glint in my eye after three years of struggle after marriage and family matters.

My complexion was already pale due to not getting enough sleep often. Only foundation could cover up the thick dark circles around my eyes.

Yet, in the mirror was a young lady with fair skin. She had pearly teeth and luscious lips. She looked healthy and beautiful. Youthful energy radiated all over her body.

This 18-year-old me was the true me! It was then that I felt joy pool up within me. I was truly reborn.

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knows his childhood

senses and saw some girls crowding around Leah. She seemed to look down

who had spoken earlier. "Thanks for the compliment.

to mention, Leah did all sorts

getting in the way of our relationship. She was the cause of our broken marriage. I did not like her. But now, I

"The college entrance exams are in three months. I

that your bet to get into

the outside. Yet, she knew just how to send people off the edge. Just as she said

her to mess with someone else's relationship! To think she'd say something like getting into St. Nicholas University

It's a miracle if she can even get into St.

wait for you to make

upset over these words. I would've kept silent in fear of Ethan thinking I was picking on Leah. But now, it just seemed

Nicholas University. I'm done with Ethan, so quit playing tricks on me. Get

is the meaning of this?" one of the girls nearby shouted

I said." I shrugged and said, "I'm just

back together anyway, so I might as well wish them well this time. I refused to

people came in. Leading them was Ethan

slightly and said, "Ethan, Evelyn's just

But so what? I didn't care. We met eyes for a moment, and I went back to reading. Ethan's face darkened as he said menacingly,

dispersed. Then, Ethan walked over slowly. His uniform's sleeve

he had a commanding presence. I grasped my pen tightly. I

get closer to him by asking for his help with my studies. Though

I fell for him even further. In hindsight, Ethan must've been fed up with my pestering.

deeply and forced myself to continue doing