A Day in the Park
The next day, the innocent girl decided to spend time with her brother in the park, talking about life and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere. Their companions — her brother’s beloved and their hunter friends — soon joined, and together they headed to a basketball court for a bit of fun.
At the court, her brother played skillfully, scoring points with ease, while she also impressed everyone with her shots. But then came an unexpected moment. One of the friends stole the ball from her and began to dribble past her with speed. As she struggled to reclaim it, she stumbled and fell onto a young man’s chest.
For a brief instant, the world around her faded. Remaining pressed against him, she felt a rush of something she had never experienced before — a deep, stirring sense of love. When the ball struck them both, they snapped back to reality, and the game went on.
The match ended, but the innocent girl had already won something far greater — a hidden place in the young man’s heart, though he himself had not yet realized it.
The Awakening of Love
The girl began to feel love blossoming within her, though she dared not confess it. Instead, she watched him closely, studying how she might improve her manners and behavior to be worthy of this new affection.
One evening, she wandered into his room, exploring his photographs and private world. But her curiosity created a mess, leaving the room in disarray. When he discovered her there, he mistook her for an intruder. A confrontation followed, ending with her striking him and fleeing in shame.
The next day, when they met at university, he confronted her about her strange actions. She spoke honestly, revealing her extraordinary strength and the damage she sometimes caused. To her surprise, he laughed warmly, admiring her honesty and courage. Though touched, he still could not bring himself to express his feelings openly.
Dreams and Promises
Meanwhile, the young woman — once his beloved — flourished in her career. She was recruited by a major company specializing in innovation, thanks to her outstanding achievements in computer engineering. With her partner, she began planning their wedding, balancing love with political and professional success.
As for the young lovers, their bond deepened day by day. Each longed to confess their feelings, yet both waited for the perfect moment. They agreed to talk the following day, but when the time came, nerves overwhelmed them. Their conversations ended without either managing to say what burned in their hearts.
Love as a Guiding Force
Despite these challenges, the young pair continued to meet, sharing tender moments filled with affection and laughter. With each passing day, anticipation grew, and so did their determination to find the courage to speak their truth.
Through love, they found strength. Through challenges, they discovered patience. And together with their family and friends, they embraced life’s details — its joys, its struggles, its mysteries. Love remained the force that propelled them forward, a light guiding them toward a future filled with hope.
by Youssef El Hob