A perfect storm creates a perfect relationship. There was a girl who loved to be alone. Even in her very miserable days, she would choose to stay alone, but not until a perfect storm came to her life that she could not handle it anymore. That was the reason for her to find someone to talk to, to whom she could share all her problems.
On a long, tiring day, Aly was not able to take her breakfast and lunch. After she went out of work, she disappeared from her friends. She went to a place where no one knew her. She felt heavy from all the problems she was carrying. She was in a pensive mood, but not until Aly received a notification from an online dating app that she registered for the night before Aly went to sleep.
Hi...
Aly was thinking if she will response to Ian message.
While Aly is crying she decide to respond Ian until they have their first phone call.
IAN INTRODUCE HIMSELF..
Ian: Hi, for formality, I'm Ian Dumo, a project engineer who is not registered. I'm not really from CDO; I'm here because of my work. I will be going back to my place if the project is done. and maybe I will proceed with my review for the board exam as soon as I finish this project that CDO offered. Now it's your turn to speak, Aly.
Aly: I'm Aly Lorenzo, and I'm also not from CDO; I'm here just for work. I'm from Zambales; I just got an opportunity from CDO, and I grabbed it. This account is not really my main account. This account is my escape from the pressures of my family.
Aly shared all his problems with Ian because she felt comfortable talking to him and thought Ian was a stranger to her, but still, Aly didn't give Ian any details about her work, family name, or even small details about her friends, but Ian knows every single detail about Aly's experience with harassment. Aly cried hard while talking to Ian because she could not take it anymore.
Ian comforted Aly until everything feels okay.
Their conversation continued till one day Aly feels different, Aly is not receiving good morning message anymore where in fact Ian never fails to greet Aly every morning.
Aly feels uneasy, so, she message Ian
Aly: Hi Ian, Is there anything wrong?
Ian: No, why did you ask?
Aly: I was thinking... like our routine everyday is slowly changing. Did I do something wrong?
Ian: there's none, I was just busy at work and improving myself.
Aly feels different when Ian told her that he is busy at work and in improving his self where Aly thinking she is also busy but can still make time with him but why he can? days goes their communication is fading and one day Aly initiative message Ian again but now its different. Aly message Ian to say goodbye.
Aly: Hi Ian, I messaged you because I wanted to express my feelings for the last time. But first of all, I would like to thank you for making me feel important all day. Thank you for making me feel seen by someone. But these past few days, I haven't felt comfortable waiting for your message. I feel it causes me stress. I overthink when you don't message me. I feel like I'm forcing you to message me. So, now I'm choosing my peace over our communication. Take care always.
Ian: Hi, Aly. Sorry for making you feel like that it's really not my intention. it just like I don't have much time to use my social media. to make fair to you, so you could not think a lot, here's my story...
When I was a student, I always sought validation from the people around me. I always strive hard to make my surroundings proud of me, to the point where I forget myself. I been broken, as what I shared to you. Recovering from my past is hard, and CDO makes it easy. That is why whenever my friends from CDO invite me to go outside, I never say no because they are the ones who value me as a person. I'm afraid that if the time comes, I'll move to another place. I might leave people. That's why I try my best not to miss the event that they invited me to.
I'm afraid if I move to another place, we might separate, I might not see you again, and it's hard for me to take my exam if there's a missing part of me. I hope you understand that I can risk myself again. Aly, everything in my life is temporary.
Aly: I understood, but temporary is just a words, you can make it if you will risk for it. I'm giving you an assurance that I will not leave you no matter what happen.
Ian: I'm sorry I cannot reciprocate your energy, Aly.
Aly: It's okay. I understand but promise me not to make the same mistake to others. Bye for now. If destiny will allow us to meet again I hope we can make it the end.
Ian: If ever you miss me, you know where you can find me. Every Sunday at Centrio.
AFTER 3 WEEKS
Aly faces lots of trials, and it feels like a heavy, reason for Aly to miss Ian a lot. Ian is the only person who knows everything about Aly's story. So, Aly tries to message Ian.
Aly: Hi
Ian: Hello, Aly. what's up?
Aly: Nothing; I'm just checking you out.
Ian: I'm driving. (Send picture.) I'll message you later.
Aly: Okay, take care.
Ian: I'm at (send pictures). I'm with my friends. Is everything okay?
Aly: yea
Ian: Are you sure?
Aly: I'll talk to you later; just enjoy your night with your friends. take care.
Ian: Okay, have a great night, Aly.?
A NIGHT AFTER
Aly: Hi, where are you now? It feel so heavy. Can I share something with you? You are the only person who knows my true stories.
Ian: I'm with my friends; I'll call you soon if there are no jammers at all.
Aly didn't reply. Aly is busy talking to his friend
Ringing....
Ian keeps on calling Aly.
Ian: Are you still up?
30 minutes after Aly Answer?
Aly: Ian, I'm sorry I wasn't able to answer your call. Are you still with your friends? Can I call now??
Ian: Yes, let's talk.
Aly started to talk; she kept on talking and talking until she realized there was still a jammer with Ian. Aly was thinking that she is still important to Ian because Ian still makes time for her.
But after that day, the old Ian was back. He didn't message Aly after the night.
after 2days its Ian's birthday day
Aly wishes Ian a happy birthday while singing...
But Aly was disappointed about Ian's response. Ian just said thank you while laughing. After that day, Ian messaged Aly.
Ian: Hi Aly, just so you would be shocked or overthink why you couldn't message me. This week, I'll be cutting myself off from social media, so pretty much I will deactivate my account so I can focus on myself.
Aly saw his message, but Aly is not able to message Ian anymore.
AFTER 1 WEEK
Aly checked her messenger, but she didn't receive any messages from Ian. Aly keeps on waiting until one day she realizes she doesn't deserve to feel like waiting for someone who will never come back.
Aly focuses on herself. She goes to the gym, eats alone, parties with friends, works on her hobbies, and meets other people.
1 YEAR AFTER
Someone messaged Aly. Aly is shocked by what she read.
Aly cannot explain what she must feel; the only thing she knows is that she still loves Ian.
Ian: Hi, how are you? I'm sorry if I was missing for a year. I have good news for you, Aly.
Aly: Hello, Ian. What is that? (She is unsure of how to respond.)
Ian: I am now a licensed engineer. I did my best so I could message you again. I missed you so much... I will understand if you reject me this time. But I'm still hoping we can continue what we started.
Aly was speechless; she didn't know what to say.
Ian: Aly, are you still there?
Aly: Why did you not tell me before you left me alone?
Ian: I'm sorry. It's easy for me to live my life without informing you, because I might overthink a lot if I do inform you.
Aly: How about me? Did it ever cross your mind what I would feel if you just disappeared with no goodbyes?
Ian: I'm sorry, I was selfish.
Ian: I know it sounds crazy, but could we continue??
Aly didn't respond to Ian's message. But Ian continue to message Aly until Aly responds to his message.
Aly: Hi
Ian: My apology, Aly. I was wrong; I thought after my exam I could finally court you. I understand if you are with someone.
Aly: YES
Ian: What's with Yes, Aly?
Aly: You can court me, in one year with no connection to you. I'm still waiting for this day to come.
Ian is speechless.....
Ian: I can't believe it!! Thank you, Aly, for waiting.
They have their first meetup at Nazareth Church, Cagayan de Oro. Aly is wearing a white dress, and Ian is wearing navy blue polo. When they saw each other, they experienced fast bonding.
They smile at each other and hug to feel each other's presence. They sit on the chair, and they both talk to God. Expressing their thanks for letting them meet again.
A minute later, Ian kneeled down in front Aly.
Aly pupils size dilates when she saw Ian kneel in front of her.
Ian: I'm sorry to shock you, but I will not let you go again. Aly Lorenzo, will you marry me?
Aly: YES (Crying)
Before they get married, they decided to visit each other hometown....
They enjoy their lives with their families.
Ian went to Aly's home town; they stayed there for almost a month. They do fishing at Aly's family fishpond; they go swimming at the most known beach on Zambales; they eat at the most known restaurant in Aly's hometown; they eat Aly's favorite foods (sea foods); Ian enjoys the company with Aly's family.
After they visited Aly's hometown, they went to Ian's hometown. They stay there for one month, and Aly enjoys their vacation at Ian's hometown. The family of Ian is as kind and loving as the family of Aly. They also went to Ian's favorite place to relax.
Aly and Ian, along with Ian's family, went to the beach. While Aly was observing the waves of the sea, Ian stared at Aly.
Aly: What's with my face?
Ian: Nothing. It's just that I'm so lucky to have you.
(Aly smiles and hugs Ian.)
Aly: The first time I saw you in dating, I knew it was you who God's sent for me. I am also lucky that you chose to come back. It may have taken us a year for us to meet again, but at least I made the right decision. I love you, Uno!
Ian: I love you, love, more than anything in this world. I'll choose to stay with you forever.
Aly and Ian decided to go back to CDO. They plan to stay at CDO to be fair to both families. Aly promoted to her work, and Ian got the permanent job in CDO. They are both working for the government.
After one year, they got married, and now they are living happily with twin babies.
They named it Lara and Luis.
-The End-
