You like a guy from your school named Joshua. He’s the son of a family friend. Both of your parents always push you together, causing you to like him. You are not close, but you always see him during gatherings. His family always tells you that he’s always asking for you, your whereabouts, and your plans. He’s giving you mixed signals and you fall for it.

One day, you are at his house with your family for a gathering. You’re staring at him. His 7-year-old cousin is telling a story in front of everyone. Expected from a child her age, she’s quite talkative. Your stare broke when you heard something from the child.

”He’s talking to a girl on his phone earlier. I think it’s his girlfriend.” You glanced at him and you saw him smile and nodded. Your heart broke, but you tried to keep your feelings to yourself.

”Yeah. It’s my girlfriend, Naomi.”