This is a story. A story about a boy and a girl.

Boy met Girl when he first entered junior college and it was pretty much love at first sight. Coming from an all boys' school, Boy probably didn't have much experience chasing after girls, but he gave it his best shot anyway. He did all sorts of things to get his intentions across to her, even making a box and filling it with beautiful things just for her. And yet, Girl didn't seem to react as he'd expected her to.

Towards the end of the first 3 months, they found that they were both going to Ajc together and that was how I entered the picture. Having known Boy prior to junior college life, Boy proceeded on to share with me stuff regarding Girl, as well as the frustrations he had chasing after her. I didn't know her personally then, but somehow, I couldn't help but feel that they would make such a wonderful couple.

As fate would have it, all 3 of us ended up in the same CCA and we became mutual friends. During this period of time, we became rather close and I consider myself very fortunate to witness the 2 of them getting together. Being in the same CCA meant that I personally got to know Girl on a personal basis, and this only reaffirmed my opinion that the 2 of them would make a really perfect couple.

Their relationship wasn't all perfect and smooth sailing thought; there were ups and there were downs. Tears were shed and harsh words were exchanged. I felt so torn being caught in the middle; irritated at myself for not being able to do more.

I accompanied Boy on bus rides, listening to him pour out his anguish. I walked Girl home a couple of times as well, listening and advising as well as I could. It was all worth it; all the time and effort invested. Nothing made me more happy then to see my dear friends happy. In all, they endured 2 breakups and on both counts, no one can understand the relief and joy I felt.

The last I saw of them was during Boy's 21st birthday party last year. Even after 3 years, they still looked so loving and caring towards each other; felt so certain that in the near future, the 2 of them would get married. So jealous and envious of them!

And yet ....

How did it happen? It was so sudden and unexpected. Could it be that they were only putting up a false front the last time? I don't understand; I really don't. Up till now I still can't believe they broke up just like that. Memories of happier times came flooding into my mind. The blissful look on both of their faces then; how beautiful they both looked.

Gone. All gone. Cloaked in the shadow of misery and sorrow.

As much as I would like to, I still can't bring myself to believe in fairytales.