Sea Of Tears
Prologue
𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘴𝘸𝘪𝘮 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘢 𝘰𝘧 𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘦
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Jeez, Can't you do something good?
You'll never achieve anything in your life!
Those words have been repeating in my mind since I was young
My family doesn't want me, as they said that I can't do anything in my life
I grew up alone because no one wants to become my friend. They are blinded by my families words thinking that it's true
As a result, I always keep everything to my self. Thinking that no one would want someone like me
But it all changed When I met Zachary Velasquez
A boy who made me feel what love is and the meaning of it
Without him, I wouldn't be here standing and alive
But just like others, our story isn't perfect
My name is Azalea Diaz. And I'm here to tell you love our story
Chapter 1
Professor Hart
Everyone please take a piece of paper, we will have our quiz today
I heard my classmates grunts after hearing our professor's announcement. They must have forgotten that we will conduct our quiz today
Random boy
But sir, you never told us that we have a quiz today
Professor Hart
I told you about it a week ago, maybe if you listened to me, you will not forget about it
My classmates just grunted more
Lucky for me, I studied the lessons, so the quiz was just a piece of cake for me
When the bell rang, everyone hurriedly went out of the class to go and have their lunch
Me on the other hand went to the library, since it's the only peaceful place in our school
I went to my usual spot and took out a book to study for my next subject
As I was reading I felt someone staring at me
When I looked around I found a guy standing a few meters away from me. He looked away and pretended to read a book
it's funny that he didn't notice that the book is upside down
I often see him around here. If I'm not mistaken, his name is Zachary Velasquez. The son of the owner of this school
He has a sister my age and also my classmate
I also heard that He is 2 years older than me
Jerome Adams
Hey Zach! I've been looking for you everywhere!
A guy suddenly popped out, out of nowhere
The librarian even scolded him for being loud
Zachary Velasquez
what are you doing here?
Zachary asked in whisper but enough for me to hear
Jerome Adams
I was looking for you, I didn't expect to find you here. Wait why is the book your holding upside down?
Zachary face immediately turned red and closed the book
Zachary Velasquez
I- uh… I can't focus in reading so... I didn't notice
Jerome Adams
Since when did you like reading a book, anyway?
The guy then looked into my direction and smirked
Jerome Adams
Ahhh, I see what's going on here
Zachary Velasquez
Shut up! Weren't you looking for me? Let's go now
Zach pulled the guy with him, walking away
I shook my head and just continue my reading
The day passed quickly, and it's time for us to go home
When I step foot into our house, my sister's voice is the first thing I heard
Heather Diaz
Daddy can you buy me a new dress? I used all of my clothes already, it's time to buy a new one
Robert Diaz
Sure Darling, anything for you,
I was about to go to my room when my mother called me
Hannah Velasquez
Azalea! How dare you going up to your room without greeting us! Have you lost your manners!?
Heather Diaz
The b*tch probably thought highly of herself now
Azalea Diaz
I'm sorry mom… I'm just tired..
Azalea Diaz
Uh… Good evening…
Heather Diaz
Hmph! Mom you should not allow her to have her dinner as a punishment for being rude!
Hannah Velasquez
Alright then, Azalea go back to your room your grounded tonight!
I sighed and went up to my room
This is my normal day every day. It doesn't bother me anymore as I'm used to it
They all hated me because of my mom. She is the first wife of my father, but she died when I'm just seven years old
After that my father found another woman. No, he didn't found a new woman. He has been cheating on my mother and even had a child with her
Ever since he married that woman, he changed his personality and became abusive towards me
Although he stopped doing it to me now because of guilt, it still haunts me every night
I'm just a child after all.
Experiencing those things at such a young age wasn't something that a small child can cherish
It's a horror that they will carry for a life Time
Chapter 2
Professor Hart
Alright everyone, we will have our project, this project is for 3 pairs. I suggest that you all should find your groups now
Every one became busy finding their group, while I'm here, just sitting and waiting for someone to ask me to their group
I actually prefer doing my projects alone than doing it on a group. I felt comfortable and focused doing it alone than doing it with someone else
Eloisa Velasquez
You should ask her..
Elena Quigaman
No, you ask her!
I saw two girls in front of me, pushing each other and whispering
Eloisa Velasquez
Uh... Hi, Azalea right? My name is Eloisa, although you might know me…. Or not..? Anyway, is it ok for you to join to our group, we only need one more person
The girl approached me with the other girl, smiling
I nodded at her smiled as a sign of agreeing. I don't have a choice after all. It seems like I'm the only one who doesn't have a group yet
They then pulled a chair and sat down beside me
Elena Quigaman
Hi! I'm Elena! I'm Eloisa bestie. Your name is Azalea right? Do you have a nickname? Your name was too long! How about I call-
Eloisa Velasquez
Elena stop! Your talking too much, you might scare her!
Elena Quigaman
What?! I'm just being friendly, she seems alone, I wanted to be friends with her!
Friend... She said she wants me to become her friend..?
Eloisa Velasquez
Yeah I know, I know but take it slow
Eloisa Velasquez
So um... I'm sorry about her, she likes talking a lot and always noisy... I hope you understand...
Azalea Diaz
It's fine. I completely understand
Elena Quigaman
So, do you have a nickname? Azalea is too long!
She dramatically gasps and covered her mouth with her hands
Elena Quigaman
No one gave you a nickname?! That's injustice! Don't worry, I will give you a nickname
Elena Quigaman
Hmm, what should be your nickname...
Eloisa Velasquez
How about Lea?
Elena Quigaman
No, no that's too common. Ah! What about Azzie?
Eloisa Velasquez
Yeah, that's a good one. Is it ok to call you Azzie?
Azalea Diaz
Um… Whatever you prefer
Elena Quigaman
Great! Azzie it is then!
We then discussed our project. They both seem to have a lot of idea coming from their mind. I felt ashamed since I kept quiet the whole time
I'm not used on having people around me. I always wanted to be alone. Eloisa seems to notice it and said that it's fine. I will just help in creating our project
Eloisa Velasquez
I think we should do this project in our house
Elena Quigaman
That's a great idea! Is it ok to you Azzie?
Azalea Diaz
Yeah, it's fine
Eloisa Velasquez
Great! Then we don't have a problem anymore!
The bell rang to indicate that it's lunch time
Elena Quigaman
Let's go to the cafeteria together!
Eloisa Velasquez
Yeah! Come with us Azzie!
Azalea Diaz
Uh, I'm sorry I'll just go eat alone
Elena Quigaman
Huh? Doesn't that feel sad?
Eloisa Velasquez
Yeah, come with us, so you won't feel alone
They looked at me with pleading eyes, so I had no choice but to come with them
When we arrive at the cafeteria, we immediately look for our sits.
The cafeteria was full of people and felt so alive. They are people who are laughing and having fun with their friends
I smiled bitterly at my self
When will I feel those kinds of things? Do I deserve to feel it?
I'm not used eating with someone since I always eat alone. Elena keeps talking while Eloisa and I are listening to her stories
She has a lot of things to say and doesn't seem to run out of it
While we are eating, two guys suddenly sat down with our table
Eloisa Velasquez
Oh, hey brother! Hi Jerome!
Jerome Adams
Hi Eloisa and Elena!
Eloisa Velasquez
Huh? Is there something wrong Zach?
Zachary Velasquez
It's noth-
Jerome Adams
He's sad because he didn't see the love of his life today!
Elena Quigaman
Love of his life? You like someone right now?
They don't seem to notice me, so I just ate silently, listening to them
Jerome Adams
Yeah! The library girl! The one who always read books at the library
Eloisa Velasquez
Library girl..?
Eloisa Velasquez
Ah By the way! This is Azalea, she is our new friend! She's also our group mate for our project
Friend..? She called me her friend
Eloisa Velasquez
Azalea, this is Zachary my brother and Jerome, his best friend
Zachary almost spilled the water his drinking while Jerome Grinned
Jerome Adams
Oh hey it's you!
He then gave Zachary a teasing smile while Zachary glared at him
Elena Quigaman
You can call her Azzie by the way! We just created that nickname for her because she said she doesn't have one
Zachary Velasquez
Um, hi..
Jerome Adams
Hey, Azzie, my name's Jerome, nice to meet you
Jerome took my hand and shook it with his
I smiled at them and continue eating my food
They are all talking to each other, while me and Zachary are just quiet
I even caught him stealing glances at me
Was there something wrong with me? Do I have a dirt on my face?
I became conscious as he keeps looking at me.
Jerome is also smiling to us like an idiot
Seconds later, the bell rang
Elena Quigaman
Well, we'll see you later Azzie!
Eloisa Velasquez
See you around!
They all already left except for Zachary
Azalea Diaz
Uh, do you need anything?
Zachary Velasquez
I just want to say.. You look pretty
he then ran out of cafeteria, leaving me shocked
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