Dating
Kiss Me
The evening breeze carried the faint scent of red roses, mixed with the smoky odor of vehicles passing by on the deserted streets. On the third-floor balcony of a modest apartment, she stood gazing at the twinkling city lights. Her fingers clutched tightly to a mug of warm tea that was beginning to cool. Her mind drifted, far beyond the confines of the tall buildings before her.
By Saffa Nurhaliza9 months ago in Confessions
The way you looked at me. AI-Generated.
Jay didn’t mean to fall for her. He just did. It started like nothing: two people sitting on opposite sides of the classroom. Her name was Cam. Short for Camila. She transferred in the middle of junior year. The kind of girl who wore hoodies even in the heat, kept her head down, and never raised her hand.
By Dart Wry9 months ago in Confessions
Where Grief Lives, Love Leaves
I never thought I’d be writing this. For years, I noticed a pattern. Quiet. Unspoken. But always there. Young couples, full of hope, dreaming of building a family. Then, somewhere along the way — a pregnancy, followed by a miscarriage. And soon after, a breakup.
By Clinton Wanjala9 months ago in Confessions
Top 10 New Zealand Dating Sites and Apps for 2025
In the vibrant world of online romance, Free New Zealand Dating Sites and Apps offer exciting opportunities to connect with like-minded singles. Leading the pack is NewZealandDating.com, the best free New Zealand dating site and app for 2025, delivering a premium experience with no cost. This article explores the top 10 platforms, tailored to diverse preferences, ensuring you find the perfect match. From casual flings to serious relationships, these apps cater to Kiwis search for love in a digital age.
By Steve Waugh9 months ago in Confessions
Whispers of a Monsoon Evening
The Beginning of a Storm It was a slow July evening when the clouds over Kolkata rumbled with the promise of a downpour. The station was unusually crowded, wet slippers slapping against the tiled floor, umbrellas clashing, and the smell of pakoras wafting from the corner tea stall.
By The 1%9 months ago in Confessions
Every Breath You Take
A beautiful garden, full of flowers blooming in various colors and scents. However, in the corner of the garden, there grew one flower that never dared to show its full beauty. It watched the sun rise and set, felt the cool morning dew and the warmth of the afternoon, yet its petals remained tightly closed. The flower was like an unexpressed feeling, and the object of its admiration was the owner of the garden, who was unaware of its existence.
By Saffa Nurhaliza9 months ago in Confessions
I Believed My Marriage Was Real… Until My Mother-in-Law Revealed the Truth on Her Deathbed
I never expected the end of a life to mark the unraveling of my own. It was a quiet Tuesday evening when we got the call. My husband Arman looked pale as he listened to the nurse. His mother, Amana Begum, had taken a sudden turn for the worse. Within the hour, we were rushing to the hospital, hearts pounding and words few. Despite our decade-long marriage, my relationship with Amana had always been… complicated. She was never unkind, but there was a cool distance in her presence. I tried, for years, to break through. I brought her flowers on Eid, cooked her favorite meals, celebrated every birthday. I hoped one day she would see me as a daughter. But her smiles rarely touched her eyes. I told myself it was just her nature—reserved, protective, maybe even a little bitter from life’s hardships. I never imagined there was something deeper beneath her silence. That night, in the dimly lit hospital room, the beeping of machines the only sound, she looked straight at me. Her voice was soft, but urgent. “Stay,” she whispered, barely audible. “Just you.” Arman hesitated, but I nodded. He left quietly. I sat by her side, my hand gently holding hers. It was fragile, cold, like paper. Her breaths were shallow. Her skin seemed to glow faintly under the overhead light, her eyes brighter than they’d ever been in life. “I need to tell you something,” she said. Her eyes were locked on mine. “Something I should have said long ago.” I nodded slowly, unsure of what was coming. “Arman didn’t choose you. I did.” My heart skipped a beat. My throat tightened. She continued, pausing to gather her breath. “He was in love with someone else. A girl from university. They were serious. But she wasn’t right for our family. Not the background, not the values. I told him to end it. I told him to marry you.” My mind reeled. The room felt like it was spinning. “He never told me,” I managed to say. “Of course not,” she replied, her voice fading but firm. “He did what I asked. He obeyed. And I thought… I thought he’d grow to love you. Maybe he did. But you deserved to know.” She coughed suddenly, her body trembling. A nurse entered, checked her vitals, adjusted the IV, and left. I sat frozen, stunned. By the time the room was still again, her eyes were closed. Her hand went limp in mine. She never opened them again. That night, I sat alone in the living room, staring at the darkness. Arman was on the phone, handling arrangements. Our children were asleep, unaware that everything had changed. My mind played back every moment from our marriage. Our wedding. The honeymoon. The time he carried me when I sprained my ankle. The day we moved into our first home. The night he held me while I cried after my miscarriage. All of it. All the love, the comfort, the promises. Were they real? Or had I been living in a love story I never truly owned? I watched him across the room. He looked like the man I loved. My partner. My safe space. But now he also looked like a stranger. Two days passed. I tried to act normal for the kids, for the funeral, for the dozens of guests and relatives passing through. But inside, I was unraveling. On the third night, after everyone had gone, I finally asked him. “Why didn’t you ever tell me about her?” He looked up from his tea, caught off guard. “What are you talking about?” “The girl you loved. The one your mother told you to leave.” He stared at me. His face drained of color. He set his cup down slowly. “She told you?” I nodded. He sat down beside me, looking more vulnerable than I had ever seen him. “It was a long time ago. I was young. I thought it was love. Maybe it was. But my mother… she didn’t approve. She said I needed someone more stable. Someone who understood family. Culture.” He looked at me with teary eyes. “She suggested you. Said you were kind. Grounded. I didn’t say yes right away. I was heartbroken. But then I met you properly. And something felt right. You brought peace into my life.” I wanted to believe him. But a voice inside whispered, You were the second choice. “You should have told me,” I said, voice trembling. “You should have let me decide if I wanted to be someone’s backup plan.” “You were never that,” he said. “Not to me. Maybe in the beginning I was confused. But everything we built… that was real. I swear.” I didn’t pull away when he reached for my hand. But I didn’t hold it either. It’s been months now. We’re in therapy. We’re talking more. Unpacking truths that had been buried too long. I still don’t know where our marriage stands. Some days, I look at him and feel love. Other days, I feel like I’m staring at a beautiful lie. But one thing is clear: secrets, no matter how deeply buried, have a way of clawing their way to the surface. Sometimes they arrive in whispers. Sometimes, in the final breath of a dying woman. And when they do, they don’t just change the story. They change you.
By Wilfred9 months ago in Confessions
Talks or no talks: who blinks first in US-China trade war?
Talks or No Talks: Who Blinks First in the US-China Trade War? The protracted trade conflict between the United States and China has entered a critical juncture. Recent developments suggest a potential thaw in relations, yet underlying tensions persist. This article delves into the current state of the trade war, examining the recent agreements, economic impacts, and the strategic calculations of both nations.
By Krypton 9 months ago in Confessions
Pahalgam attack: US VP JD Vance says US hopes Pakistan cooperates with India against terrorists
In the wake of the devastating terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, U.S. Vice President JD Vance has called for Pakistan to collaborate with India in combating terrorism. The attack, which occurred on April 22, 2025, resulted in the deaths of 28 civilians, including 25 Indian tourists and one Nepali national, marking one of the deadliest incidents in the region since the 2008 Mumbai attacks.
By Krypton 9 months ago in Confessions
