this love- conrad fisher

two

two. was being in love ever this hard?

"I used to think I was smart but you made me feel like I was naive"

The sun bathed the sandy beach in golden hues as Katherine and Conrad walked hand in hand, their laughter blending with the sound of crashing waves. They were just fourteen, innocent and unaware of the depth of their feelings. But something special bloomed between them, a connection that defied their young understanding.

Katherine couldn't help but steal glances at Conrad. His playful antics and contagious laughter filled her heart with joy. As they reached a secluded spot on the beach, a mischievous smile played on Conrad's lips.

"Hey, Kat," he said, nudging her gently. "You know you're my favorite person to spend time with, right? I mean, I love Belly and Steven and even Jere but you? You are my favorite person, ever."

A shy blush crept onto Katherine's cheeks as she looked up at him. "Really? Why's that?"

Conrad's eyes twinkled with warmth as he replied, "Because you make everything fun. Being with you feels like an adventure."

Katherine's heart fluttered at his words. It was a flutter she couldn't quite understand, but it made her feel alive. She mustered the courage to speak her mind. "Conrad, I feel the same way. You bring out the best in me."

Their eyes locked, an unspoken understanding passing between them. It was a moment of innocent sweetness, a glimpse into a love yet to fully blossom.

As they continued their walk along the shore, Conrad reached down and picked up a seashell, gently placing it in Katherine's open palm. "For you. A little piece of our adventure together."

She smiled, her eyes shimmering with humor and happiness. "Thank you, Conrad. I'll treasure this seashell always and forever."

In that simple exchange, they exchanged more than just a seashell. They exchanged promises of friendship, companionship, and the possibility of a love that would grow with time. It was a memory they would forever hold dear, a tender moment that marked the beginning of a beautiful journey.

As they played and laughed, unaware of the intricacies of love, they created a cherished memory that would stay with them forever. They were just fourteen, young and full of wonder, but their hearts whispered secrets that neither fully understood.

Hand in hand, they walked along the beach, their laughter mingling with the rhythm of the waves. And as the sun began to set, painting the sky in hues of pink and orange, they embraced the sweetness of their friendship, unknowingly laying the foundation for a love story that would unfold with time.

"Hey, Conrad."

As Katherine's eyes fell upon Conrad, the one boy who she had truly ever loved, a mix of emotions surged within her like a tempestuous sea. Love, pain, and confusion intertwined, creating a whirlwind of feelings that threatened to consume her. Time seemed to stand still as she took in his presence, realizing the immense weight of their history and the scars he had left upon her heart.

Her love for Conrad had never truly faded, despite the pain he had inflicted and the things she tried to get rid of it. But seeing him again, after months of separation and heartbreak, brought a flood of bittersweet memories crashing back into her consciousness. It was a paradoxical mixture of joy and pain, a reminder of what they once shared and the shattered fragments that remained.

Conrad is her best friend. At least he was her best friend before everything went down.

As her gaze lingered on Conrad, she couldn't help but notice the nonchalance etched upon his face. The once-vibrant spark in his eyes seemed dimmed, and his cautious demeanor spoke volumes. A pang of empathy tugged at Katherine's heart, even amidst the remnants of her own pain.