Best thing (Pordee x Pandee)

Assurance

As Antonia immersed herself in the demanding preparations for the Miss Universe 2023 competition, the bustling schedule didn't dampen the thoughts of her girlfriend, Michelle. The anticipation of representing their respective countries brought with it moments of reflection and a longing for the connection they shared.

In a rare moment of respite, Antonia decided to take a break and scrolled through her Instagram feed. Suddenly, a photo caught her attention. Michelle, standing alongside a woman named Samantha Panlilio. The comments hailed Samantha as a beauty queen and praised her for her gorgeous looks. A pang of jealousy surged through Antonia's chest.

You have a lot explaining to do, Michelle, Antonia thought, her mind racing with questions and uncertainties.

Feeling a mix of emotions, Antonia dialed Michelle's number. As the phone rang, each tone echoed the anticipation building within her. After a few rings, Michelle answered, her voice carrying a blend of excitement and exhaustion.

"Hey, my love," Michelle greeted, unaware of the storm brewing in Antonia's heart.

Antonia took a deep breath, attempting to conceal the unease in her voice. "Michelle, I saw your Instagram post with Samantha Panlilio. Who is she?"

Michelle, sensing the tension in Antonia's tone, responded, "Oh, that's Sam. She's been helping me with preparations for the competition. An amazing mentor and friend. Why do you ask?"

Antonia, her mind racing with a mixture of relief and lingering unease, hesitated before responding. "I just... I saw the photo, and I guess I got a little jealous. I miss you, and it's hard being apart, especially when I see you with someone so gorgeous."

There was a moment of silence on the line before Michelle's voice, filled with understanding, reassured Antonia, "Love,Sam is just a friend and mentor. I miss you too, and I understand it's not easy. You're the one I love, and no one else compares. I wish you were here with me."

Antonia felt a wave of relief at Michelle's words, realizing that sometimes, jealousy could be a testament to the depth of one's feelings. The conversation shifted, and the two women spoke of their day, their challenges, and the love that bound them together even across the physical distance.

As the call ended, Antonia couldn't shake the remnants of jealousy entirely, but Michelle's reassurances lingered in her mind, offering a glimmer of comfort amid the whirlwind of preparations and emotions. The journey to Miss Universe continued, and with it, the complexities of love and trust unfolded for the two women destined for the global stage.

Samantha scrolled through her Instagram feed, a smile played on her lips when she stumbled upon a photo that Michelle had posted of the two of them. The captured moment exuded camaraderie and friendship, reflecting the bond they had formed during the intense preparations for the Miss Universe competition.

Amused by the photo, Samantha began to read through the comments, expecting words of encouragement and praise. However, one comment caught her attention, and her smile faltered momentarily.

"Michelle, just a reminder, you have a girlfriend."

The comment lingered in Samantha's mind, and a hint of confusion flickered across her face. Unaware of Michelle's relationship status, Samantha had inadvertently become part of a situation she hadn't anticipated. She pondered the implications of the comment, realizing that Michelle might already be in a committed relationship.

Feeling a sense of responsibility, Samantha decided to reach out to Michelle privately. She messaged her, "Hey Michelle, I saw the comment on our photo. Is everything okay?"

Meanwhile, Michelle, engrossed in her preparations and unaware of the comment, received Samantha's message. She read it with a hint of surprise and quickly responded, "Hey Sam! Yeah, everything's fine. Sorry about the comment. I do have a girlfriend, and I've made it clear to her. It's just a bit of jealousy, I suppose."

Samantha, relieved by Michelle's response, replied, "No worries! I didn't mean to get caught up in any drama. I'm here to support you for the competition. Let's focus on that."

As Michelle continued to navigate the challenges of the pageant with Samantha's support, the incident served as a reminder of the complexities that could arise in the world of beauty pageants. Meanwhile, Samantha, committed to maintaining a professional and supportive relationship with Michelle, redirected her focus to their shared goals in the upcoming competition.

As Antonia looked at the photo one last time, a lingering uneasiness tugged at her heart. The image of Samantha and Michelle captured a moment of camaraderie and shared laughter, but Antonia's eyes were drawn to the subtleties in their expressions. In particular, the way Samantha looked at Michelle seemed to echo a sentiment that Antonia recognized all too well, the gaze of someone captivated, possibly attracted.

Her instincts, finely tuned by love and a sense of protectiveness, whispered that Samantha's admiration for Michelle might extend beyond friendship and mentorship. Antonia couldn't shake the feeling that Samantha found Michelle not just inspiring but attractive in a way that went beyond the bounds of their professional relationship.

Antonia, her mind racing with a mix of emotions, decided to trust her instincts and confront the situation. She called Michelle once again, her heart pounding as the phone rang.

When Michelle answered, Antonia couldn't hold back her concerns any longer. "Michelle, I looked at the photo again. I can't shake the feeling that this Samantha has more than just a professional interest in you. Did you notice the way she looks at you?"

Michelle, caught off guard by Antonia's directness, took a moment before responding. "Love, Sam is just a friend and mentor. Yes, she's gorgeous, but I assure you, my heart is yours. I love you,always remember that"

Antonia listened to Michelle's words, and a sense of reassurance washed over her. Yet, a trace of uneasiness lingered as she couldn't shake the instinctual feeling that Samantha's intentions might be more complex than what Michelle perceived.

Michelle, understanding the gravity of Antonia's concerns, continued, "I'll make sure to clarify things with Sam. I value our relationship, and I don't want anything to jeopardize that."

As the called ended Anntonia still cannot shake the feeling so she decided.