《emily》

(title:one sided love)As she walked through the familiar gates of the park, Emily's heart skipped a beat. This was their spot, the place where she and Jack had shared countless laughter-filled moments, stolen kisses, and whispered secrets. She had been looking forward to this meeting all week, and the excitement was palpable. The sun was setting, casting a warm orange glow over the lush green grass. Emily spotted Jack sitting on their favorite bench, his back to her. She couldn't help but smile as she approached him, feeling a sense of comfort and familiarity. "Hey," she said, dropping down beside him. Jack turned to her, his eyes locking onto hers. But instead of the usual spark, Emily noticed a hint of sadness in his gaze. "Hey," he replied, his voice low and hesitant. They sat in silence for a moment, watching as children played tag in the distance. Emily felt a sense of unease creeping in, sensing that something was off. "Jack, what's wrong?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper. He took a deep breath, his eyes dropping to the ground. "Emily, I...I don't think we can do this anymore." Her heart stopped. "What do you mean?" she asked, trying to keep her voice steady. "It's just...my parents are really against us dating. They're giving me a hard time, and I don't want to cause any more trouble. I think it's best if we just...stop seeing each other." Emily felt like she'd been punched in the gut. She couldn't believe what she was hearing.