Sweet Promises
Their love grew quickly, like a flame fed by dry leaves.
Daniel would wait for her after school, holding her bag while she adjusted her hair. He spoke about dreams. He talked about becoming successful, taking care of her, and never leaving.
"I will marry you someday," he said one evening under the mango tree near her house.
Laura laughed shyly but believed him.
To her, Daniel was everything. He was her first love, her best friend, and her future.
But love at that age often feels stronger than it truly is.