Not always what it seems……

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I wonder if Ken ever really loved me, when i told him we should go our separate ways, he didn't even bat an eyelid Victoria said to her best friend—Lillian, as hot tears flowed uncontrollably down her chubby cheeks.

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Ken and Victoria had dated for a year, they were both so in love with each other or so it seemed to her—they stayed up till the dead of the night, chattering and laughing over what no one else could understand, going out on dates, they had the greatest time of their lives. But the relationship became shaky when Ken started behaving strangely, Ken cut down on the way he texted, called and barely went out on dates with Victoria.
He claimed his job was now demanding a lot of his time, unlike before and that he barely had time for himself even. Victoria didn't mind as she tried to understand him.

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But Ken's attitude worsened. Ken, what's happening? Our relationship is falling apart. I'm managing to hold it all together, but I don't know for how long I can cope Victoria said as she bashed into Ken's home and flung her bag on the sofa. Victoria, i've already explained my reasons for this distance, i’m buried in work. I'll make it up to you, please Ken said.
But Ken had said the exact same thing a month ago and Victoria wasn't having it nor was she going to let things die down.

You already said that before, do you think I'll fall again for your empty promises and lies? If you are in love with someone else, just… Her sentence was cut off by Ken.

Stop it, Victoria!! —he yelled. I will not be continuing this conversation with you, just give me some space. I need to clear my head…Ken said, as picked up his jacket and stormed out of the house. While Victoria stood there, like she was lifeless for a minute, it felt like there was a hard lump in her throat that she couldn't swallow. Ken had never spoken in such tone to her, let alone asking for space.

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Hours ran into days and days into weeks since last the loverbirds talked. In those weeks, Victoria managed to live by, distracting herself with work, parties and all.

***Lillian, do you think i should put a call across? Do you think I was too harsh on Ken? Maybe his job was really taking a toll on him and I was just being self-centered, maybe….." Victoria said halfway as she burst into tears.

Please calm down, don't blame yourself for the way things turned out, your reasons were valid too Lillian said as she tapped Victoria's back gently…..if he really cared, he would return, she continued.

The next day, Victoria decided to reach out at least to make sure Ken was alright or because she missed him. Hello, who is this? A lady answered the call on Ken's phone. Victoria didn't want to jump into conclusions just yet..Umm, please give the phone to Ken, I need to speak to him
Oh, you must be the girl Ken always speaks about, well, he isn't available to talk..bye The lady on the other hand said and hung up. Bewildered by what just happened, Victoria felt a sense of anger, disappointment and betrayal.

Lost in thought about who the lady could be to Ken, her phone rang—it was Ken calling back. After being a bit hesitant, she picked Hello….
**I'm sorry I missed your call earlier, Victoria but can we please meet up at St. Laurent’s restaurant in the next one hour?
Victoria scoffed and blurted out… Why?
I'll explain everything to you when we see, please Ken responded.

Ken say across the table, looking nervous as if he had committed a grave crime. Meanwhile, Victoria's heart pounded, wondering if he was going to confirm what she had been thinking all along.
Victoria….i was already in..in a relationship before I met you. I thought we were going to move on after we met, but I ended up falling deep before you. I asked for space then because I was helpless and didn't know how to tell you, because I felt really guilty. I don't want to lose you

Victoria froze on her seat—her head looked like it was spinning and would fall off any minute, everything became hazy. Am I dreaming? God, no, please.
You used me, Ken. Victoria said with a shaky voice.
No, i didn’t , I fell for you and I'm still in love with you. Please let me explain what…..

Stop! I will not sit here and listen to your lies. You are horrible, Ken, i hate you.
Victoria, please don't do this. I was helpless. Just let me explain to you, plea….

This sham of a relationship is over, we are done!! After Victoria blurted those words, everywhere became still as if the clock had stopped ticking. She then ran out of the restaurant…Ken, in shock, looked at Victoria as she ran out until she was completely out of sight.

A month later, Victoria had settled in her new apartment, as she had to relocate to another city and got a new job. Get dressed, Victoria..I'm in your city and we'll be going out. You've cooed up for too long. Victoria managed to smile a bit as Lillian’s message popped up.

7pm, Victoria and Lilian were at a mini restaurant catching up while ordering food and drinks. I hope you don't think about him anymore—Lilian said as Victoria held her phone while focusing on it as if she was waiting for a message.
Well, I try not to, but it's not easy. She replied as she tucked her phone into her pocket. I wonder if Ken ever really loved me, i broke up with him and he said nothing; he didn't flinch, neither did he even chase me to get me back Victoria said to her best friend—Lillian, as hot tears flowed uncontrollably down her chubby cheeks.

Victoria!! I've been trying to get across to you, i did love you and still do Shocked Victoria looked around and discovered she had butt-dialed Ken. It turned out, that after the incident that day, Victoria blocked Ken's number, on all socials and relocated.
But for some reasons, she unblocked his number that night at the mini restaurant and while she slipped her phone back into her pocket, she butt-dialed him.

Ken continued, My parents wanted me to marry Anna-the lady you spoke to that day, as they thought Anna was the best for me, but I was determined to prove to them that it was you I wanted to spend the rest of my life with. I asked for space then because I didn't know how to face you, so I thought of sorting things out so I do not hurt you. I'm sorry I would have told you everything from the onset. Please, I need you back in my life. Everything is fine now and my parents want to meet you

Victoria was happy that her love was back. A butt-dial ended up saving a relationship that was far gone.

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How did Ken think Victoria would believe him? Its just too obvious that his mind was off, his actions shows that he got someone, but am happy Victoria moved on.

Ken should have let her know the situation from the onset, it would have cleared the misunderstandings and cancel out the fears.

Wow
Ken loves Victoria a lot but he doesn’t know how to confront his parents
It’s good that they are back together
Their love is real

Yes, their love is indeed real.

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Thank you very much 🙏