Like many great love stories, ours began in the hallways of high school. It was 2015 when fate first brought us together. Maria, bold and full of spirit, made the first move—asking Ayan’s sister, Naya, to “put in a good word.” Ayan, ever the mysterious one, played it cool at first, but behind that quiet confidence was someone just as intrigued. Eventually, he found the courage to ask for her number, and that simple exchange sparked something unforgettable. What started as playful teasing and flirtation slowly grew into something real—something neither of us could ignore. Deep down, we both felt it: we were meant for each other. Almost ten years later, our love has weathered challenges, grown stronger with time, and taught us what it truly means to choose one another—again and again. No matter what comes our way, we always find our way back to each other. This isn’t just our past. It’s our beginning
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