Dreams Can Come True

????Within the confines of Gerehu High '967, where stories unfold,

Hilary and Euryth, a love to be told.

Manus and Gulf, a fusion divine,

???? Curly-haired Hilary, a radiant sign.

Euryth, the Husky, silent and strong,

Ruggedly handsome, his aura a song.

Banter and giggles, a lighthearted tease,

Love in the air, carried on gentle breeze.

???? Dreams played their tune, a Gabriel's song,

An anthem of love, where they belong.

A Manus, Gulf and Central embrace,

Their romance blossomed, an enchanting grace.

???? Five years they danced, a love so true,

From admiration to affection, they grew.

A teenage tale, an urban legend's birth,

Euryth and Hilary, forever engraved on Earth ?????

Between 1996 and 1997, at Gerehu High School, a tale unfolded—a story woven in the corridors of adolescence, where admiration and animosity engaged in a subtle ballet..

In the whirlwind of high school dynamics, Hilary Chanei, a mix of Manus and Central origins, found herself transfixed by Euryth Kicheni, a fusion of Manus and Gulf heritage. The new kid at Gerehu, Hilary's heart fluttered with every glimpse of Euryth's dark, rugged charm. Unbeknownst to her, Euryth harbored an inexplicable disdain for Hilary. In the tumult of teenage emotions, fate had cast them on opposite shores.

The year pressed on, with Hilary's infatuation for Euryth deepening. Hilary, light-skinned with curly hair, radiated a bubbly and cheerful spirit, possessing a slightly athletic build. For Euryth, well-built with dark brown skin and rugged handsomeness, rebellion was etched into his unsmiling face. Yet, he possessed an aura that succinctly melted hearts in his own enigmatic way.

For Hilary, every encounter with Euryth became a heart-throbbing adventure. Among her friends, Euryth was lovingly nicknamed "Husky." Whenever Euryth happened to cross their line of sight, giggles erupted, and playful pinches were exchanged. "Look, there's Husky," they'd tease, or "Look, look, the one who never smiles," fueling the lighthearted banter.

As the 1997 academic year unfolded, Hilary, spurred by a mix of teenage curiosity and a hint of mischief, devised a prank. A fake letter, a pseudonymous admirer from another school, and an enveloped message strategically placed in the school admin office—a plan to unravel Euryth's reactions.

During recess the following day, Euryth was paged to the office. Hilary and her friends, like puppeteers of teenage drama, gathered to watch the unfolding spectacle. Euryth emerged with the mysterious letter in hand, bewilderment etched across his serious countenance.

Yet, life, in its unpredictable cadence, orchestrated a twist of fate. A month or two before the Year 10 final exams, Hilary and Euryth found themselves entwined in an unexpected romance. The once-distant dream became a tangible reality.

Amidst the myriad of emotions, the song titled "Dreams" by Gabriel became Hilary's anthem. In the solace of her room, she played the song on repeat, envisioning a future with Euryth—a magical union, a symphony of their love. Little did she know that the constant thoughts and dreams would, in time, materialize into their shared reality.

Their relationship, a captivating blend of magic and complexity, lasted for five years—a testament to the unpredictable nature of love. It started with admiration, veered into a prank, and evolved into a genuine connection. The story of Hilary and Euryth reflects the power of thoughts and the transformative journey from animosity to affection.

In the end, their love story became an urban legend at Gerehu High School—a reminder that dreams, when nurtured with passion and persistence, can indeed come true ????

(Soundtrack: Lane 8 - Survive feat. Channy Leaneagh (Sultan + Shepard Remix))

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