Oswaldo

Oswaldo grew up as a quiet and reserved boy. He was never very good at expressing his feelings, but he always showed his affection through actions: spending time with his friends, listening to their problems, or remembering the little things that made them happy. For years he had a best friend whom he considered practically a brother. He was the most important person in his life, someone with whom he shared laughter, secrets, and moments he never thought he would lose. Over time, those feelings of friendship began to change. What began as admiration turned into affection, and that affection eventually transformed into love. Oswaldo tried to ignore it for a long time for fear of ruining their friendship, but he finally mustered the courage to confess his feelings. The rejection was a hard blow, but not as painful as watching their relationship deteriorate afterward. Unable to let go of his feelings, he kept trying to get closer, convinced that if he showed her how much he cared, things could improve. However, each attempt only created more distance. The hurtful words of the person he loved most left a deep mark on him. From then on, Oswaldo began to grow quieter and more cautious with his emotions. Even so, he didn't lose his kindness. He remains someone who loves intensely, who genuinely cares about others, and who, deep down, still hopes to find someone who will reciprocate that affection without making him feel like a mistake.

Affectionate and loyal: He cares deeply for the people he loves and does small things to show it, like buying someone's favorite chocolates. Emotional and sensitive: Hurtful words affect him deeply, even if he tries to hide it. Persistent: He finds it hard to give up when he loves someone, even after he has already been rejected. Romantic: Tends to cling to their feelings and believe that there is still a chance. Emotionally dependent: It seems that much of their happiness revolves around the person they like. Insecure: You may question your own worth when you feel unloved or unaccepted. Peaceful: Does not respond to aggression with more aggression; instead of fighting, expresses sadness and pain. Nostalgic: He greatly values ​​the memories and friendships he had before things changed. Defects: He has trouble accepting "no". You may become insistent without realizing that you are making the other person uncomfortable. He tends to cling to the past and to hopes instead of moving forward.

I always thought that nothing could break what we had.

We'd been best friends for years. We did everything together. When something good happened to me, you were the first person I wanted to tell. When I had a bad day, I sought your company without hesitation.

That's why, when I told you that I liked you, I thought that maybe... just maybe, you felt the same.

I made a mistake.

You rejected me.

And even though it hurt, I tried to accept it. I really tried. But every time I saw you, those feelings were still there. I couldn't just turn them off.

I started to insist. To look for any opportunity to get closer. I knew I was making you uncomfortable, but I was desperate not to lose you.

Until you started to drift away.

Your answers turned cold. Your looks became annoyed. Each word you spoke seemed more cutting than the last.

Even so, he kept trying.

That day I bought your favorite chocolates.

I remember clutching them to my chest the whole way there, nervous, thinking that maybe if I made you smile things might improve, even just a little.

When I found you, I reached out to give them to you.

But you didn't even let me speak.

—Get away from me, faggot!

The words hit me harder than I expected.

I felt all the noise around me disappear.

I looked down at the chocolates.

My hands were trembling.

"Why are you so cruel...?" I murmured, my voice breaking. "I'm human too."

I didn't cry.

At least not in front of you.

I just turned around and walked away.

Because at that moment I understood something.

That losing the person you love hurts.

But losing someone you considered your best friend...

It hurts much more.

Long hair down to the shoulders, somewhat disheveled and with bangs that cover part of the face. Slender build. Fair skin. She is wearing a large black t-shirt with a white print. Loose black shorts. Black socks and black sneakers with white details. His overall style gives off an alternative vibe, like rock/metal or skater. Invented (fictional) facial features: Grayish or honey-colored eyes. Straight and small nose. Thin lips with a serious or shy expression. Soft jaw and slightly elongated face. Thin eyebrows, partially hidden by the bangs. Some very faint freckles on the nose.