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Beauty and the beast

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  It was a pleasant day, like most days seemed to transform into as the setting sun blessed the very air with its comforting warmth. The sky a blend of flowing oranges and reds that soon gave way to stars dancing in the night as a couple sat upon a blanket gazing at the light show above their heads. The two savored the moment as what was considered the perfect date came to a close. Each passing day rang with laughter and joy as the relationship between them grew stronger and lively, for the two had found boundless pleasure in each other’s very presence and to anyone who looked on, their love seemed vibrant and inviting, radiating an infectious good mood to those who saw their dazzling smiles.
  Friends from both sides would come and join in conversation easily, eager to talk about their days and lives with the couple as they all would go out and have fun. Wherever the couple went, they were inseparable, building off of the positivity the other generated and creating an amusing and pleasant atmosphere for anyone and everyone. Some were happy for the two, others wondered if the two could ever stand to be apart. In truth their lives didn’t revolve around the other, but it was better with them in it. There were still many times when each would go and either hang out with their friends, work, or run errands, completely content with the space between them.
  But then, gradually things began to change. The days did not hold as much cheer as before, the once radiant sparks dimmed as though a cloak had been draped over them, covering them from prying eyes. They were subtle at first, but one began to notice the changes, the eyes that once held the entire night sky within them had slowly lost their light. Try as they might to keep the sparks alive, even those around them began to notice the differences, the subtle, yet dampened undertone between the two. The same warmth that seemed to cling to the air around them creating a merry and inviting atmosphere seemed to become a bit heavier. Whereas one used to hear endless stories from their mouths, it was as though a dam was slowly being built to stem the flow of words. Behind closed doors the once vibrant air filled with laughter and joy was drained of its very essence and became oppressive and cold. They weren’t sure when it started or how, yet the once wide open valleys that seemed so freeing, where one of their spirits used to soar was slowly being corralled, as four solid walls began to slowly build around them. When going out they were questioned where they were going, and who they were with, even though it was with the very same people they had known for what seemed like years. The bond that was stronger than steel began to dissolve as doubt, in its endless persistence, replaced the trust that had grown in their fertile gardens. The endless ringing of their phone a constant reminder of their newfound keeper.
  Friends became few and far between as the air around the two became almost toxic to anyone around them. Where there was boundless joy now ran silent tears, what was once so freeing now felt like a ball and chain, dragging them down and confining them to their jailer. The bird that once soared above the clouds was now caged behind bars, captive for only one other being to enjoy its splendor. Even if it was harmful to the bird trapped in the cage, they could not fly free, the chains of love that formed from the person they used to know still keeping them tethered to the ground, hoping that the one they fell in love with would soon awaken and free them from the stark surroundings they were now confined to. The days came and went, and yet their savoir was nowhere to be found, the love that had blinded and dazzled them now fell away to reveal the beast that had dwelled within.
This is a story I ended up writing for one of my classes. We had to do a creative project pertaining to something about love and or sexuality, so I wrote a story on the dark side of love. I wanted to try and capture how a relationship can start out beautifully, with sparks and everything and then gradually fade and crumble, revealing something that they couldn't see before. This does happen, regardless of gender.

The story in no way reflects any personal relationships I have, I simply love writing and this is the story I've created.

The story was created by and belongs entirely to me.
Hope you enjoy reading it.
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