This is the story of my school days. Back then, I was in a hostel, in 7th standard. It's the story of a single "yes" that changed me a lot.
I was 16 and had never imagined something like this would happen. As a teenager and a newcomer, I was sharply focused on academics. I entered school with a lot of confidence—almost as much as Samay Raina carries. I walked into class, saw her, and suddenly, I was down. That moment hit me hard. It felt like déjà vu. Like we already knew each other, like there was a deep connection.
But unfortunately, the very next day, the entire country went into lockdown due to COVID.
I went back home. For a while, I forgot about her. But then online classes started, and we attended every day (mostly just to get a glimpse of her). Yes, I fell in love with her.
The only problem? She didn’t even know I existed. On top of that, I’ve always been very shy. So I decided to wait until school reopened. Honestly, it was tough. Every day, I wanted to talk to her, but I just couldn’t.
Finally, school reopened. And guess what? I was the happiest person alive (even though nothing had happened yet). I went back to the hostel and then to school the next day.
As soon as I entered, my eyes started searching for her. Finally, I saw her, and that same energy rushed through me. Things moved on from there. I used to sit beside her. I focused more on her than on my studies. This continued until December.
It was my birthday, and I was happy—not just because of the birthday, but because I had a mission: to secretly place a chocolate in her bag. Honestly, I had no clue what gifts girls liked. So I just kept a Munch in her bag.
As expected, the next day she asked about it, and I said yes. That’s when my hesitation started fading. I began talking to her a little. But despite being in a co-ed school, ours was different.
In 8th standard, our strict principal split our sections. I was in 8A, and she was in 8B. That’s when I lost all hope.
But I still loved her. Just one look from her made my day. So I used to go upstairs to her floor. By that time, all my classmates knew about my one-sided love story. And by the way, she knew too—but she never took it seriously. People used to tease us, but nothing really came out of it.
I started focusing on my studies again. My marks improved. I had a decent face, and I could talk comfortably with anyone—despite being shy.
Still, I was upset with myself for not being able to express my feelings. I didn’t want her friends to convince her for me either. So, in 9th class during summer vacation, I messaged her on Instagram (pretending it was about the holiday homework—but that wasn’t really the reason).
She replied, and we started chatting. During one of those conversations, she asked me about the girl I loved.
As a girl, she wanted me to confess. And that was my golden chance.
She guessed names of all her friends, and in the end, I said, “It’s you.”
She was shocked. I was nervous. But somehow, I already knew what her reply would be. So I was mentally prepared. Still, I didn’t stop talking to her, and we continued as friends. But inside, I was heartbroken. I had waited two long years just to tell her how I felt—and all I got was a “no.”
I told myself, “Bro, she’s not going anywhere. Focus on yourself too.” But deep down, I believed in my love... and in God.
I remember telling her one day, “You will definitely come to me.”
Fast forward to December 2023—the same month it had all started with a chocolate—finally, it happened.
She said yes.
You won’t believe it—I was completely blank. Speechless. But at the same time, the happiest I’d ever been (even happier than the day school reopened).
So that was the one yes that became a huge part of my life. She is very supportive, and she’s my strength. This entire journey taught me patience and the value of good intentions. If your intentions are pure, you will get what you truly deserve. Its very important to be natural. One should always be natural to what he/she is. believe in yourself, its not just for the relationship but for every event in your life. If something is yours, anyhow it will be yours. we should not complain if something does not go the way we want.
Looking back, I realize how much I’ve grown—not just emotionally, but also as a person. Love isn’t just about getting a "yes" or a "no." It's about staying true to your feelings, even when the outcome is uncertain.
This journey gave me confidence, taught me to be patient, and helped me understand the value of genuine emotions. I know there will be more challenges ahead, but I’ll always remember this phase of my life as the beginning of something real.
And now, every time I see her smile, it reminds me that sometimes, waiting is worth it.
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