Thirty Blossoms

There are only two possible endings to a secret crush: Either be brave once and give your feelings an answer, or quietly step aside and keep your tenderness for yourself. Neither choice is right or wrong. Those who speak up have fewer regrets; those who stay silent carry a little more longing. Confessing isn’t about forcing the other person to answer or demanding a relationship. It is this: I’m placing the feelings I’ve kept hidden for so long in front of you, with all sincerity, and telling you: I once liked you this deeply. A confession has never been about begging someone to be with you. It’s about bravely admitting your feelings and calmly accepting whatever comes next. Once spoken, your feelings have somewhere to rest. As for the ending, that’s a lovely bonus, not the only point.