Days passed, and the tension between Lysa and Malaysia continued to simmer. One evening, as they worked on a project together, Malaysia decided to confront Lysa about the elephant in the room.
"Lysa, can I talk to you about something?" Malaysia asked, her voice gentle.
Lysa looked up, her eyes guarded. "What's up?"
Malaysia took a deep breath. "I feel like there's been a distance between us lately, and I want to know if everything is okay."
Lysa sighed, her shoulders sagging. "I just feel like you're getting closer to Ryder, and it's hard for me to watch."
Malaysia's expression softened. "Lysa, I had no idea you felt this way. Ryder and I are just friends."
Lysa's eyes searched Malaysia's face, seeking reassurance. "Really?"
Malaysia nodded. "I promise, Lysa. We're just friends."
As they hugged, the tension between them dissipated, replaced by a renewed sense of understanding and friendship...
But little did they know, their friendship was about to face its biggest challenge yet...