Life took on a new, demanding rhythm. Between lectures and project deadlines, Kian and Ariana now juggled part-time jobs. Kian took on freelance architectural drafting, often working late into the night on his laptop. Ariana secured a paid internship at a local finance firm, her days starting before sunrise.
Their free time, once spent on long walks, was now dedicated to managing budgets and bank transfers. Every paycheck was meticulously divided. Kian set aside a significant portion for Jessica, ensuring she had enough for rent, groceries, and prenatal care. He called her weekly, his voice a steady anchor in her lonely world. 💰
Ariana, meanwhile, took charge of supporting her aunt. She transferred a portion of her earnings every month, a small but crucial sum that helped with household expenses and her cousin's school fees. She became her aunt's emotional confidante, their phone calls a lifeline of shared strength.☎
They were often exhausted, their dates replaced by late-night study sessions in the library, their hands clasped over textbooks. Yet, a profound sense of purpose fueled them. They were no longer just students in love; they were pillars for their fractured families. In the quiet sacrifice of their youth, they were building a different kind of future—one defined not by what they had lost, but by the unwavering love they chose to give. 💌