I don't consider myself a very jealous person, but on that particular day, something just didn't sit right with me. Maybe I was overly fixated on the whole situation, which seems crazy when I think about it.

I couldn't help but wonder, "Why is that guy all over her, and why doesn't she seem bothered by it?" I had so many questions running through my mind. Despite all these concerns, I tried to focus on my food and pretended to be oblivious to the obvious romantic energy between them. I wanted to see how she would introduce me and what she would say.

To my surprise, it was as if she could read my mind. She got my attention and introduced the guy as her friend, and me as her friend too. It was an interesting turn of events. The guy eventually left, and the date continued, but I couldn't enjoy it anymore after his appearance.

Getting to know Ciara better was enjoyable. It was nice to see a different side of her outside of work. However, I couldn't shake the feeling that she might be a flirt based on how she talked to someone on the phone while I was in her office, and also how she interacted with that guy. I wasn't sure if I was overreacting or not in that moment.

Now, my next and final date is just around the corner. I'm getting ready to leave the following week on Friday, and it has been a busy and stressful week. However, my subconscious keeps reminding me of the potential consequences of this weekend and how it could cost me my job. Perhaps it's because my thoughts are consumed by Tiara, who I believed to be the person I had noticed at the gathering right from the start.

It's Saturday, and I have a date with Tiara. I wanted to make a good impression, so I put on my best clothes and the nicest perfume I could afford. I was really excited and it showed.

I arrived at the meeting place before Tiara did, as usual. She arrived a little late, but I didn't mind because I really liked her. However, as the date progressed, I couldn't help but feel that something was off. Tiara seemed like just an ordinary girl, and it bothered me a lot.

After the date, I kept asking myself what went wrong. Did I try too hard or not enough? Tiara's expressions were hard to read, and it made me even more curious. This feeling bothered me until I went to work on Monday.

I called my friend David over the weekend, hoping he could offer some advice. Unfortunately, even he couldn't figure out what was going on. Now I have to make a decision that could impact my personal and professional life. Will I come out of this situation unscathed?

At work, I would see Tiara occasionally, but we never talked about our date until Thursday of that week. After our regular work meeting, she whispered in my ear, "We'll discuss who you'll choose tomorrow. I hope you're prepared."

Who did I really fall for? Will my choice bring me happiness? The confusion within me has only deepened, leaving me even more uncertain.

To be continued...