Dangerous Liaisons at Oxford

    By Alicia

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    15 Apr, 2024

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    Valerie was engrossed in her history assignment, her mind filled with dates and events, oblivious to the complex web of emotions around her.

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    Jonathan watched Valerie from his office, his eyes filled with unrequited love and guilt, as he thought about his missing wife.

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    Valerie attended Henry's literature class, her heart fluttered as he discussed classic love stories with a captivating passion.

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    Henry, albeit brooding, couldn't help but notice Valerie's passion for literature, stirring feelings he had for Jonathan.

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    Valerie found herself constantly thinking about Henry, his enigmatic persona, and the way his eyes lit up while teaching.

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    Jonathan, unnoticed, watched Valerie from a distance, the pain of his unreciprocated love growing stronger every passing day.

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    One night, Valerie bumped into Henry in the library. Their conversation, filled with literary references, sparked a connection.

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    Meanwhile, Jonathan entered the library, witnessing a moment between Valerie and Henry that confirmed his worst fears.

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    Jonathan finally gathered the courage to confess his feelings to Valerie, but her reaction was not what he had hoped for.

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    Despite the shock, Valerie empathised with Jonathan's situation but made it clear that her heart was elsewhere.

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    At the gala, Valerie finally confessed her feelings to Henry. His response was a warm, understanding smile.

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    The night ended with an unexpected twist as Jonathan and Henry shared a moment, leaving Valerie wondering about the complexity of emotions.

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