Months have passed so fast. The semester ended again. We celebrated together when Christian and Axel two of Lucian's cousins moved up to junior high with high honors. And Phoenix and Nixon also graduated with Latin honors. We are all very proud of them all.
All good events are with me. I had many siblings, cousins , and extended family because I was a part of the Griffins' lives. I am so happy celebrating every special occasion with them. That's one thing I cherish and am thankful for.
Everything had been so tough when the new school year begins. Luciana and I were in our third year when she had a misunderstanding with her parents.
"Luciana..." I don't know how to comfort her because she's been crying for a while.
Her father wants her to marry a man she neither knows nor loves. I feel sorry for my friend and hurt. When she gets hurt, I get hurt too.
I know that she doesn't like that her parents are forcing her to be with someone she barely knew. I know she's disappointed with her parents. I understand her since even if I were in her shoes, I will feel the same.
"I don't know what to do anymore." Luciana seemed so confused. "I felt betrayed by my parents. How could they do this to me?"
I hugged Luciana. "Hang on, Iana, I know your dad will change his mind too," I told her.
"I tried convincing dad about this marriage but he seems so firm in his decision. How could they decide something like that without my approval? This is my life. How could they marry me off to someone just because he's the son of his business partner?"
She cried even more that's why my eyes got wet. I gently patted her back. I know there's no word to help her ease the pain she's feeling. It is now easy to accept the fact that your parents are in charge of whom you are gonna marry.
I am just praying that Luciana's father will think about his daughter's feelings. I know tito Luciano loves his daughter so much, but I don't understand why he is doing this.
I am aware of arrange marriage between prominent families to keep their legacy. Isn't it unfair?
Luciana keeps on crying. Even if she doesn't speak, I knew what exactly she's feeling right now. Luciana is very kind and obedient child, so I know she's hurt because she is torn between pleasing her parents or go against them. It is not easy for her.
I know her very well that's why its hurting me that my best friend is suffering right now.
I know she doesn't want her parents to be disappointment of her, so I know part of her will agree on her parents' wish. So I am hoping against hope that tito Luciano will change his mind for the sake of his daughter.
I heard that the man they want to marry Luciana is a gentleman. Their families have been friends for a long time. I know Luciana's parents had this agreement with that family that when Luciana is in her legal age and the son of that family finish his studies, they will announce the engagement.
I feel bad for my friend because she can't do anything to oppose her father. Even though the person she will marry is kind and comes from a good family, she doesn't want to get married because Luciana believes that you should love each other so you can get married. She believes that the foundation of marriage is love so you could build a happy family. And I agree with her so I can feel the hardship she is going through.
"Luci is there really no way to stop the marriage?" I asked Lucian. I am in their house because I wanted to visit Luciana.
In the past day I noticed the effect of that arrange marriage had on Iana. Iana became lethargic and often cried. I am hurting and struggling for my friend.
She doesn't hang out with us anymore and she doesn't visit me in my house in a while now, so I am worried. All of us are worried.
Lucian cursed. He ran his hand through his hair. "I don't know Lucila what else I'm going to do. My father doesn't want to listen."
I let a long sigh. I hold his hand. "I hope tito Luciano will cancel the engagement. Luciana is hurting."
He held my hand too. "I hope I could get our father change his mind. I don't want Luciana to be hurt. It's killing me seeing her getting into this pain."
I nodded. I know how much Lucian cares about his sister. He will do everything to protect her because he loves her so much.
If only I could do something to help both of them from this mess, I will.
"Are you okay, Luciana?" Carla asked Luciana. I am with Carla, Denise and Louise to visit our friend. It is weekend and we have no classes.
If only Luciana has no problem, we were probably planning about our weekend travel.
"I am fine. You don't have to worry about me." Luciana smiled at us.
My friends and I exchanged glances. We all know that our friend isn't okay.
"I know you are going through a lot these past few days, Luciana. You can tell us how you feel. We are here for you." Denise told Luciana.
My eyes are getting wet from the tears I am trying to hold. I cannot cry because we need to be strong for our friend.
"We are here when you need a friend hmm? We will never leave you." Louise assured Luciana.
We want to give Luciana a comfort. We are not used seeing her in this state. As much as we can, we will be with her. We want to share her burden. That's how friend should do. When your friend is not feeling okay, facing problems alone, or hurting, as a friend we must be their strength.
Luciana smiled and gave us a hug. We hugged her tightly. "Thank you, girls. I know you will never leave me."
Yes. We will never leave her.