The Silent Symphony of One-Sided Love: A Tale of Unspoken Affection

Virain Sehgal
2 min readSep 10, 2024

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Love is often described as a dance of two hearts in harmony. Yet, there is a different, quieter kind of love that many experience but rarely speak of — one-sided love. It’s the kind of love that doesn’t follow the traditional narrative of mutual affection. Instead, it’s a silent, patient symphony where one heart beats faster, while the other remains indifferent.

The Beginning of Unseen Hope

One-sided love often begins innocently. A fleeting glance, a shared smile, or a brief conversation that lingers longer than it should. You notice something special in the person, a spark that lights a flame in your heart. You start noticing little things about them — the way they laugh, the way their eyes crinkle when they smile, the way their presence fills a room. Slowly, they become the center of your world, and yet, they have no idea about the intensity of your feelings.

There’s a certain beauty in those early moments, a hopeful innocence that makes every interaction feel like a promise of something more. You replay their words in your head, convincing yourself that maybe, just maybe, they feel the same way. But deep down, you know the truth. You’re falling, and they’re standing still.

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