First Time

In an exchange of SMSes last night.

Me: I'm so sad. I didn't know they are stopping tuition classes. Tonight is the last one, because there are not enough teachers. Last chance to say bye to the kids :( Means I'll start volunteering at Salvation Army or something le.

Him: What will you do there?

Me: Various things. Help sort the donated items. Man the thrift store. The library also has a scheme where you help deliver books to people who are immobile.

Him: Love you, dear. And your beautiful heart. :)

Over nine months. Multiple heartbreaks. Countless nights together. Laughter and tears. Kuala Lumpur, Cameron Highlands, Japan, Phuket, Mersing, Korea.

This is the first time he uttered those words to me - Love you.