When Alysha Bush and Kourbine met on a blind date, neither of them had any idea that they would turn into a viral sensation. Ever since they met, both knew that they had a special connection. The only problem is that Alysha lived in Arizona and Kourbine lived in California.
Like all long-distance relationships, they had their set of challenges but managed to stay together through it all. However, things began to change when Alysha started suspecting Kourbine of cheating on her. To relieve her worries, Alysha asked a friend to test out her theory. She had no idea that the trap she was creating for her boyfriend would dramatically backfire on her.
Alysha and Kourbine first locked eyes with each other at a mall. They decided to meet up on a blind date, where they immediately hit it off.
For a long-distance relationship, it seemed that they were doing well. However, Alysha started to have doubts about her boyfriend’s loyalty, and tested him in a way that she would later regret . . .
Alysha was an incredibly hard-working young lady who was known for her dedication, competitiveness, and loyalty. She made her college swim team and was considered a star athlete.
Equally, Kourbine was just as hard-working, spending most of his free time working out and running his own fitness business. The two, like most people nowadays, met on an app. After hitting it off online, they decided to take their relationship one step further and test it out in person.
The two decided to meet at a mall in Arizona. Both were confident and new to a serious relationship, making each of them eager to meet new people.
They meet at a restaurant in the mall and the rest was history, so to speak. Their connection seemed palpable and things were going very well.
Although the two got along so well, being practically a couple before they left the mall, there was one small issue. They didn’t even live in the same state.
Alysha was a student in Arizona and Kourbine was based out in California. While both felt that their relationship was already something special and worth advancing in, neither have ever had a long-distance relationship, making them both nervous. Nevertheless, they gave their relationship a chance.
Though it was tough in the beginning, the couple got a hang of their relationship. While their schedules allowed little direct time with one another, the two committed their free time to keeping in touch.
Through the power of technology, the two managed to talk to one another through a constant stream of messages. However, Alysha noticed that things were beginning to change, as their conversation was starting to fade.
As time went on, Alysha was starting to have doubts about their relationship. The first thing that set her off was when they met in Las Vegas for a family function.
Since their time together was short, they tried to spend as much of it together. When they went to a club one night, Alysha noticed many of the girls hitting on Kourbine, making her think that there was a possibility of him cheating on her .
After Las Vegas, Alysha wanted to test out her disturbing theory so that she could put her worried mind to rest. As she was developing a plan, she realized that one of her friends went to the same gym as Kourbine.
Alysha asked her friend, Paula Contento, if she would mind asking out her boyfriend as a way to test his loyalty. Paula agreed. Alysha paid Paula $50 for her troubles, and what happened next was surprising . . .
As she anxiously waited for her friend to reply, Alysha was wondering whether or not Kourbine and her were truly meant to be. Minutes passed to hours, and there was still no news from Paula. Alysha tried not to worry and stay optimistic, but that didn’t prevent her from keeping her phone close by her side.
The next day, Paula finally responded. She explained that not only did Kourbine agree to go on a date with her, but they ended up sleeping together as well. Alysha was devastated.
To say Alysha was hurt and felt betrayed about what happened between Kourbine and Paula, is an understatement. Her worst fears had come true, and the reality of Kourbine’s infidelity was too much for her to handle.
One thing was certain, Alysha knew that she had to end the relationship, which she did right there and then. Even though they were together for a year, Alysha knew that she would never be able to trust Kourbine after this and thought it best to part ways as soon as possible.
Since the relationship ended so abruptly, there were a lot of things left unexplained. For example, Kourbine told Alysha that he was innocent and never cheated on her.
This didn’t help his case with Alysha, who only got angrier and angrier because she believed that he was lying. Nevertheless, both of them were seeking validation and wanted to clear the air. So, instead of leaving the story unfished, Alysha had yet another brilliant idea.
Alysha thought that it was time to turn to Second Chance – a short, episodic show that is designed for Snapchat users and made for mobile viewing. The show is exactly what it is named.
It is primarily focused on couples who are in a need of a second chance in their relationship. They bring the couple to a place where they are able to discuss their past, giving each person an opportunity to share their side of the story, hopefully coming to a mutual understanding in the end. This show, Alysha and Kourbine thought, was exactly what they needed.
Soon enough, the day of the show came. Both Alysha and Kourbine were nervous to see each other, let alone talk about everything that had happened. Once their conversation began, Alysha was immediately on the offensive.
She told him how angry she was at him for cheating on her. Kourbine, in response, continued to plea his innocence. No matter his efforts, Alysha didn’t believe him and told him about her reliable source. This source was no other than Paula Contento.
While Alysha kept hammering Kourbine on his unfaithfulness, Kourbine went on to tell his side of his story. He described the moment Paula approached him.
He admitted that they did go out to dinner, but he claimed that it was purely business. They discussed exchanging free training for exposure on Paula’s Instagram, since she had a large following. From Kourbine’s point of view, he never cheated.
In terms of this saga that was unfolding, Paula Contento was considered as the ‘third wheel’ in the relationship. She was a mutual friend of the couple, knowing Kourbine from the gym and Alysha ‘through the grapevine’.
Alysha trusted Paula purely based off of female comradery. Little did she know that she put her trust in the wrong person.
The importance of trust, especially in relationships, is no laughing matter – it is the foundation on which everything else is grown on. Without trust, there is not much that a relationship can stand on.
Once trust is gone, doubt and mistrust enter in, creating havoc within the relationship as negative thoughts about one another begins to spread, like a cancer. Also, once we doubt one another, then there is no room to grow, hurting our ability to function.
Once Paula was mentioned, the production crew thought it best to invite her on the show via webcam in order to share her side to this heated story. While Alysha and Kourbine continued to bicker, Paula finally gave in and told the truth.
She kept the money that Alysha had given her and lied about what happened between her and Kourbine. Neither Kourbine or Alysha had even considered Paula lying to them, sending both of them into complete shock when they listened to her confession . . .
Alysha and Kourbine were absolutely stunned. Following Paula’s confession, Alysha then admitted to Kourbine that she had paid Paula for hitting on him as a way to test his faithfulness.
Kourbine was shocked, for the second time that day, and was hurt that she would test him. It seemed as though everyone had been cheated, that is, of course, except for Paula . . .
Alysha began opening up to Kourbine about her reason as to why she paid Paula to hit on him, explaining her insecurities about their relationship and the mistrust she had in him. She originally didn’t want to do it, and admitted she felt awful afterward, but her suspicions, unfortunately, got the best of her.
Kourbine, though hurt that she set him up, was beginning to understand why she did what she did. It was obvious then that Alysha really liked him and was just seeking reassurance. Though he wished she would have found it another way, Kourbine was starting to see her side . . .
Once things began to settle between Alysha and Kourbine, their attention quickly turned on Paula. Obviously, Alysha was extremely angry towards Paula, especially since she considered her a friend.
Alysha called Paula a homewrecker, to which she explained that she thought in unfair that Alysha had such a trustworthy man. She admitted that she lied in an attempt to break them up and claim Kourbine for herself. The horrible plan double backfired and hurt two other innocent people in the process . . .
Let’s be honest, we are all only human, meaning that we are all suspectable to making mistakes. Even though those mistakes can cause heartbreak, it is only through the imperfections that we can understand the perfections.
Both Alysha and Kourbine came to the realization that if there is a problem or if one suspects someone of something, it is always better to confront the person, especially before doing anything rash. This way, it is easier to avoid complications – like their current situation. The real question here is, could the couple learn from their past and start another future together?
After everything was out and the dust began to settle, Alysha fully realized that Kourbine did, in fact, never cheat on her. Through it all, he proved that he was still the loyal and trustworthy man she had fallen for.
Alysha apologized to Kourbine for mistrusting him and regretted for giving in to her paranoia. In addition, Paula also apologized for her actions, knowing now that what she did was wrong. It was clear that Kourbine and Alysha were ready to make up and eager to get back together.
The couple finally cracked the mystery of their troubled relationship. Alysha felt horrible that she didn’t trust in Kourbine, and Kourbine felt bad that Alysha felt like she couldn’t have faith in him.
Both have been lied to and both were angry at Paula for having broken them up. After the show ended, Kourbine and Alysha quickly got back together, picking up where things left off.
Though there were a lot of hurdles to get over, the couple was grateful for the experience, because they now knew that they were able to overcome any hardship that would come their way. With Paula long gone, they were able to start anew.
Unfortunately, the reunion didn’t last long. Apparently, the drama had changed their feelings and caused them to break it off once again. However, we are pretty positive that their last farewell ended better than the first!