She is a sight that I can never forget, even if I tried.
Despite the number of years that had passed, she still wore the same red scarf, auburn curls, and cheeky smile. A familiar shiver travelled down my spine, causing the thin hairs on my forearms and the nape of my neck to rise.
As she bounced on her heels and waited patiently for her coffee, all those wonderful memories of our short time together flashed through my mind.
Late night walks across the campus. Drinking spirits on the sofa. Heartfelt conversations in the nearby forest. Private study sessions. Side glances when we thought the other was not lookingβ¦
There are some subtle differences that distinguished this woman from the girl that I knew when I was 19. She stood taller and was no longer fiddling with the ends of her hair, she was slightly tanner meaning she had just come back from a holiday and lastly, she was wearing a silver ring on her left hand.
A pang of regret hit slammed against my chest, probably stronger than I should be feeling. She really was a different person now. Giving her another look over, I realised that this beautiful woman reflected the person that I once was…someone who didn’t take a chance.
As she strolls past my table, every inch of my mind urges me to get up and say something, but my body locks into place. My throat tightens and my tongue sticks to the roof of my mouth.
What good would it do seven years later?
As she disappears for the second time in life, I am left with a cold slice of cake and the fantasy of what could have been.
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“I realised that this beautiful woman reflected the person that I once wasβ¦someone who didnβt take a chance.” – brilliantly stated. You brought me right into my own memories of similar situations.
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Thank you stopping to read this short story π I wanted the story to mirror the “What if?” moment that most people experience. I’m happy that you like it and really appreciate your comment π
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I love this so much! You’re so talented and your words are so beautiful can’t wait to read more hugs thank you as well for your kind words and listening to my playlist big hugs you are amazing
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Thank you hun π Your comments have made my day. I’m really enjoying exploring your blog, you are wonderful – I love your style and can’t wait to read more of your writing too π Sending you warm, big hugs too!
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This is amazing. Truly. You’ve captured the emotion of the scene so perfectly…
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Thank you for taking the time to read and comment on my post π I’m so thrilled that you like it π it really means a lot
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This is very poignant and beautiful! The expressions of regret and fear are tremendous. Youβre greatly gifted with words!
Great work!π
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Thank you so much for your kind words π I am truly touched. And I’m happy that you enjoyed reading this short story – It was incredibly fun to write! Hope you have a wonderful day π
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Really a good story!
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Thank you so much for reading π I appreciate it! Happy that you like this story π
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Great story! I really liked it.
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Thank you so much for your comment and followβ£οΈ I’m happy to hear that you like this story π…and Happy New Year! π€ Hope you are well and that 2021 treats gives you many blessings and happiness x
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I can’t say much else that hasn’t already been said!
Other than I am here and…..FF approves! π
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Thank you for visiting my blog FF π I’m flattered that you approve. I admire you and you’re wonderful! β€οΈ
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Right back at cha!!
~Da Fisten
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Well done.
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Thank you so much π I’m happy you liked this short story!
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This is so poignant β€οΈ
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Hi Rashmi! π Thank you for reading and your comment – it means a lot π€ I’m thrilled to hear that you like it. I really enjoyed your last post “Being a Mindful Dreamer” and found it very motivating. Hope you have a lovely weekend π€©
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Thanks alot! That’s very lovely of you β€οΈ
I hope you have an amazing weekend too π
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Thank you so much, hun! π€ππ€
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This one is really amazing. Your flash fictions are crisp and indulging. I loved how you described the narrator’s point of view in such a marvelous way. ππ¦
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Your comment brought a big smile to my face! I am proud of this writing and it means a lot to hear that you enjoyed this flash fiction π Thank you so much for your words of kindness and support, Yashi π€β¨
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β£οΈπ¦ keep growing and keep writing such amazing pieces/fiction/blogs.π€πΈ
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Awww, this made me smile! π€ Thank you for your kind words, Yashi! πβ¨ I’m really thrilled that you enjoyed this little piece of writing.
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Incredibly talented, achingly heartbreaking. Superb writing overall, I hope you never stop!
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Hi Kai B! π Thank you for sharing your thoughts about this story – I really appreciate your kind words and support π Creative writing is a passion of mine and brings me lots of joy. I love your latest post “3 Ways to Romanticise Yourself”, it is so well-written and an insightful concept π· Keep up the great work! πͺ
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