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Best friends

Sarah and Emily

By Vocal CreatorPublished about a year ago 3 min read
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Once upon a time, in a small village, there lived two best friends named Sarah and Emily. They were inseparable and had been friends since they were young children. They had grown up together, gone to the same school, and even worked at the same company.

Sarah was a tall, blonde-haired girl with blue eyes. She had a bubbly personality and loved to talk. Emily, on the other hand, was a bit shorter, with dark hair and green eyes. She was quieter and more reserved than Sarah but still had a great sense of humor.

Sarah and Emily were always together. They would often be seen walking down the street, arm in arm, chatting away about anything and everything. They had a bond that was unbreakable and knew each other's deepest secrets.

One day, Sarah received a call from her doctor, informing her that she had been diagnosed with cancer. She was devastated and didn't know how to break the news to Emily. She knew that Emily would be just as devastated as she was.

After a few days of crying and feeling sorry for herself, Sarah decided to tell Emily. Emily was shocked and didn't know what to say. She hugged Sarah tightly and promised to be there for her every step of the way.

Over the next few months, Emily did just that. She accompanied Sarah to all of her chemotherapy appointments and helped her with daily tasks such as cooking and cleaning. Emily was a pillar of strength for Sarah, and she couldn't have gone through the ordeal without her.

As time passed, Sarah's cancer went into remission. She was overjoyed and couldn't wait to celebrate with Emily. They decided to take a trip to Paris, a place they had always dreamed of visiting.

They spent a week in Paris, exploring the city, trying new foods, and making memories that would last a lifetime. They took pictures of themselves in front of the Eiffel Tower, visited the Louvre, and strolled down the Champs-Elysées.

On their last night in Paris, they sat on a bench in front of the Eiffel Tower and watched as the lights twinkled in the night sky. Sarah turned to Emily and said, "You know, you're not just my best friend. You're my family." Emily smiled and hugged her tightly.

When they returned to their village, Sarah decided to throw a party to celebrate her remission. She invited all of her family and friends, including Emily, of course. The party was a huge success, and everyone had a great time.

As the night drew to a close, Sarah stood up and made a speech. "I just want to say a few words," she began. "I wouldn't be standing here today if it wasn't for my best friend, Emily. She was there for me every step of the way, and I can never repay her for everything she's done for me. Emily, you're not just my best friend, you're my hero."

Emily was moved to tears by Sarah's words. She didn't feel like a hero, but she was happy to have been able to help Sarah through her difficult time.

From that day on, Sarah and Emily continued to be the best of friends. They knew that their bond was unbreakable and that they would always be there for each other, no matter what life threw their way.

In the end, Sarah's cancer came back, and this time, it was terminal. Emily was devastated, but she knew that she had to be strong for Sarah. She stayed by her side until the very end, holding her hand and comforting her.

On Sarah's last day, she looked up at Emily and smiled. "Thank you for being my best friend," she whispered. "I love you." Emily choked back tears.

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Vocal Creator

Best stories are more than just words on a page. They are a window into the human soul, a journey through the highs and lows of the human experience.

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