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Love Beyond Life

Spirited Romance

By Vijay PeriannanPublished 11 months ago 4 min read
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Lena had always been drawn to the paranormal. She had spent her childhood reading ghost stories and watching horror movies, fascinated by the idea of the afterlife. So, when she inherited an old, Victorian-era mansion from her great aunt, she couldn't wait to explore its haunted history.

The mansion was grand and beautiful, but it was also eerie and unsettling. Strange noises echoed through the halls, doors creaked open on their own, and Lena could sense a presence lurking in the shadows.

One night, as Lena was wandering through the mansion, she felt a cold breath on the back of her neck. She turned around, but there was no one there. Suddenly, a voice spoke to her. It was a man's voice, deep and resonant.

"Hello," the voice said.

Lena gasped and spun around, searching for the source of the voice. And then she saw him.

He was standing at the end of the hallway, a tall and handsome man dressed in old-fashioned clothing. His eyes were dark and intense, and Lena could feel his gaze piercing through her.

"Who are you?" she asked, her heart pounding.

"I am Edward," he said. "I have been here for a very long time."

Lena was terrified, but there was something about Edward that drew her in, something that made her feel safe and protected.

Over time, Lena and Edward began to develop a relationship. They would talk for hours, sharing stories and secrets. Lena learned that Edward had lived in the mansion over a century ago and had died tragically, leaving his spirit trapped within its walls.

Lena's heart ached for Edward, for all the pain he must have gone through in life, and now, after his death. She felt drawn to him, as if he needed her and she needed him.

One evening, they were standing in the moonlit garden, and Lena felt the air turn cold as Edward came close to her.

"Lena, I have been alone for so long," he said, his eyes on her.

Lena looked at him, her heart pounding as he took her hands in his. Their fingers intertwined, and she could feel his warmth even though he was a ghost.

"You don't have to be alone anymore, Edward," she said softly.

And then, he leaned in and kissed her. It was a soft and gentle kiss, but it was filled with passion and longing.

For the first time, Lena realized how much she had come to care for Edward. He was more than just a ghost to her; he was someone she loved deeply.

As time passed, Lena and Edward's relationship deepened. They would spend hours in the garden, talking and laughing and sometimes, just holding each other. Lena felt that she was falling deeper and deeper in love with him.

One evening, as they sat together on a bench, Lena couldn't help but share her pain and struggles with Edward. She told him about the loss of her parents and how she had always felt alone in the world. Edward listened with empathy, holding her hand, and it was then that Lena realized how much he understood her.

"Edward, I don't want to be without you," Lena said. "I can't imagine a life where you aren't a part of it."

Edward looked at her with sadness in his eyes. "Lena, you know that I can't stay here forever. My time is limited, and I need to move on."

Lena felt tears welling up in her eyes, and she leaned in and kissed him with all the love and longing she felt in her heart. Edward held her tightly, and she could feel his love for her pouring out of him.

Days turned into weeks, and weeks turned into months. Lena and Edward's love for each other only grew stronger. They spent every moment they could together, even though they knew that their time was limited.

One night, Lena woke up to find that Edward wasn't there. She searched the mansion frantically, but he was nowhere to be found. And then she heard his voice.

"Lena, I need to go," he said. "My time here is up."

Lena felt her heart break. "No, Edward, please don't leave me," she pleaded.

"I have to, Lena. But I will always love you, and I will always be with you in spirit," he said softly.

And then he was gone, leaving Lena alone in the mansion. She cried herself to sleep that night, missing him desperately.

But in the days that followed, Lena began to feel Edward's presence around her, comforting her in her sorrow. She knew that he had kept his promise and was with her always.

Years passed, and Lena never forgot Edward. She would visit the mansion and sit in the garden, remembering the love they had shared. And sometimes, she would feel his ghostly presence, and it would bring her peace and comfort.

Lena knew that their love had been unconventional, but she didn't care. She had found someone who had loved her deeply and had shown her what it meant to be truly loved. She knew that no one could ever replace Edward in her heart.

And so, Lena lived out the rest of her life, remembering the romance she had shared with a ghost and cherishing the memories of their love. She knew that she would never forget him and that he would always be a part of her heart and soul.

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Vijay Periannan

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  • Mjawad Raza11 months ago

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