She watched as the last petal fell from the rose. It had been a gift from her lover, a symbol of his undying love. But now, as the final petal fluttered to the ground, so too did her hope for their future together. She knew it was time to move on, to let go of the past and embrace the unknown. With a deep breath, she turned and walked away, leaving the rose and her memories behind.
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Zulqarnain Haider
I write short stories and poetry. I hope you find yourself in between the spaces of my words.
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