The perfect woman
A Story of Missed Opportunities and Impossible Standards
One day, a student asked John why he had never gotten married.
"Ah," replied John, "I had made up my mind to only marry when I had found the perfect woman. So I searched for many years and met many women who were kind, beautiful, and intelligent. But none of them were perfect."
After a brief pause, he continued: "One day, I saw her. I knew immediately that she was perfect in every way. And when I got to know her, it turned out that she truly was a flawless gem in every sense."
"And why didn't you marry her then?" asked the student.
John sighed deeply: "The problem was that she was looking for the perfect man."
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Ashish HEGDE
I draw inspiration from my surroundings, infusing my stories with a sense of place that makes them feel real and authentic. My writing style is elegant yet accessible, and my characters are relatable, flawed, and unforgettable.
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