My Love... by My Side [COMPLETED]

Second Chance

She stood there, solitary in the morning's gentle glow. Donning a crisp white shirt, sleek black slacks, and elegant black Mary Jane, she carefully arranged her hair in a half-bun. The sunlight illuminated her eyes, shimmering with a mix of emotions as they fixated on the weathered gravestone, a reflection of the deep scars etched upon her wounded heart. With trembling hands, she tenderly placed a bouquet of soft pink carnations, her tears threatening to spill forth, but she held them captive within her chest, her anguish painting her nose a faint shade of crimson.

In the quiet stillness of the early hour, she found herself alone, utterly and completely. Immersed in a whirlpool of conflicting sentiments, she waded through memories tainted with bitterness. Bowed before the headstone, she closed her eyes, a solemn gesture of respect. Even in her frugality, she felt compelled to honor a man who had inflicted immeasurable pain upon her soul.

Yet, she was not as callous as he had been. She bore no resemblance to the cruelty that resided within him.

"Dad... I've come burdened with a heavy heart," she whispered, her voice carrying a mixture of regret and determination.

"Just a brief visit, so they won't cast me as the ungrateful child who neglected her father. I'm sorry I've come alone. Taylor... Well, he refused to join me. He even lashed out when I mentioned wanting to visit you. But, can we blame him for hating you so vehemently? We both know the reasons, Dad. Your hurt reached far beyond me; it touched him too."

She closed her eyes, then opened her eyes just to stare at the sky, creating a monologue by herself.

Do you find pleasure in witnessing my existence crumbling into despair? For seven long years, your curse has haunted me relentlessly, just as you used to spit venom at me. It seems I am incapable of bringing happiness to anyone in this world.

Now, I'm convinced that you were right. I am trapped in an endless cycle of trouble. Is this what you desire, Dad? Do you revel in my misery, relishing in my failure?"

And so, here I stand before you, a pitiable fool! I've never once felt a semblance of self-worth, not even when you were taken from this earth. It's all because of you—your vile words, your belittlement, your treatment of me.

In your eyes, I was nothing but an unwanted child.

A mistake.

But you know what... God has granted me a second chance to live life on my terms. I refuse to let you prevail this time! Watch me now, as I rise against all odds!

Despite your wretched insults, I am determined to prove to the world that your words hold no truth. Nothing will extinguish my spirit this time! I will embrace life to the fullest, with Taylor by my side.

And here's the beautiful part—your barbaric methods no longer sway over me! Oh, how I wish I could witness your face when I prove my worth!

This time, I will conquer you! Without a doubt!

May you taste the bitter fruit of suffering, Dad!

And yes, may you rot in the depths of hell!

A subtle smile curved upon her lips, radiating satisfaction in her newfound resolution. She turned away, her footsteps light yet purposeful, leaving the past behind and hurtling toward the beckoning future.

Leaving it all behind, she embraced the boundless possibilities that awaited her.