The History Of You And Me

The End?

Two years later...

I walk along the paved cement of the food court feeling Cape Town's breezy wind on my skin. I close my eyes lightly and then allow my lungs to be filled out to their entirety, I release a long exhale, feeling my lips turn into a smile.

I'm happy. My heart is happy.

Maybe my life is not the most conventional or one that a lot of people would be proud of but I feel complete. Better than I have in a long time.

Coming back to Cape Town didn't seem like a good idea for a while, but even though it doesn't always hold the fondest of memories, it's still home.

It's where I've had my most major life recollections. Plus lately I didn't feel the need to hide from the world anymore.

For the past 2 years, I'd been living in a cottage up north, far from the world and its complications. I didn't get to travel like I'd planned but I'm not a bit least disappointed. Everything is going the way it's meant to.

I think that ultimately all that matters is being happy, and happy I am. Plentifully.

I continue walking along the paving, looking for a nice but affordable restaurant to dine in when,

"Izzy? Oh my gosh, Izzy."
No no no no.
Not so soon.

I proceed to walk along the paving, pretending not to hear the loud, chirpy voice calling my name. But that's only short-lived because the owner of said voice catches up to me not long after.

I put on my best shocked face and then,

"Oh hi, I didn't see you there."
I knew this was bound to happen sooner or later but I didn't think it would be so soon, I've barely been here for a week. I know Cape Town is not necessarily a big city but it's not that small either.

"I was at the makeup store and I saw you pass by, I wasn't sure it was you. Gosh! It's been so long!"

I release an awkward smile and then,

"It truly has. You look well as always Sophia."
I truly wish I was wrong. The woman looks like she just came out of a magazine catalog. It's amazing how she's remained so beautiful all these years.

But as lovely as this reunion has been, I have to wrap it up before,

"Bella?"
Great.

I turn my body to face him but of course the little device in my chest betrays me.

It's been two whole years, why does it still hurt to see him?

"Hi."
My insides tremble.

He looks so beautiful... And very taken.

So,

"I'm sorry you guys, I have to get going. It's great seeing you two though, hope you're doing well."
I say quickly as I turn around, deciding I'm not that hungry after all.

I manage to walk away from them, only just a bit. But my greatest nightmare comes to life when,

"I didn't know you had a child, how old is she?"
I sigh then look down at my sleeping toddler in her stroller.