Whisper of Thanks, Echoes of Goodbyes (COMPLETED)

Prologue

Disclaimer: 

This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, locales, and incidents are either the products of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or events is purely coincidental.

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"I love you, Thana." Those words make my heart go wild.

"I will never leave you, and I promise you that." I believed what he said.

"H...He is Dead." After I heard that, it felt like I couldn't breathe enough. My whole body wanted to give up. My heart broke when I heard that. I can't believe that he is gone. He is the reason why I am here today.  He is my greatest love that can't be replaced with any man.

"Even in the afterlife, you will be the only one I will love. Thank you for loving me unconditionally. Goodbye, Thana." Whenever I close my eyes, I remember his face, his smile, his scent, his eyes, and how he said those three words that made my heart beat fast. It all flashes into my mind and becomes a memory, and that memory is hard to forget, memories that we shared every moment.

He pointed me toward a moment I never thought would happen, something so surprising and special that it would be a memory I treasure for a lifetime. The unexpected journey began with simple conversations and shared laughter, gradually leading us to a destination of joy and amazement. As we navigated through life's twists and turns together, the bond between us grew stronger, and the anticipation of what lay ahead filled the air.

Little did I know that this journey would be unforgettable, engraving a smile on my face that will endure forever. The atmosphere was charged with positivity, and every step felt like a magical progression toward something extraordinary. 

Live to the fullest, Thana.

I immediately got up upon hearing my mom shout, "Thana!! Come down now, or else you'll be late for work."

My mom always shouts at me as if I can't hear her, and I don't even set an alarm because she's my wake-up call. Sometimes, I want to return to my Condo, but something keeps me from doing so, and I want to go back there if I am ready enough.

I got up right away and hurried to the bathroom to take a shower. After my routine, I dressed in a simple pencil skirt and blouse. While I was going down the stairs, my mom couldn't stop complaining about why I was taking so long.

"Ayan na nga ba ang sinasabi ko Thana, ang tagal tagal mong kumilos sobrang traffic nanaman, kanino ka ba nagmanang bata ka, hindi naman ako ganiyan nung dalaga ako ah!" I smile while my mom lectures me, and I hug her from behind.

"Mom, it's okay to be late as long as I make it to work, right?" I lean my head on her shoulder, finding comfort in her presence.

"Alright, alright, get going now, or you won't be able to start what you need to do today. I'll take care of them, so you don't have to worry about anything." I laugh and grab some bread to bring with me since I'm running out of time.