hush now, little girl : a diary

page two

You were the one I waited for, but suddenly, that dream shattered. All I know now is that love is inevitable.

"Hey.."

Your first word after our memories ended sent chills through me, reminding me of our time together, the days I couldn't escape. Your greeting filled me with nostalgia,

bringing tears to my eyes.

I wanted to hold back, but my feet wouldn't move—

"How are you?"

Your question interrupted my thoughts. I struggled to find words, hiding my trembling. Closing my eyes, I took a deep breath, gathering courage to meet your gaze.

We exchanged looks filled with regret and broken promises,

that was all I felt.

"Hi." I tried not to show my emotions, staring down at my shoes.

"I'm fine, I think... and you?" I finally managed to say, returning to reality. Turning to you, your smile widened as if you had no worries. As if you hadn't loved me.

As if you hadn't left me.

Was I foolish to love you?

I was unhappy.

I was in pain.

Piece by piece, I realized there was nothing left between us. "Yeah, I'm okay!" you exclaimed happily. Or is that sarcasm?

We ended up as something I couldn't even define.

Something they say is "almost."