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Planting Memories

The days and weeks passed in a gentle blur for Mia and Henry. Winter had set in fully, blanketing the landscape of 1912 in a soft, white layer. They continued to enjoy their time together, finding comfort and joy in the simple moments they shared. Despite their happiness, the reality of their separation loomed in the background, a constant reminder of the time difference between their worlds.

Mia had been making the most of her moments with Henry, savouring every touch and every glance. But she couldn't shake the feeling that she needed to prepare for what was to come. The forget-me-not seeds Henry had given her were a tangible link to both her past and her future. They represented not just her love for Henry but also the life she had left behind and the life she was still building.

One chilly afternoon, after a particularly lovely day spent walking through the snow-draped town, Mia found herself in the workshop, carefully packing the seeds into a small, sturdy box. Henry watched her from the doorway, his eyes full of understanding.

"You're planning to leave, aren't you?" he asked softly.

Mia nodded, her voice barely above a whisper. "I need to go back to my world. I want to make sure everything is alright there, and I need to see my father again. But I promise, I'll return."

Henry walked over and gently took the box from her hands. He looked at the seeds and then back at Mia. "I've been thinking about these flowers," he said. "They're not just a gift. They're a symbol of our connection, a way to remind us of each other no matter where we are."

"I know," Mia said, her voice trembling. "And I want to plant them when I get back to 2024. I want them to grow in my world, too. To remind me of you and everything we've shared."

Henry's expression softened, and he reached out to touch her cheek. "I'll be waiting for you. And I'll make sure to plant some here, too. So no matter where we are, we'll always have a piece of each other."

Mia smiled through her tears, feeling a mixture of sadness and gratitude. "Thank you, Henry. For everything."

As the sun began to set, casting long shadows across the snowy landscape, Mia and Henry shared one last, lingering embrace. It was a moment filled with both love and bittersweet anticipation. They knew that their time together was precious and limited, but they also knew that their love was strong enough to withstand the separation.

With a heavy heart, Mia stepped through the temporal window, her mind filled with thoughts of her future and her past. The transition was as smooth as before, and she found herself back in the familiar surroundings of her home in 2024. The modern world seemed both comforting and disorienting after her time in the early 20th century.

The first thing Mia did was set down the box containing the forget-me-not seeds. She looked around her room, taking in the everyday items that had felt so distant during her time in 1912. Everything was the same, yet different. She felt a pang of nostalgia for the life she had left behind and a renewed sense of purpose for the life she was building.

The following morning, Mia went to her garden. It was a bright, crisp day, and the winter sun cast a gentle glow over the earth. She carefully prepared a spot in the garden, the same place where she had once planted other flowers and tended to her outdoor space. The forget-me-not seeds were a new addition, a way to create something beautiful and meaningful.

With practised hands, Mia planted the seeds, envisioning them growing into delicate blue flowers that would be a testament to her love for Henry and the time they had shared. As she worked, her thoughts drifted to Henry and their future together. She imagined the day when she would return to 1912, when she would see him again and share the stories of her life in 2024.

The planting process was meditative, a way to ground herself and to honour the connection she had with Henry. She carefully covered the seeds with soil, watering them gently and whispering a promise to them.

"I'll take good care of you," she said softly. "And I'll come back to see you grow. Until then, you'll be a reminder of everything that's important to me."

As she finished, Mia felt a sense of calm and fulfilment. The forget-me-not seeds were more than just flowers—they were a symbol of her love, her journey, and the connection that bridged the gap between her two worlds.

As the days turned into weeks, Mia continued to tend to the garden, eagerly watching for the first signs of growth. The seeds gradually began to sprout, their delicate green shoots emerging from the soil. It was a small, beautiful reminder of her time with Henry and the promise they had made to each other.

And as the forget-me-nots began to bloom, Mia felt a sense of hope and reassurance. No matter how far apart she and Henry were, their love would continue to grow, just like the flowers she had planted.