Love in simple things

Love and Redemption

I am in desperate need of his forgiveness. John is not the villain in my story. I am Mira. I am holding onto this train handle till the next stop. We used to travel in this metro every day. We have seen silence, fights, arguments, tired faces, restless romance, rogues, old-school love, and each other. He studied at my college. It is my college because I did my Bachelor's there too.

"Next station: ..." My ears stopped working. I knew this train took me to this stop. I heard that he settled here after graduation. I moved to another city. I loved it there. My legs know every corner of this place yet today I struggle with this familiarity. Why should I know all these places by heart?

"Hello. Where is Regal apartment?"

"Go straight and turn 2 lefts. That is the street."

"Okay. Thank you." Oh god, I trust this stranger more than I trusted a boy who loved me. I need to see John soon. I rushed in that direction. The man I am going to meet, loved me for two years and I knew it. He was my best friend and we pushed through college together. I am very reserved. I don't open up much but that man knows my last nerve. He made my life a little bit easier and gave me company.

I grew up in a foster home when my parents died and that left me introverted for life. I was unable to feel any emotions since that incident. I tried to connect emotionally with so many people in my life including my foster parents. John loved me with all my flaws yet I rejected his proposal. He came back n times into my life to make me realize that I needed a John in my life. I still don't need a John in my life. But I am not the same person I was that day when I asked him to never come into my life, forever. 

As soon as I rang the bell, the door opened. "Hey"  I took a breath of his house. 

"Hey, Mira. Come in"

"Yeah."

"How are you? It has been so long. 

How did you find my place? 

It is so surprising. Please sit down. 

I didn't know you were coming. What do you want to eat?"

He didn't change one bit. I sat on the chair and signaled for water. I went numb down my face. " I am good, John. How are you? You have such a pleasant house. I got the address from your senior, Nicky."

"Oh, Nicky. He was here, last week. This is my house. Here, take the water. I'm making tea."

"Thank you."

"So, how is life?"

"The same"

"Your grumpy old man? How is he?"

"He is good. Mom is also good. Hippo passed away last year."

"Oh my god. May his soul rest in peace. He always greeted me with a big smile. He was such a cute pet."

"I know."

"Here, take the tea"

"Thanks"

"You didn't change one bit. You look the same. Your one-word answers. I can't believe time flies at this speed."

"I know. We just graduated"

"Yeah. How is the tea? Do you need more sugar?"

"No. It is perfect. I like it."

"What made you come here?"

"Just wanted to see you"

"That is great. Hey, I am sorry I didn't get in contact with you after that day. You were very clear about the situation. I didn't want to disturb you."

"I understood that. I came here to apologize"

"Why?"

"I never felt the same after you left. I always felt guilty about how much I might have hurt you with my words"

"You had all the right to reject my proposal."

"I know. It is not about the rejection. I came here to apologize for not being responsive for more than two years when you proposed. That day was a disaster. I didn't mean to hurt you with my words. It was not my intention. I couldn't love or feel any affection for anyone because of my nature. You know me."

"Yes, I moved on from that. I am alright now. I have an amazing girlfriend now. We are soon to be engaged. I am happy, Mira. I hope you are happy"

"I am so happy for you and I am happy for myself. I have been holding on to this moment forever. I wanted to meet you and say sorry."

"I didn't need that apology when I moved on. My intentions were true. I wanted to love you and marry you."

"I was not the right person."

"I wanted to accept you as you are. I told you. You know that. I hope you feel worthy of love. How is your life? Are you dating?"

"Not right now"

"Not right now? Sounds promising. I hope you find an amazing partner. Anyway, It is nice to see you after such a long time. Do you want to continue to be friends? Or is this like a one-time apology meet?"

I handed over the cup. "We can be friends if I am forgiven."

"You are always forgiven" John smiled at me and went inside. The house smelled familiar after that conversation. 

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About the story

Welcome to "100 Days of Short Love Stories," where love comes alive! Each day, for the next 100 days, I will share a unique, heartwarming short story that explores the many dimensions of love. From sweet first encounters to bittersweet goodbyes, from fantasies to adventures, these stories will take you on an emotional journey through the highs and lows of love.

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