DIARY OF A CERTAIN STORIES

THE DAY AFTER HIS BIRTHDAY

In a world where unexpected connection exist, two souls connected through the intangible threads of social media, exchanging laughter and dreams amidst the chaos of life. He had admired him from afar, often confiding in his friends about his crush. But when his grandfather fell gravely ill, the darkness of despair enveloped him. It was during this bleak period that he unexpectedly became a beacon of light, offering him comfort through late-night conversations that felt like a bittersweet symphony of love.

After weeks of uncertainty, the day finally arrived when they planned to meet. His grandfather was discharged from the hospital, and he wrestled with doubt and fear as he prepared to step into the unknown. Yet, he summoned the courage to go to the historical site where they had arranged to meet. As he emerged from the van, his handsome gaze met he's, and for a moment, the world melted away.

They spent the day immersed in shared joy—wandering through a museum, teasing each other, and laughing like old friends. On that rainy afternoon, they found shelter in a cozy coffee shop, where the warmth of their connection blossomed over plates of carbonara and laughter-filled games. It was a day woven with tenderness, and for him, it felt like a dream come true.

But as the sun set on that perfect day, a storm loomed on the horizon. After their enchanting encounter, the communication between them waned. He grew distant, leaving him heart heavy with uncertainty. Despite his birthday approaching, he felt the weight of impending loss. He wished him well, but his heart was already preparing for the inevitable goodbye.

The day after his birthday, a sense of foreboding hung in the air. It was as if the universe conspired against their fleeting happiness. Tragedy struck when he collapsed, his body succumbing to an illness that had lingered unnoticed. In the sterile confines of a hospital room, surrounded by the beeping of machines, he fought against the darkness closing in on him.

As he strength waned, he whispered his name, a final plea echoing in the emptiness around him. In his last moments, the memories of their laughter and shared warmth flooded hisr mind, each moment now a bittersweet reminder of what could have been. With his final breath, he surrendered to the silence, leaving behind a garden of memories, buried with the weight of unspoken words and unfulfilled dreams. In his tragic farewell, he became a ghost in the story they never fully wrote together, his heart forever tethered to the man who had once brought his light in his darkest hours.