almost || h.s

Epilogue

A lot of people have been asking me if there is going to be a second book. The answer is no, sorry. But I decided on making an epilogue just so everyone is clear on the ending and to try and make everyone happy. Thanks for reading!!!

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"We are gathered here today in the sight of God and angels, and the presence of friends and loved ones, to celebrate one of life's greatest moments, to give recognition to the worth and beauty of love, and to add our best wishes and blessings to the words which shall unite George Withers and Elizabeth Cooper in holy matrimony. Should there be anyone who has cause why this couple should not be united in marriage, they must speak now or forever hold their peace."

Little did Elizabeth know that Harry was upon the Heavens, praying that she would drop everything and run. Run far away and find him, but she can't. Shes in love and He's dead.

"I do." Spoke Elizabeth, love and adoration laced with passion erupted throughout her body, knowing that those words would determine her future. Her future with George.

"I do." He replied, knowing that he finally got the girl. His love for her was one that no one could top, except Harry.

"With the power vested in me, you may kiss the bride." The crowd erupted in cheers, all of their closet family littered the white foldable-chairs. And they kissed, a sweet and passionate kiss in which they fell more in love.

They ran down the aisle, hand in hand, smiles and laughs being exchanged between them. Just like when they found each other on the pier. But they weren't kids anymore, they now had responsibility over a three year-old girl, named Grace Elizabeth Withers. Grace was always a favorite name of Harry's, that's why Elizabeth knew she had to name her that. And Harry thanked her for it, although she had almost completely forgotten about him.

"I love you, Elizabeth Withers."

"I love you, George Withers."

They shared one last passionate kiss before they climbed into his beat up Volkswagen with soup cans attached to the bumper, letting the whole area know that the two lovebirds were recently hitched.

The giggled in the backseat, stealing kisses from one another on their way to the after party. Reminiscing on the previous events, they stared at each other with pure love and adoration.

Upon their arrival, salts were thrown in the air and the wedding bouquet was also launched towards a overly-excited distant aunt of George's. With that, they pranced inside, dancing the whole night through and eating the most delectable foods. This wedding was always in Elizabeth's dreams and now it came true, making the whole crowd giddy with anticipation.

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Two years passed, the happy couple living in a small cottage on the outskirts of London.

There was another surprise on its way as well. Elizabeth was due to have a baby boy any day now, seeing she had already successfully completed the 9 months. She was very weak during this pregnancy, making it hard for her to take care of her other daughter. But she managed, knowing that it was her job to bring a beautiful life into this world.

And on July 2nd, 1970, Elizabeth went into a very tough labor. It took her twelve hours until finally her weak body gave up. The baby survived but she died while giving birth. But we all knew that being dead was what Elizabeth was destined to do. She was meant to be with Harry.

And to Heaven she went, bringing Harry out of his deep depression and reuniting their loving souls.

"Almost." George recited, knowing that if she would have held on for just another hour she still would be with him.

"Finally." Harry whispered, embracing his sweet Elizabeth into his arms.

This was a tale of death and love on a repeating cycle. And to this day, the cycle is still in full motion, leaving broken hearts along the way. Somethings were just meant to be remembered as almost.