It was now or never. He was the man I loved and I wanted to be with him.
I packed all my things and left everything behind that night.
My heart hammered frantically; in the most erratic way as I got closer to the train station. No matter what I'll be with him.
My parents will die of shame and grief. They'll be mad, but the decision was already taken. This is what I wanted. He is who I wanted.
I paid the taxi, grabbed my luggage and ran to the platform. I searched everywhere. Where was he?
I read the numbers in the schedule boards... It was too late. By the time I reached the station, he was gone.
Tears rolled down my face. I felt like sinking in wet sands. He didn't wait for me...
***Double Drabble for the Grand Prix Challenge.
(136 words)
Prompt: "By the time I reached the station, he was gone."
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