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Love, Loss and the Art of Saying Goodbye

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Reads 19,092
Votes 713
Parts 28
Time 1h 57m

iambleedingheart

Mature

disease divorce forgiveness health heartbreak love marriage regret sorrow tragedy

Natalie Miller's world is shattered when she's diagnosed with a terminal brain tumor, giving her only three months to live. On the same day, her husband, Jackson, requests a divorce, unaware of her illness. Natalie agrees to the divorce under three conditions: Jackson cares for her for two months, they never see each other after signing the papers, and she keeps only the house.

As they navigate their arrangement, emotions run high. Natalie struggles with her secret, while Jackson grapples with guilt over his decision. Yet, amidst the pain, they find solace in each other's company, rediscovering the bond that once united them.

As Natalie's health declines, Jackson becomes her steadfast companion, offering unwavering support through her darkest days. In the intimacy of their shared moments, they confront their regrets and fears, finding solace in their love.

Ultimately, as Natalie's final days draw near, they embrace the bittersweet beauty of their time together, finding newfound love and acceptance in saying goodbye.

"Love, Loss, and the Art of Saying Goodbye" is a poignant exploration of love, forgiveness, and the transformative power of letting go. In the face of loss, will Natalie and Jackson discover that true love endures, even in the most heartbreaking of farewells or realize that what they had isn't true love?


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Fading Whispers Of The Heart

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