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The Hallway Goodbye
AJMcKinley
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AJMcKinley
Ongoing, First published Dec 30, 2024
bittersweetcomingofageemotionaljourneyfirstcrushheartbreaklostconnectionsloveandlossmissedopportunitiesquietheartacheregretromanceselfreflectionunrequitedlovewhatifyounglove
In this heartfelt short story, a young woman reflects on her unspoken feelings for Tyler, the boy who unknowingly became the center of her world. Through moments of quiet connection, unshared secrets, and the bittersweet ache of unrequited love, she recounts the journey of falling for someone who was never truly hers. As Tyler's life unravels and he makes a decision to leave everything behind, the narrator is left to grapple with regret, longing, and the haunting question of what might have been if she had only spoken up.

This story explores the complexities of young love, the pain of letting go, and the unrelenting pull of "what if." A tale of missed chances and quiet heartbreak, it reminds us that sometimes, the hardest losses are of those who were never ours to lose.
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The Love I Never Told You

20 parts Ongoing

A girl has loved a boy since childhood. After ten years, they finally meet, and she begins to believe that her one-sided love can finally turn into something mutual. She tries everything to make him see her, hoping her love will be returned. She helps him in every way possible, thinking that this might be the moment when her feelings will be noticed. But despite her efforts, love remains unreturned. Will her silent love ever be noticed, or is it destined to remain one-sided forever? If you have ever loved someone, feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below. I'd love to hear your emotions and connect with you.

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