Goodbye, My Love

Usually, Aldo would be fast asleep at this late hour. But he was awake, seated in the host’s chair, clutching his cane, and staring into the void.

Rowan, still in his military uniform, was seated on a side chair, two seats away from Aldo, his head bowed.

Wesley, known for his Lightheartedness, was slumped in his chair, his usually cheerful face clouded with thought.

A sense of unease gripped Loraine’s heart. It was a rare sight, seeing all of them together, ever since she had left to marry Marco.

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As Aldo Lifted his gaze and spotted Loraine, a grin stretched across his face. With effort, he raised a hand in a wave, still grinning. He called out, “Lorrie, come over here. We rarely get the chance to meet.”

of fresh air, stirring life into the previously stagnant atmosphere, and the three formerly quiet men all had twinkles of delight

their eyes Landed on her, it

her throat, and Loraine nestled against Aldo’s knees,

earlier, our family would have had the chance to be whole… I was away for three years. My absence caused pain to

the last three years

sleepless nights. But, Marco, far from providing comfort, had only caused her

girl, no need for apologies. Ever since your parents passed away, you’ve been our most cherished

the topic arose, the three men, each of a different age, appeared somber. Aldo let out a

been burdened for over a decade, but you, Rowan, and Wesley,

two sons. Rowan and Wesley averted their gazes, trying to

It’s been over a decade. Even if it’s difficult to believe, you must accept reality. The dead are gone, and the living should not carry the weight of

clutching the hem of her