He stared out the window lost in thoughts. Dinner was all set on the table, as usual. By this time usually she calls out, “Is dinner ready, Dave?” He knew that today there won’t be any such voice finding way to his ears. He knew that the dinner table was waiting for her, in vain.

But he had to do it. If he didn’t then it means he is admitting to himself that she is gone. Setting up dinner for her was his desperate attempt to hold on to the last of memories. He knows, she is not coming back.
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Sad post, though I can see how realistic this can be! That means or translates to: brilliant post! π β€
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Awww, I feel so badly for the guy. We can feel his despair and desperation, not wanting to give up hope even though he knows deep down she won’t be coming back. Nicely done.
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It is sad to be alone and wait forever. Thank you, glad you liked it. π
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It’s so hard to let go of someone who is gone to never come back… The pain fades but never leaves.. Nicely written
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True, Nibha, the pain never leaves. Thank you for stopping by. π
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Nice one!
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Thanks. π
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Sometimes clinging, even if futile, is only way to keep going π Beautiful Vinitha
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Thank you, shashank. Glad you liked it! π
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Truth is hard to accept…. Great work Vinitha π
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Thank you, dear. π
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It is indeed hard to accept the painful reality. Nice work on the prompt π
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Thank you. π
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Good one Vinitha!
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Thanks, Vidya. π
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