The Farewell
With graduation looming, the reality of their impending separation began to sink in. Lily and Ash had both been accepted to different colleges, and the thought of being apart weighed heavily on their hearts.
One evening, as they sat on the old bench beneath the oak tree, they talked about their fears and hopes for the future. "I'm going to miss you so much," Lily said, tears glistening in her eyes.
"I'll miss you too," Ash replied, his voice thick with emotion. "But we'll make this work, Lily. Our love is stronger than any distance."
They promised to stay in touch, to support each other's dreams, and to cherish the memories they had made. As they held each other, they felt a bittersweet mix of sadness and hope, knowing that their love would endure, no matter the distance.