Those In Eternal Slumber (1)

She suddenly went absent-minded.

As she blinked and tried to force the lukewarm feeling in her eyes back, she lifted her head and gazed outside at the blue sky once again. The card in her hand gradually fell into the dustbin.

She took a deep breath while she rested an arm on the chilly window pane before her. Then, she returned to her usual composure after a while.

She was not feeling sad. Instead, she was relieved.

After putting in so much effort, she just wanted a word of recognition. Whether it was worth it or not, putting an end to it could lead to a new beginning.

She told herself that all the unhappiness in the past were just stepping stones. No matter what, her own happiness would come one day.

Suddenly, she turned her head around and looked at the blooming yellow roses on her table. A rare smile appeared on her face.

If only everything could just end here. Unfortunately, one could not win against fate…

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