After Five Years
I tried to convince myself that I was strong, that I could face him without recalling all the wounds that remained.
I decided not to let uncertainty take over. I touched my neck, ensuring the small necklace I always wore was there. It was a reminder that even though the past weighed heavily, I still had myself.
Sean.
After five years, I would sit across from him again. Not because there hadn’t been opportunities, but I had always refused. But his last message—so urgent—made it impossible for me to pretend not to care anymore.
[Aisha… please, meet me. Just this once. There’s something I need to say to you in person.]