Category: Becoming Strangers Again by Abebe

JAKE Even after spending an entire year here, my feelings of animosity and deep-seated hatred toward Ryan and Lily have not changed in the slightest. I acknowledge that I had my own imperfections and shortcomings, but despite that, I truly and deeply loved her. All I ever wanted was for her to reciprocate those feelings … Read More “Becoming strangers again (Lily and Ryan) –
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LILY Finally, the weekend had arrived, and I was incredibly relieved and eager to head to New York to join Ryan. The thought of him grieving all alone had been weighing on me. I hated that he had to endure such a difficult time by himself. Noah suddenly looked up from his sketchbook, which had … Read More “Becoming strangers again (Lily and Ryan) –
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LILY I awoke to the sight of several missed calls from Ryan on my phone. I must have been far more exhausted than I realized for me to sleep so soundly and not hear my phone ringing. Stifling a yawn, I glanced over at the clock on my nightstand. My eyes widened in disbelief when … Read More “Becoming strangers again (Lily and Ryan) –
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LILY The following morning, Ryan left for New York once again, leaving me behind because the boys needed to attend school the next day. We made a plan, though, that I would travel down with them over the weekend. As I pulled up to the hospital, my emotions hit rock bottom. Richard, despite his imperfections, … Read More “Becoming strangers again (Lily and Ryan) –
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RYAN After landing in Canada, I couldn’t wait to see my wife and kids. It had been a month since I last saw them, and I missed them dearly. On my way home, I made a quick stop at a florist shop to pick up some flowers for Lily, and I also grabbed some chocolates … Read More “Becoming strangers again (Lily and Ryan) –
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NEW BEGINNING LILY ONE YEAR LATER Ryan and I have been married for a year now, and I must say, it has been the most wonderful, joy-filled year of my life. Everything between us has gone incredibly smoothly. His parents have been nothing short of amazing, offering their support to us in every possible way. … Read More “Becoming strangers again (Lily and Ryan) –
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Chapter 139 RYAN Standing at the altar, I felt a blend of nervousness and excitement coursing through my veins. The church was beautifully decorated with white flowers and twinkling lights, creating an ethereal atmosphere. Friends and family filled the pews, their faces alight with joy. But my focus was on the entrance at the back, … Read More “Becoming strangers again (Lily and Ryan) –
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Chapter 138 LILY Returning to Canada felt like stepping back into a familiar but slightly altered world. The past months had been crazy, but with Veronica and her son fired for embezzlement of hospital funds, a new chapter was beginning, both for the hospital and for me. As I entered the hospital, the smell of … Read More “Becoming strangers again (Lily and Ryan) –
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Chapter 137 RYAN The courtroom buzzed with tension as Waper, flanked by his lawyer, stood before the judge. The weight of his crimes hung heavy in the air, casting a somber mood over the proceedings. Waper, the judge’s voice boomed, commanding attention. You stand before this court accused of grave offenses-murder, money laundering, and tax … Read More “Becoming strangers again (Lily and Ryan) –
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Chapter 136 The courtroom was alive with anticipation as Waper’s trial unfolded. People filled the gallery, their whispers blending with the shuffling of papers and the occasional cough. Waper sat at the defendant’s table, flanked by his legal team, his expression unreadable as he braced himself for the accusations about to be thrown his way. … Read More “Becoming strangers again (Lily and Ryan) –
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