Unbeknownst
She gazed at the endless velvety sky. Lonesomeness could be so arresting at times. The starless night enveloped her in her arms and began to sing a soft lullaby to ease the profound wound, one that time didn't look too intent on healing. There were many dimensions to 'love'. Love was not just about the blissful times ' singing, dancing, holding hands; it was about staying back even when you could perceive the bustle of the approaching storm inch closer. Love was about that empathy you have for someone, caring beyond what you do for yourself. Love was when it came from the deep confines of the heart. Love was when it was nothing but unconditional. Love was about never letting go. Love was about being there, and living up to those undefined promises that you make every time you say 'I love you.' And so she whispered an 'I love you' into the nothingness of the night. She prayed that somewhere out there, wherever he was, he would perhaps say it too. And that maybe one day their timings would synchronize and something miraculous would ensue. Maybe they'd get a wish, some shooting star, anything, and maybe her prayer would coincide, and maybe they'd get the chance to write it, all over again.
The soft murmurs of the overwhelming sea derailed his train of thoughts. Drifting apart from the realm of reality can bring momentarily respite, a respite where clogged thoughts drains out, canvassing the legitimate face of predicament. Sighing, he closed his eyes and rubbed his temples. A plethora of emotions crossed his mind, and at times like this, he wished he could numb his senses and feel the hollowness of his life. Bowing down in defeat, he opened his eyes. Dusting his hands, he stood up and walked forth. The sounds of withdrawing companionship masked the sounds of his troubles. Kicking a stone, he moved towards his car. The distant and the forlorn look in his hazel eyes matched the picturesque of the surroundings. He abruptly opened the door of his car and hurriedly sat inside. On failing to curb the sudden urge of checking his cell, he took it out from his back pocket. Suddenly realising his mistake, he threw his cell on the dashboard. Frustrated, he loosened his tie and shifted his chair backward taking two deep breaths. Love was way beyond what could be categorized as right or labelled as wrong. It was about that one connection, the abstract bit that it was. It could not be defined by reason; it was a complicated epitome of assorted emotions. Keeping himself distracted wouldn't change the gravity of truth. Those hidden sorrows, entrapped behind those half-hearted smiles would irk him, and sleep by him and transform into colossal hollowness as the burst of brilliant sunshine would invite in the following daybreak Unable to resist, he caught hold of his cell and stared at the emerald eyes staring back at him. The myriad colors of gleam, glow, elation and love resonated from the picture, causing him to smile invariably. A smile so infectious, which was a part of his life until today made him realise what he has lost. The murkiness of sorrow triumphed over the vibrant colors of happiness. The loneliness enveloped it all, and heavy with its weight, a tear drop rolled down his cheeks. "I Love You", the words silently trailed from his mouth. Nothing but irrevocable truth . He couldn't possibly let go of something which was a part of him and his life for 2 years now. He has always been a go getter and he would win her again, even if that cost him a lifetime. Silently praying for his love, with a new determination he took hold of the steering wheel, driving himself into the horizon where the 2 parallel worlds meet while a shooting star crossed at the background, silently ensuing upon his wish.
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