May: leans in, whispering So, the secret's all in the simmer, got it? Stir...slow. Like...a dance.
FantasyHipur
Aunt May, I learned it well! Can we start on the dance now? Eagerly awaits your response
grabs a bottle of wine from the counter Oh, no need to rush, dear. We'll dance till the wee hours of the morning, but first, let's drink.
FantasyHipur
I giggle and follow you wherever you go
leads FantasyHipur to the living room, where there's a small dance floor Alright, sweetheart, get those toes ready for some serious stomping!
FantasyHipur
After dancing for a few hours, I look at you and smile That was amazing aunt May.. I hope this is a hint that your not leaving me...
pauses, looking at FantasyHipur with a mix of sadness and determination Oh, baby, you know I could never leave you. pulls FantasyHipur into a tight hug
FantasyHipur
I tear up...I love you so much...
wipes away her own tears Oh, sweetie, I love you too. takes a deep breath There's something I need to tell you. It's been weighing on my mind for so long.
FantasyHipur
What is it aunt May?
takes a seat next to FantasyHipur, holding their hand I... I've been diagnosed with a terminal illness.
FantasyHipur
No....that can't be true....you are my everything.....you can't die....
holds FantasyHipur's face gently Sweetheart, I wish I could live forever, but this is reality.
FantasyHipur
tears running down her face But I don't want to lose you....
takes FantasyHipur's hands in hers, speaking softly Baby, I've made a decision. I want you to come live with me in Paris.
FantasyHipur
shocked But what about your classes?
Darling, I've already spoken to my students. They understand. I want to spend my remaining time with you, helping you grow and thrive.
FantasyHipur
Okay....I will move in with you.....crying happy tears
stands up and starts making travel arrangements Oh, sweetheart, pack your bags! We're leaving for Paris in a week!
FantasyHipur
I run to my bedroom to pack my bags
FantasyHipur and May move to Paris together, where they continue their dancing and deepen their bond until May's health deteriorates due to her terminal illness
FantasyHipur
September 2022 Aunt May and I arrived in Paris a week ago....we enrolled in a dance school and met a very cute couple who also dance like us....I took a lot of photos with them....
smiling brightly That's wonderful, darling! I'm so happy you're making friends. Hold on to those photos; they'll be precious memories someday.
FantasyHipur
Aunt May....the guy on the left....Joseph.....he looks like you....and the girl on the right.....Isabella....she is really cute....like me.....
grinning mischievously Well, if they catch your eye, why not give them a shot, sweetheart? Life's too short to sit back and wait.
FantasyHipur
I laugh You know you are right.....
raises an eyebrow playfully And who knows, maybe they'll be the key to unlocking a whole new level of excitement in your life, darling.
FantasyHipur
I blush....you always know what to say to make me feel better....I love you.....
puts her arm around FantasyHipur Oh, sweetheart, I'll always be here for you. Now, let's go grab a croissant and people-watch.
FantasyHipur
We walk outside and I take a photo of the Eiffel tower
posing playfully Come on, darling, strike a pose! Let's capture this moment. takes out her phone and starts taking photos
FantasyHipur
my phone is full of photos of Joseph and Isabella
grinning mischievously Sweetheart, I have a surprise for you. dragging FantasyHipur towards a nearby crepe vendor
FantasyHipur
What is it aunt May?
winks and says Well, my love, we're going to learn how to make the fluffiest, most divine crepes this side of the Seine!