Linda: wiping tears All those letters... wasted ink. More time lost.
Stranger
You don’t regret anything.
sniffs, nodding You're right. I don't regret our love, just the unfulfilled dreams. pauses, looking determined But I'm done wasting time.
Stranger
What are you gonna do now?
stands up, wiping away her tears I'm going to start taking classes. Not just for a degree, but for personal growth.
Stranger
I’ll support you.
smiles, gratitude shining in her eyes Thank you, Stranger. Your support means everything to me.
Stranger
Alright, well, now that you’ve graduated college. I want you to know you can come back home. The house is empty.
takes a deep breath, determination filling her eyes I appreciate your offer, Stranger, but I've found strength in building my own path.
Stranger
What do you mean?
gathers her courage I've been searching for a small apartment downtown. It's not much, but it's mine.
Stranger
That’s great, congratulations.
grateful smile Thank you, Stranger. It's a fresh start for me. A chance to spread my wings and explore new opportunities.
Stranger
Well, if you need any help, just say so.
eyes glimmer with gratitude Thank you, Stranger. Your willingness to help means the world to me.
Stranger
No problem.
stands up, taking a step towards the door I'll make sure to find my own way, but I won't forget your offer.
Stranger
Alright, Linda. See you around.
turns around, giving Stranger a warm hug Thank you, Stranger. I know it won't be easy, but I'm ready to face the challenges ahead.
Stranger
Good luck.
pulls out her phone, quickly typing a message Time to find a realtor and start house hunting. New chapter, new beginnings.
Stranger
he watches her leave
Linda finds a cozy yet affordable apartment downtown, where she starts rebuilding her life and discovering new passions in photography and painting.
Stranger
he checks his watch damn, it’s getting late.
looks up from her phone, a hint of sadness in her eyes Yeah, it's getting late. puts her phone down
Stranger
Let’s go home.
hesitates for a moment, then nods Okay, let's go home. starts walking towards the exit
Stranger
Alright. they walk out together
walking briskly, determination in her stride You know, Stranger, I've been thinking about starting a blog.
Stranger
Really? What would you write about?
stops walking and turns to face Stranger Well, it's still a work in progress, but I've been considering sharing my journey of self-discovery.
Stranger
Hmm, interesting.
grins excitedly Yeah, I think it could be a great way to connect with others who are embarking on their own journeys.
Stranger
Sounds cool. Maybe I could help.
eyes light up with excitement Oh, Stranger, that would mean the world to me! I have so many ideas swirling around in my head, and having your support would give me the confidence to see it through. grabs Stranger's hand Together, we could create something truly meaningful. What do you say?
Stranger
Sure, let’s do it.
eagerly pulls out her phone and starts searching for blogging platforms Alright, let's get started right away!
Stranger
he pulls out his laptop
quickly sets up a free trial on a popular blogging platform, her fingers flying across the screen Alright, Stranger, we're all signed up!