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An Unlikely Destiny

A Destiny Worth Meeting

By Brian FurphyPublished 3 years ago 3 min read
Artwork By Brian Furphy

Not that long ago and not very far away, there was a young woman named Samantha. She had always been fascinated by tropical islands and had saved up for years to finally take a trip to one for herself. She was determined to make the most of her time on the island, and spent her days exploring the lush rainforest and swimming in the crystal clear waters.

One day, while hiking through the jungle, she came across a strange sight. A man, dressed in a suit and tie, was struggling to climb up a steep hill. He was clearly out of his element and was covered in sweat and dirt. Samantha couldn't help but stare in confusion as she approached him.

The man, whose name was Michael, was a successful businessman from New York City. He had come to the island for a corporate retreat, but had gotten lost while on a hike. He was relieved when Samantha appeared, as he had been wandering for hours and was beginning to lose hope of ever finding his way back.

Samantha and Michael couldn't have been more different. She was a free-spirited adventurer, while he was a corporate ladder-climber. But as they spent more time together, they began to realize that they had more in common than they had initially thought. They both had a love of nature and a desire to experience new things.

As they explored the island together, they found themselves laughing and talking like old friends. They swam in the crystal-clear waters, hiked to the top of a volcano and even danced under the stars to the rhythm of the island's drums. They discovered that the island had a way of bringing people together and showing them that there was more to life than what they had known.

Samantha and Michael returned home from their trip to the tropical island with a newfound appreciation for the beauty of the world and each other. They stayed in touch and even took another trip together, this time to a remote village in the Himalayas. They realized that their unlikely friendship had opened their minds and hearts to new experiences and perspectives.

Samantha and Michael were both excited for their second trip together. The first one gave them both a new perspective of the world and of themselves. Now, they were going on a new adventure.

The flight was long, but once they arrived, they were greeted by the most beautiful landscapes they had ever seen. The village was nestled in a valley surrounded by snow-capped peaks, and the air was crisp and clean. They were welcomed by the locals, who were friendly and hospitable.

Samantha and Michael spent their first day exploring the village and getting to know the people. They learned about the local culture and way of life, which was very different from what they were used to. They were fascinated by the traditional customs and practices and were eager to learn more.

The next day, they set out to explore the surrounding area. They hiked through the mountains, taking in the stunning views of the snow-capped peaks and the lush green valleys below. They stopped to rest at a small tea house and met a local guide who offered to take them on a tour of the area.

The guide led them on a trek through the mountains, showing them ancient temples and hidden waterfalls. They climbed to the top of a peak and were rewarded with a breathtaking view of the entire valley. As they looked out at the landscape, they both felt a sense of peace and contentment that they had never felt before.

As the days passed, Samantha and Michael grew closer and closer. They shared their hopes and dreams and discovered that they had a deep connection. They realized that their friendship had grown into something more and that they were falling in love.

On their last day in the village, they sat by a campfire and looked up at the stars. They talked about their future together and knew that they wanted to spend the rest of their lives exploring the world and discovering new perspectives.

As they looked back on their times on the tropical island and this latest trip to the Himalayas, they knew that they would always treasure the memories they had made and the couple they had become because of their first memories together. They knew that their unlikely meeting on that tropical island had been destiny and since their last trip, they now know their relationship will last the rest of their lives.

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  • Test3 years ago

    Love this perspective and story of friends turned lovers!

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