Fiction logo

Deep and Romantic wishes.

You are my forever valentine.

By Emmanuel che ndePublished 11 months ago 3 min read
Deep and Romantic wishes.
Photo by freestocks on Unsplash

Forever, My Valentine

The first time Ethan saw her, he felt something shift inside him. It wasn’t just admiration or attraction—it was something deeper, something his heart recognized before his mind could process it. Her name was Claire, and from that moment on, she became the most beautiful part of his world.

They met on a rainy February evening, just a few days before Valentine’s Day. Claire had been struggling to keep her umbrella steady in the wind when it flipped inside out. Ethan, passing by, caught it mid-air and handed it back with a smile. Their hands brushed for the briefest second, yet it sent a current through both of them. Claire laughed softly, tucking her hair behind her ear, and for Ethan, that was it—he was lost in her.

Their love grew like a beautiful melody, slow yet undeniable. They spent nights talking under the stars, sharing their dreams, fears, and the little things that made life worth living. Ethan found in Claire a home he never knew he needed. She wasn’t just someone he loved—she was the rhythm his heart danced to, the dream he never wanted to wake up from.

On their first Valentine’s Day together, Ethan wrote Claire a letter instead of buying a card. In it, he poured out everything his heart held:

“You are not just my Valentine today; you are my Valentine forever. Every moment with you is a blessing, every glance a promise of a love that will never fade. I may not have the perfect words to describe what you mean to me, but if you listen closely, you’ll hear it in the way my heart beats only for you.”

Claire held that letter close to her chest, tears glistening in her eyes. No one had ever loved her like this before—with such depth, sincerity, and devotion. She whispered back, “Forever, my love.”

Years passed, and their love only grew stronger. They built a life together, creating memories that made every challenge worthwhile. They traveled to places they once dreamed of, walked on beaches under golden sunsets, and danced in the kitchen when no music played. Their love was a collection of tiny, beautiful moments that made life extraordinary.

But fate, as unpredictable as ever, had a cruel twist waiting for them.

One autumn morning, Claire was diagnosed with a rare heart condition. The news shattered Ethan, but he refused to break in front of her. He held her hand through every doctor’s appointment, every sleepless night, and every tear-filled moment. “You are my heart, Claire,” he whispered once, pressing his forehead against hers. “And hearts don’t stop beating just because they’re hurting.”

Despite the battles they faced, Ethan never let Claire feel alone. He continued writing her letters, each one a promise of love, hope, and unwavering commitment. Even as her health declined, Claire smiled through the pain, knowing she had a love most people only dream of.

On their last Valentine’s Day together, Ethan held her close, feeling the fragility of time slipping away. Claire, weak but full of love, whispered, “Read me one last letter.”

With a breaking voice, Ethan unfolded a piece of paper, his hands trembling:

“My love, if love had a form, it would be the way you’ve filled every corner of my heart. If love had a sound, it would be the way you say my name. And if love had a forever, it would be us. No matter where life takes us next, know that my heart will always find its way back to you.”

A tear rolled down Claire’s cheek as she smiled. “Forever, my Valentine.”

As she closed her eyes, Ethan kissed her forehead, knowing their love story would never truly end. It was written in the stars, in every heartbeat, and in every whispered promise.

Because love—real love—never fades. It just finds new ways to exist, even beyond time.

Years later, on Valentine’s Day, Ethan sat by the ocean, holding a letter in his hands. He read it aloud to the waves, believing Claire could hear him. And as the wind carried his words away, he felt her presence—soft, warm, eternal.

AdventurefamilyFantasyHistoricalHorrorLoveMysteryShort StoryClassical

About the Creator

Reader insights

Be the first to share your insights about this piece.

How does it work?

Add your insights

Comments

There are no comments for this story

Be the first to respond and start the conversation.

Sign in to comment

    Find us on social media

    Miscellaneous links

    • Explore
    • Contact
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms of Use
    • Support

    © 2026 Creatd, Inc. All Rights Reserved.