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Love is in the Air

In the Whispers of Romance

By Nagarathinam BPublished 2 years ago 5 min read

Amelia got off the plane, her heart beat with excitement and nervousness. She flew across the country to surprise her boyfriend Ethan for his birthday. The airport is swarming with travelers, but all she can think about is the moment Ethan's face lights up.

Their relationship develop through countless late-night conversations, sweet whispers and dreams of a future together. But the distance was their constant companion and caused a pain that only time together could heal. The birthday surprise was his way of distancing himself and making every moment count.

Butterflies danced in his stomach as he walked through the airport terminal. Ethan felt that she couldn't come this year due to work reasons, and he couldn't wait to see the look on her face when she appeared in front of him. He prepared everything with his best friend Jake, who knew the secret and was ready to capture the moment.

After a quick call to Jake, he arranged to meet him at a cozy bar near Ethan's apartment. The plan was implemented and the anticipation grew with each milestone reached. As she entered the quaint café, the smell of coffee filled the air as her eyes scanned the room for Jake.

The doorbell rang and Jake greeted me from the corner table, his eyes sparkling with mischief. As they talked, Amelia was grateful for his help in planning this surprise. He sipped his coffee, occasionally stealing glances at the entrance as he waited for the love of his life to walk through the door.

Meanwhile, across town, Ethan was engrossed in his work. Little did he know that the love he dreamed of was just minutes away. His phone vibrated with a message from Amelia, a simple "I miss you" accompanied by a heart emoji. He smiled, his heart warming at the thought of her, not realizing he was only a moment away.

As time went on, Amelia's enthusiasm reached new heights. He paid the bill and thanked Jake for his role in the plan. With a deep breath, she left the bar and walked to Ethan's apartment, her heart pounding with every step. The city lights around her twinkled like stars, reflecting the growing excitement within her.

Ethan is absorbed in his work and decides to take a break. He walked to the window and looked out at the city below. There was a certain magic to that night and he couldn't stop thinking about Amelia. She wanted to be there and share the view with him, not knowing that her wish would soon come true. As Amelia approached Ethan's building, she felt a mix of nervousness and impatience. She texted Jake confirming she was on the way and he assured her he had everything under control. The plan was for her to wait in the hallway until Jake waved her over, which would give her the perfect surprise.

Ethan's phone rang in the apartment. It was Jake who urged him to get a coffee and get some fresh air. Ethan hesitated but finally agreed, unaware that the production was taking place behind the scenes. Little did he know that fate would lead him to the most magical encounter.

As Ethan left his apartment building, he felt a sudden breeze that brought with it a hint of something familiar. He looked around, his heart pounding, as if he sensed the presence of someone special. Unbeknownst to her, Amelia found herself in the foyer, facing the entrance, waiting for the moment when their worlds would collide.

Ethan entered the cafe Amelia had just gone to, the smell of coffee and the memory of their news in the air. He ordered a coffee and sat down at the same corner table where Jake and Amelia had previously sat. As he sipped his drink, he couldn't help but think that something unusual was about to happen.In the room, Jake signaled to Amelia that the stage was set. He took a deep breath and walked to the elevator, his heart pounding. Each plan brought her closer to the moment she had dreamed of. The elevator doors opened, revealing a hallway that led to Ethan's apartment.

As Amelia approached Ethan's door, she heard the faint sounds of a piano coming from inside. She smiled and recognized the melody as her song. It seemed like a serenade created especially for him, emphasizing the romance of the moment. He looked at himself in the reflection in the hallway one last time and knocked on the door.

Ethan, lost in the music, was startled by the beating. He opened the door, expecting to see a neighbor or perhaps a delivery man. To his disbelief, Amelia was there, a vision full of love and surprise.

“Happy birthday,” he whispered, his eyes shining with joy.

Ethan's jaw dropped and for a moment it felt like time had stopped. Then a wave of emotions came over him and he hugged Amelia. Piano music continued to play in the background, providing the soundtrack to their reunion.

"I can't believe you're here," Ethan shouted as his eyes filled with tears of joy.

Amelia smiles, her heart full of love. “I wanted this birthday to be unforgettable.”

And it was unforgettable. The night was full of laughter, tears and love that could only be enhanced by distance. They danced to her song in the dimly lit living room, while outside the city lights sparkled like a thousand witnesses to their love story.

As the hours passed, they told stories, dreams, and whispered promises for the future. The miles that once separated them now seemed insignificant in the vast tapestry of their love. In the city that formed the backdrop to their separate lives, their worlds now merged.

Night fell, and as the first rays of sunlight lit up the sky, Ethan and Amelia stood on the balcony holding hands. The air was full of magic, as if the universe itself was conspiring to bring them together.

"Love really is in the air," Ethan whispered as he pressed a gentle kiss to Amelia's forehead. She looked up at him, her eyes reflecting the dawn and the promise of a new beginning. – And it will always be like this.

As they embraced, the world moved on beneath them, unaware of the love story that had unfolded in the quiet hours of the night. Ethan and Amelia were together, grateful for the opportunity that had brought them to this moment - the moment when love had transcended distance and the air itself had become a witness to their eternity.

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  • Alex H Mittelman 2 years ago

    Great work! Well written!

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