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Unrequited Love

A Middle-Class Boy's Tale of Heartache and Hope in a World of Privilege

By SHAH TAJPublished 3 years ago 3 min read

In the heart of a bustling city, there lived a young lad, born into a middle-class family, where riches were scarce and struggles were plenty. Amidst the hardship and toil, he found solace in the sweet nectar of love, a feeling that bloomed within him like a tender rose.

But alas, fate was not kind, for the one he cherished, the one he adored, belonged to a different realm, a realm where love had no value, and status was everything. Her beauty was like a gem that sparkled in the sunlight, and her presence was like a fragrance that filled the air.

The young lad knew that he could never offer her the luxuries she deserved, nor could he match the grandeur of her social circle. And yet, his love for her burned brighter than any flame, for it was not a love of convenience or materialism, but a love that transcended all barriers and boundaries.

He spent his days working hard, hoping that someday he could provide for her, that someday he could be worthy of her. And in the moments of solitude, he would dream of a future where they could be together, a future where love was the only currency that mattered.

But time and again, reality would shatter his dreams, for the world was not kind to those who were not born into privilege. And so, he lived a life of unrequited love, a love that was pure and true, but one that could never be fulfilled.

And yet, in his heart, he knew that he would love her till his last breath, for in her eyes, he found a reflection of his own soul, a soul that longed for nothing but her love. And so, he lived each day, hoping that someday, destiny would smile upon him and grant him the love that he yearned for, the love that he deserved.

Years passed, and the young lad's love for her only grew stronger. He saw her from afar, admiring her beauty, her grace, and her poise. He watched her from a distance, hoping that someday, she would see him for who he was, and not for his social status.

One day, fate brought them together, and the young lad found himself face to face with the woman he had loved for so long. She looked at him with curious eyes, and he saw a glimmer of recognition in them. They struck up a conversation, and he found that they had a lot in common. She was kind and gentle, and he felt his heart racing with every word she spoke.

They met a few more times, and each time, the young lad felt his love for her growing stronger. But he knew that he could never reveal his feelings to her, for he was still just a middle-class lad, and she was the daughter of a wealthy businessman.

Months passed, and the young lad's love for her only deepened. He knew that he couldn't keep his feelings bottled up inside any longer, and so, he decided to confess his love to her.

He wrote her a letter, pouring out his heart, his soul, and his love for her. He told her how he had loved her from afar for years, how he had dreamt of a life with her, and how he longed to be with her.

Days turned into weeks, and there was no reply from her. The young lad waited anxiously, hoping against hope that she would accept his love. But fate had other plans.

One day, the young lad received a letter from her father, in which he forbade him from ever seeing his daughter again. He was told that he was not good enough for her, that he was nothing but a middle-class boy who could never provide for her.

The young lad was devastated. His dreams had been shattered, and his heart was broken. He knew that he could never be with her, that their love was a love that could never be fulfilled.

But he also knew that he would love her till his last breath, for in her eyes, he had found a reflection of his own soul, a soul that longed for nothing but her love. And so, he lived each day, hoping that someday, destiny would smile upon him and grant him the love that he yearned for, the love that he deserved.

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About the Creator

SHAH TAJ

Writer and wordsmith. Passionate about creating engaging and thought-provoking content. Skilled in crafting compelling narratives and delivering impactful messages. Published in various mediums. Let me tell your story.

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