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The Unseen Horizon

The Unseen Horizon: A Love Beyond Boundaries

By Young DreamerPublished about a year ago 5 min read



There was a lass named Lily who hailed from the sobering township of rolling slopes and lush meadows. Her kindness was how she had become a recognizable fixture — along with her brilliant smile that could light up the darkest room of any building it might find itself nestled upon. During the day, you could find her at the pound or even down at city hall working with volunteers. And she had few pleasures greater than becoming lost in a novel in the sunny reading nook of that little town library, where the scent of age-worn pages was as warm and familiar to her as an embrace.

The turning point in Lily's life happened during a cool and breezy afternoon of fall leaves. In the library, reading a novel She was so engrossed that she did not perceive until later-on somebody speaking to her in soft melodic voice. As she did, she saw a young man in a wheelchair trying to get down from an upper shelf. His name is Daniel and his smile as shy but it had a gentle warmth like Lily.

"Need a hand?" Lily said with all the kindness she gave to everyone.

He glanced upward, his eyes going wide in shock. "i, ~sirvalue~: would truly appreciate it however to produce such a count if you might.

Lily received the book and passed it over with a soft smile. "Not at all. I’m Lily, by the way."

“Daniel,” he said, his voice thick with relief. "Thanks for the help."

After that, their paths crossed more frequently. Lily started to spend a lot of time in the library, and soon she would cross path with Daniel so frequently that their conversations had been integrated into part her usual day. They talked about everything from the classics they read in Lit Hum to their favorite movies, and Lily was entranced by Daniel's quirky perspective on life. However, Daniel had a resilient spirit and generally his demeanor was very positive about life.

Time flew by and weeks turned in to months, Lily knew that Daniel was her soul mate. They spent afternoons in parks; Daniel regaled her with tales of his journeys and aspirations. He could not walk but the stories he told took you to faraway lands where life was filled with adventure. She was fascinated by his strength and that he never allowed it to be a weakness for him.

It was a cold winter weekend, with snowflakes gently falling and covering the town in white when Daniel asked Lily over for some Christmas supper at his place. Although his family was warm and inviting of which Lily felt at ease. As the night went on, Lily watched how Daniel's parents and his siblings treated him. They were encouraging and nurturing, showing Daniel that he was important.

The night passed, and with it the guests who attended were gradually making their way home; Lily and Daniel sat by the fireplace like a stone dropped into watery waves, warm in contrast to cold shivering around oneness. Daniel's usually bright and expressive eyes looked almost soft, a bit more vulnerable. Notices he looked lily for a while with affection and doubt.

Standing On The Edge — Original Artwork by the author Miguel San© 2018— Available for sale "Lily, I need to tell you something," he said in a barely audible voice. I am going through something that I have not experienced for a long time and there is no suitable way to describe it.

Lily’s heart raced. "You can tell me anything."

Daniel's gaze was not halting; it remained steady even if the nerves were whistle blowing in his voice, "I think I am falling for you." You have taught me so much and brought out the parts of myself I never knew existed until now, making me realize how i want to be able up strive more and feel sensational moments. All I know is that my wonky brain function might make stuff hard for you, and shit — it scares the hell out of me.

Lily took his hand, and he felt the warmth in her touch that soothed him. “Daniel, I love you despite the condition. It is your own strength and the way you live, that I admire. So I just love you for who you are not what can or cannot do.

Daniel burst into tears, and he softly held her hand. That means the world to me.

And they say the rest is history. Lily and Daniel fought their battles side by side with a shared hopefulness for the future. She also supported Daniel, who had dreams of becoming a motivational speaker — she would help him with his speeches and be there every step as he pursued this dream. And Daniel, in his own way--with an energy and a brightness that could never be dimmed no matter how much her brought his best friend pain provided Lily with inspiration as well; teaching her to value love and hope above all else; for they would carry them through the shadows of even despair.

The Proposal On a beautiful spring morning when all new flowers had just begun to blossom, Daniel proposed Lily in that very library where they had first met. He had made a nest of their favorite books in the nook, and when Lily stepped inside she found her way through dozens of rose petals leading to Daniel standing with an elegant little box.

“Lily,” he said with emotion in his voice, “you’ve been my rock and best joy. Will you marry me?"

Lily nodded through teary eyes that sparkled with joy. "Yes, Daniel. A thousand times, yes."

Their wedding was a fine tribute to love and oneness. It was an intimate affair with their friends and family present to bear witness of the vows made between these two beautiful people, who filled the ceremony full of laughter, tears & hugely important -heartfelt moments. Lily and Daniel made their vows elegantly adorning with flowers Daniels wheelchair as Lily's dress flowed beautifully through they are promised to stand by each others side from here forward, in all the ups and downs of life.

This pair became an inspiration for others when they started their life together, No Such Element Exception They went to schools and different communities, going their on message of love determination hope. They had their troubles along the way, just like everyone (and I suspect they were extraordinary only in how matter-of-factly and implacably they faced each hardship) but enduring respect for one another is what brought them together.

Ultimately, their love story was one of the human spirit and a connection which defied reality. They verified that love is the way we can not, but together We have to kind and create one another.

And so Lily and Daniel went on to live the remainder of their lives feeling happier than they had ever even imagined, secure in the knowledge that not only did love transform them- it touched everyone else. A moment whereby they realised the real happiness was in this — moments shared, support given and so many endless prospects when love is there standing besides us.

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About the Creator

Young Dreamer

I'm Ajay, a passionate storyteller with a vivid imagination and a keen eye for design. As a dreamer, I find inspiration in the world around me, weaving stories that resonate with emotion and creativity.

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  • Latasha karenabout a year ago

    OMG, I so much enjoyed it and yes , I literally learnt stuff . Fantastic content , I subscribed to you and you can check out my articles and reciprocate also . Looking forward to more of ya stuff

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