Scars Of A Broken Bond

In all their years of friendship, Sabrina had never seen Bettie shed tears so profoundly.

Through her tears, Bettie whispered, “Why did he return? After Leaving so decisively, why come back?”

Sabrina remained silent, letting her speak.

It was clear that running into Lance tonight had resurrected painful memories from years past.

For the three years Sabrina had known Bettie, Lance’s name had never crossed their conversations, as if he was a stranger.

Bettie had always been the embodiment of joy, energy, and optimism every time they met over the past few years.

but Bettie chose to lock hers away, presenting a brave

might have stayed concealed, lost in the recesses of her heart, if

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hurt was so deep that love

start… I wished for him to stay, but he

quiver with pain was gut-wrenching for

upset before,

years ago, Bettie was

I convinced them to let me remain. But then, out of nowhere, he chose to leave, leaving no room for discussion. And even if he returned, why now? Why did you happen to appear

words becoming softer and more indistinct, making it difficult for