The Winter I Left You Behind

Ten years of dating, and then, a breakup. ‘That winter, our time stopped right there.’ Even while loving each other, we were incomplete, A relationship that always wavered precariously. Standing on a precipice where the slightest tilt would lead to collapse, We clung to one another. Why have we crossed paths once again? “If I say... that everything is okay, will you come back to me?” “……!” “Whether you’re married, whether you have a child. If I say I’ll accept it all. If I say it’s not a problem. Then, will you come?” Familiarity was a poison, and longing remained valid. “I don’t mind.” “…….” “As long as you allow it. I am more than ready to crumble before you.” Can we, once ag...