In the world of emotions, there is no right or wrong. As long as you have loved, that’s all that matters. When someone you loved leaves, don’t feel heartbroken or blame them for being cruel—it’s simply because they no longer love you. So, what are some touching and sad love stories?
1. The Boy Who Waited to Hear “Goodbye”
Back then, the girl and the boy were in the season of love. Every time they talked on the phone, they would chat endlessly. The call always ended with the girl reluctantly saying “goodbye” before hanging up. The boy would then quietly savor the lingering warmth and the faint melancholy of separation in the air.
Later, they broke up. The girl quickly found a new boyfriend—handsome and outgoing. At first, she felt satisfied and proud, but over time, she started to feel that something was missing. This unease left her with a faint sense of loss. She couldn’t figure out what it was. Every time she ended a call with her new boyfriend, she felt her “goodbye” was cut short by a sharp “click” as he hung up abruptly. The sound felt harsh, freezing the air and scraping against her heart. She felt as though her new boyfriend was like a kite with a broken string, and her helpless hands could never hold onto the unattainable line.
One day, they had a big argument. Her boyfriend impatiently turned and walked away. The girl didn’t cry; instead, she felt a sense of relief.
One day, she thought of the boy who used to patiently wait to hear her say “goodbye.” A wave of warmth and gratitude welled up in her heart, and she picked up the phone. His voice was still simple and calm, just as before. She found herself speechless, and in a rush, she only managed to say, “Goodbye.”
2. Five Years of Waiting
“I’m leaving!” he said.
“If you leave, don’t come back! I won’t wait for you!” she shouted through her tears, her voice trembling, but he didn’t turn around.
Five years later, he returned, but there was no news of her. Assuming she had married someone else, he dialed her old number from five years ago, thinking she must have changed it by now. But unexpectedly, her voice answered.
“Hello…” she said. He froze.
“Hello?” she repeated softly, as if she recognized him. Then she added, “I tripped on the stones where you left me and rested for five years. I’ve been waiting for you to help me up.”
3. A Silent Love
She became deaf and mute due to a medical accident. She withdrew from the world, consumed by despair.
During her darkest moments, he appeared in her life. He was also deaf and mute, but he radiated optimism. He gave her hope and pulled her out of her shell. They fell in love and got married.
Years later, her condition worsened, and she passed away. Holding her photo, he spoke for the first time:
“My love, how could you bear to leave me…”
These short stories are filled with heartache and emotion. They remind us to cherish love, as every sincere connection is precious, even if it doesn’t last forever.