The Longest Night

In a cozy village nestled near the mountains, lived Arul and Meera. They were inseparable and shared a deep, loving bond. One summer, Arul had to travel to a distant town for a few days to help his father with their family business. As he prepared to leave, Meera felt a heavy ache in her heart. Once Arul was gone, the nights became her greatest challenge. To Meera, the nights felt endless and strangely heavy. She realized that even when Arul teased her or had small disagreements with her, those moments were precious. Now, in the silence of the night, the loneliness felt much harsher than any small argument they ever had. She would sit by the window, watching the moon, thinking, 'The silence of these long nights is more unkind than any playful teasing from my dear Arul.' Finally, when Arul returned, the darkness no longer felt heavy; it felt like a peaceful wait for the dawn of his return.