FALLEN PROMISE
of Eldoria. The streets, adorned with vibrant bougainvillea and weathered wooden structures, pai
dock, a sense of tranquility washed over her. Eldoria, with its coastal charm and
stories of the sea, greeted her with genuine smiles. The local market, a vibrant mosaic of colors and scents, invited
e. The old resort, now repurposed, stood as a sentinel overlooking the horizon. The sun dipped
nuine connections between its people, the harmony of nature, and the echoes of untold stor
rrent, an energy that transcended the ordinary. As nightfall descended, she stood
inies of those who called Eldoria home. The enchanting tides, carrying whispers of love and mys
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d you like it?" Martin's voice
rror, combing her long, mahogany-colored hair-somet
ur Mama, my love," were the word
tly smiled at Martin. Her father took
l. Although I haven't had the chance to explore yet, I f
oked at her intently. "I'm happy to he
toed and gave Martin a g
a were still alive, I'm sure she would be incredibly prou
eart. They were true. At the age of twenty-five
y went abroad to work in America. Her father's friend owned a five-star hotel where she gained valuab
s, and she was the reason Martin purchased this resort
with our wishes, Papa," she said, on
d with a smile, giving her a gentle ki
rror. Her reflection greeted her again, mirroring the image
rance. As Martin mentioned earlier, she inherited her mother's sun-kissed hai
when it came to love. It wasn't because no one was interested in her; rather, she cou
nt to their dreams. Carmela embarked on a new chapter, blending
e plans, especially now that she was about to get busier with the business. As she often reminded herself, she
lightly. It was a commitment, a significant aspect of life that required careful consideration. The bustling wo
n her resolve. A half-smile lingered on her lips, embodying both determination
l in matters of the heart. As the business flourished, Carmela vowed to be discerning in selecting a partner who would comp
r the lampshade atop the night table and switched it off. Subsequently, she surre
eavily on her, a testament to the day's demands. The journey from wakefulness to the tranquil depths of sleep
eze played a lullaby, gently coaxing her into a state of blissful repose. In the silence, her dreams awaited, ready to unfold in the canvas of the night.