It's tough when our past lovers turn into our worst nightmares. Everything we shared, the moments we lived through together, can turn into a nightmare for that person. We might start disliking ourselves for what they've gone through because of us. Our memories, while powerful and important, can also be incredibly delicate and easily shattered.
The threat isn't just from sickness but also from love that's not genuine. Like Farouq, who obeyed Fareeda's wish to stay away and didn't believe she'd get better in accordance to what the doctor said. It shows he might have only cared for his desires and never really loved her deeply.
Reluctantly, Fareeda's friends and I decided to speak to Farouq, hoping his visit might bring her more joy than she had since her parents took charge of her care. One Friday afternoon, we went with him to the hospital, despite his fake tears, claiming he couldn't bear to see her in that state.
