Leaped Years
As the seasons shifted to spring, a ritual unfolded. Tim, despite his school responsibilities, ventured to a hidden cave each year. This frustrated his father, Bryce, who struggled to afford Tim's education due to their complex life. But little Timmy held onto a promise from his mother, Ashlyn, that she would return from a mystical place, "Cloudland" as she put it, when Tim had grown older. Tim's determination never wavered. Every summer, he followed a path along railway tracks, seeking the cave Ashlyn had described.
In the early spring of 2015, a calm chill hung in the air. The family's small home stood silent. Bryce, Tim's father, woke up and went to Tim's room. The door was open, and Tim was nowhere to be found. Panic surged through Bryce. Without hesitation, he knew where Tim must be.
He wrapped himself in Ashlyn's shawl and headed down the railway tracks, the only path he knew would lead him to Tim. Soon, he spotted Tim, patiently waiting. Bryce's mixed emotions turned to relief, but before he could scold his son, he noticed something different in Tim's eyes – a deep and inconsolable sadness.
Bryce's heart softened, and he embraced Tim, feeling his son's pain. He tried to comfort Tim, mentioning a meal he had prepared, even though he had no idea what to do. It was a gesture of fatherly love.
Instead of heading home, father and son walked together toward the cave. Along the way, they shared meaningful words and emotions, finding moments of happiness amidst their struggles.
Upon reaching the cave, a shocking sight greeted them – a person lying on the train tracks. Tim rushed forward, while Bryce, struck with fear, hesitated. The person seemed familiar. "It's her, it's her," Tim exclaimed. Bryce's anxiety grew.
The person stirred and weakly asked, "What year is it? Did I make it? Bryce?"
In that bewildering moment, the past and present collided, revealing a tapestry woven with emotions and unanswered questions.
bhai you are so creative . well written .
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