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00:02My name is Ariana. I am 23 years old. I live in a small town with my mother and father.
00:13I always dreamed of my wedding day. I dreamed of wearing a white dress, holding flowers, and walking with a smile.
00:22I met Daniel three years ago. He was kind, funny, and handsome. We met at a friend's birthday party. He said hello with a sweet smile. That smile stayed in my heart.
00:39After some time, he asked me to be his girlfriend. I said yes. We were so happy. We talked every day. We talked about our dreams, our future. We made plans.
00:54One day, he asked me to marry him. I cried and said yes. It was the happiest day of my life.
01:06Now, my wedding day had finally come. My mother woke me up early.
01:15Ariana, wake up, darling. Today is your big day, she said with tears in her eyes.
01:26I smiled and said, yes, mother. I can't believe it's here.
01:32My friends came to help. They did my hair and makeup. My dress was white, with little shiny pearls.
01:42I looked in the mirror. I felt like a princess.
01:48Ariana, you look beautiful, my best friend Isabel said.
01:54The house was full of people. Relatives, friends, and neighbors. Some were laughing. Some were crying.
02:04My father stood near the door, watching me.
02:08My little girl is getting married, he whispered.
02:13I ran and hugged him.
02:16Don't cry, father, I said. I will always be your little girl.
02:21He nodded, but didn't speak.
02:26Daniel's family was waiting. My heart began to beat fast.
02:32My phone rang. It was Daniel.
02:35Are you okay? I asked.
02:38He laughed.
02:40Yes, I just wanted to hear your voice.
02:43I'll see you soon, my bride.
02:45I smiled.
02:47I love you.
02:50I love you too, he said, and cut the call.
02:55I walked into the hall with my father.
02:58Everyone stood up and looked at me.
03:01I saw Daniel at the front.
03:03He looked at me and said,
03:04You look beautiful.
03:07I sat beside him.
03:09We exchanged rings.
03:11My heart was full.
03:12Then something strange happened.
03:15The lights suddenly went off.
03:17The music stopped.
03:19Everyone looked around.
03:21What happened?
03:22I asked Daniel.
03:23I don't know, he said.
03:27A voice came from outside.
03:29A loud voice.
03:32Stop this wedding.
03:34Everyone turned to the entrance.
03:39A man stood there, tall, dark eyes, angry face.
03:43Who is that?
03:44I said.
03:45I don't know, Daniel said.
03:48The man walked inside.
03:51This wedding can't happen, he shouted.
03:54My mother ran to me.
03:55What is going on?
03:56She said.
03:58The man looked straight at me.
04:00Ariana, do you remember me?
04:03I was confused.
04:05No, I don't.
04:07He laughed.
04:09Of course you don't.
04:10You forgot me.
04:12But I didn't forget you.
04:15Daniel stood up and said,
04:16Who are you?
04:18What do you want?
04:19The man smiled coldly.
04:22I am the truth you tried to hide, he said.
04:26I said, please tell us what you're talking about.
04:30He took something from his pocket.
04:33A photo.
04:34He showed it to everyone.
04:36It was me.
04:37But I was younger.
04:39Standing with him.
04:41Smiling.
04:42My heart stopped.
04:44I don't remember this.
04:46I said.
04:47The man said, you left me without a word.
04:51I waited for four years.
04:53Daniel looked at me.
04:54Daniel looked at me.
04:56Is this true?
04:57Daniel asked.
04:58I don't know.
05:00I said, I don't remember.
05:03The man laughed.
05:05You remember everything.
05:08You're lying.
05:09He said.
05:10No, I'm not.
05:12I said louder.
05:13I had an accident five years ago.
05:15I lost my memory for some time.
05:18I forgot many things.
05:20My mother held my hand.
05:23Yes, it's true.
05:25She was in the hospital for weeks.
05:27The man looked shocked.
05:31Why didn't anyone tell me?
05:34He asked.
05:35We didn't know about you.
05:38My mother said.
05:39She never spoke of you.
05:41The man sat down.
05:45I waited all these years, he said.
05:49My heart broke.
05:52I'm sorry, I said.
05:56Daniel looked at the photo.
05:59Then at me.
06:01Why didn't you tell me?
06:03He asked.
06:05I swear I didn't know.
06:07I don't remember anything.
06:09I cried.
06:12The man shook his head.
06:14You remember everything.
06:17You're lying.
06:19Daniel looked at the man.
06:22What is your name?
06:24He asked.
06:26Ryan, he said.
06:29I loved her.
06:32The room was quiet for a while.
06:35Then Daniel said.
06:37But she doesn't remember you.
06:40And I love her now.
06:43Ryan looked at him.
06:46I understand.
06:48But I had to try.
06:50He stood up and walked out slowly.
06:54I began to cry.
06:57My heart was heavy and full of pain.
07:00Later that night, Daniel sat beside me.
07:07Do you still want to marry me?
07:10I asked, scared.
07:13He held my hand.
07:15Yes, because I love you for who you are now.
07:20I looked into his eyes.
07:23I knew his love was real.
07:26Still, I could not forget the pain on Ryan's face.
07:31Did I really love him?
07:34The night after the wedding stopped.
07:37I couldn't sleep.
07:39My mind was full of questions.
07:43Who was Ryan?
07:44Ryan, was he telling the truth?
07:47Why couldn't I remember anything about him?
07:52The next morning, my mother brought me tea.
07:56How are you feeling, Ariana?
07:58She asked.
08:00I don't know, I said.
08:03I feel like I hurt someone very badly.
08:07I know, she said.
08:10But it's not your fault.
08:12You lost your memory.
08:15I nodded, but my heart still felt heavy.
08:20That afternoon, a little boy came to my house.
08:25Are you Ariana?
08:27He asked.
08:28Yes, I said.
08:30This is for you, he said, and gave me a small bag.
08:38Ryan asked me to give this to you.
08:41Before I could ask anything, he ran away.
08:46I opened the bag.
08:49Inside, there was a small book and a letter.
08:53I opened the letter and began to read.
08:58Dear Ariana,
08:59You may not remember me, but I remember everything.
09:05We met in college.
09:07You were reading a book the first time I saw you.
09:11You smiled at me, and my world changed.
09:15We started dating just after two months.
09:19You made me a better person.
09:21We talked about marriage, about building a small house, about kids.
09:29Then, one day, you were gone.
09:35I searched everywhere.
09:37I called your number.
09:40It was not working.
09:41I came to your house, but your parents had moved.
09:45I waited for a call, a message, a letter.
09:50But there was nothing.
09:52Years passed.
09:55I tried to forget, but I couldn't.
09:58Then, someone told me you were getting married.
10:02I didn't believe it at first, but I had to see for myself.
10:08When I saw you yesterday, you looked happy, but also different.
10:15Now, I understand why.
10:18You really don't remember me.
10:22That hurts more than anything.
10:26But I don't want to destroy your life.
10:30I truly loved you, and you will always be in my heart.
10:35Goodbye, Ariana.
10:37Ryan.
10:40Tears rolled down my cheeks.
10:44I held the letter to my chest.
10:47I opened the book.
10:49Inside were pictures of me and Ryan laughing,
10:55holding hands.
10:57That evening, I told my mother and father about the letter and the photos.
11:04My mother looked sad.
11:06I'm sorry, Ariana, she said.
11:10You loved him very much before the accident,
11:14but we thought it was best not to tell you when you didn't remember.
11:18We were scared it might hurt you more.
11:22I wish you had told me.
11:24I said.
11:25I sat with the book all night.
11:30I didn't know what to feel.
11:32Yes, I loved Daniel now, but I loved Ryan too, and he had suffered alone for so long.
11:42The next morning, I made a decision.
11:47I asked Daniel to meet me.
11:50He came quickly.
11:52Daniel, I said, holding his hands.
11:56I love you, but I need to do something first.
12:00I need to see Ryan.
12:03I need to talk to him, say goodbye properly.
12:08Daniel smiled sadly and said, I'll wait for you.
12:15I found Ryan at his small home.
12:19He looked surprised when he saw me.
12:22I didn't think you would come, he said.
12:26I read your letter, I said, and I saw the photos.
12:32I'm sorry for leaving you.
12:36I never meant to hurt you.
12:39I'm just glad you are happy now, he replied.
12:44We sat in silence, then I stood up.
12:50Goodbye, Ryan, he smiled.
12:55Goodbye, Ariana.
12:58I walked away with tears, but also peace.
13:04One month later, I married Daniel.
13:10Sometimes, life takes away memories, but not the love that once lived in the heart.
13:18True love means letting go.
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