Under the blanket of the night sky, Jenna and Emma gazed up at the stars, their hearts entwined in a shared longing for something beyond their reach. With a soft sigh, Emma broke the silence, her voice filled with a spark of anticipation.
"Jenna, I think if we watch from a higher place, we could see the stars better," she murmured, her eyes fixed on the celestial canvas above.
A playful smile danced on Jenna's lips as she imagined the possibilities.
"We should watch from the Burj Khalifa. That's the tallest building in the world," she suggested, her voice carrying a hint of wonder.
Emma's eyes widened with curiosity. "Where is it?" she inquired, her mind eager to uncover the secrets of this magnificent structure.
"In Dubai," Jenna responded, her voice filled with gentle excitement. She looked at Emma through the glass barrier and smiled.
A sense of adventure swelled within Emma's chest, fueled by the idea of embarking on a journey to witness the grandeur of the Burj Khalifa.
"We should go to Dubai," she whispered, her voice echoing with determination. Then a newfound curiosity bloomed within her.
The mere thought of a future journey to Dubai stirred a sense of hope, igniting her imagination with visions of a healthy Jenna standing tall and radiant amidst the splendor of the Burj Khalifa.
With delicate introspection, Emma allowed her mind to wander through the corridors of memory, retracing the steps of their connection. She envisioned Jenna, not as she appeared now, but as a healthy and lively Jenna. How did her laughter sound when it flowed effortlessly?
How did her eyes sparkle with unrestrained joy? Emma longed to witness the vibrant hues of Jenna's being, to witness the transformation that would transcend their current reality.
The hospital room seemed to fade into the background as Emma painted a vivid portrait in her mind. She recalled the stories Jenna had shared. The moments of strength and resilience that underscored their conversations.
In her mind's eye, she saw Jenna's vibrant smile and the grace with which she moved through life's challenges. This vision of a healthy Jenna became a beacon of inspiration, a glimpse into the radiant future they hoped to embrace.
But as Emma delved deeper into her musings, a bittersweet realization tinged her thoughts. She yearned not only for a healthy Jenna in the future but also for the memories of a time when Jenna's vitality flowed effortlessly.
How had Jenna appeared in her prime? Emma longed to know the version of Jenna untouched by illness, to witness the full spectrum of her spirit without the shadows of their present circumstances.
"We should," Jenna finally replied, her voice carrying a whisper of bravery mingled with a touch of vulnerability.
"Promise me you'll go there with me?" She whispered, her voice laced with a fragile hope that Jenna would understand the hidden meaning behind her words.
And in the depths of Emma's plea, Jenna heard the unspoken wish that resonated within their connection. Deep inside, Emma's silent plea echoed through Jenna's being, urging her to promise something beyond the boundaries of their current reality.
Jenna's voice, gentle yet resolute, carried the weight of unspoken assurances.
"I'll be there," she responded, her words infused with unwavering determination.
In the confines of her hospital room, Emma found herself wrestling with a profound realization that stirred within her.
When did Jenna become more than just a familiar voice on the other end of a phone call? When did she start occupying a space in Emma's heart, silently weaving her way into the fabric of her thoughts and emotions?
What had started as innocent conversations and shared moments now carried the weight of unspoken desires and uncharted territories?
Amidst the sterile walls and the pervasive presence of sickness, Emma couldn't help but notice the changes in Jenna. Her once-vibrant friend appeared paler and thinner, and her voice had grown softer. Concern crept into Emma's mind, overshadowing the warmth of their connection.
But it wasn't just worry that consumed her.
In quiet moments of contemplation, Emma found herself wondering about the feel of Jenna's skin against her own.
It was an unbidden thought that both surprised and unsettled her.
As she grappled with her vulnerability, Emma couldn't help but question the timing and significance of this burgeoning connection. In the face of illness and uncertainty, she couldn't escape the nagging worry that perhaps she had allowed herself to become too attached.
A sense of unease settled within her. The boundaries of their relationship blurred, leaving her questioning the risks she had unknowingly taken.
The confines of the hospital room bore witness to Jenna's delicate state, with each passing moment a stark reminder of the fragility of life. Time loomed over them, relentless and unforgiving, threatening to snatch Jenna away.
Not that she was wishing for it, but let's be real.
She met Jenna at this hospital.
Jenna lives at this hospital.
Jenna is becoming someone important to her, and she's dying.
Deep within, Emma held a silent wish: Heal, Jenna. Please.
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Chasing Stars (Emma Myers X Jenna Ortega)
FanfictionEmma and Jenna met each other at the hospital. Jenna wrote notes to Emma and put them on the glass barrier of Emma's hospital room to encourage her. Their encounter was destined, bringing them together in a bittersweet twist of fate. "It is commonly...
