Time passed relentlessly, year after year, and the school days were left behind like warm memories. On the last day of school, the four friends stood together in the campus courtyard, sunlight gently brushing their faces, their smiles sincere and full of hope.
Nadia held Leon's hand, and their gazes said it all—there was a closeness between them that had survived the storms of the past and the darkness that had once separated them. Their relationship was blossoming, and every shared moment carried the promise of a future together.
Alicia and Natan stood a little apart, talking quietly, but with the same warmth that gave them a sense of safety. Their bond had been tested many times, yet now it was strong, built on mutual support and trust.
"I can't believe it's already over," Nadia said, looking at the group."It's a new beginning," Leon replied with a slight smile.
Looking around the campus, at the trees, the meadows, and all the places where they had fought, laughed, and dreamed together, they knew each of them would leave the world stronger for these experiences.
Though their paths would eventually diverge, the friendship and bonds they had built would remain with them forever—nothing could change that. And though the past still sometimes made its presence felt, they were now ready for whatever the future held—together or apart, but with courage and hope.
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The sun sank toward the horizon, painting the sky with warm hues. The four of them stood together in the middle of the school courtyard, surrounded by a quiet space, as if the world had paused for a moment just for them.
Leon looked at each of them, then at Nadia, gently squeezing her hand."No matter where we go, or what awaits us, we will always have each other," he said calmly.
Alicia looked moved."I promise we'll never lose each other, even if fate separates our paths," Nadia added, her voice trembling slightly, but filled with determination.
Natan placed his hand in the center as well."Friendship is our strength. Always close, even if not beside each other."
They all joined hands, their gazes saying more than words ever could. In that moment, they were inseparable—no matter what was to come.
Leon added with a smile:"This isn't the end. It's just the beginning."
And then, under the starry sky, they swore to stay together—through good times and bad.