The Promise

By TM Smith

In "The Promise," a heartrending tale of love, resilience, and faith, we delve into the profound journey of a devoted wife determined to honor her dying husband's last wish. When Aisha's beloved spouse, James, passes away, he leaves behind a bittersweet request: for her to find love and happiness once again. Overwhelmed by grief and torn between

• Language: English
• Publisher: Warrioress Publishing
• Release date: Aug 1, 2023
• ISBN: 9781088188996

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TM Smith

The Promise

First published by Warrioress Publishing 2023

Copyright © 2023 by TM Smith

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This novel is entirely a work of fiction. The names, characters and incidents portrayed in it are the work of the author's imagination. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, events or localities is entirely coincidental.

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Contents

Farewell and a Promise

Seeking Solace in Prayer

A Reluctant Start

Torn Loyalties

A Spiritual Encounter

The Art of Love

Navigating Boundaries

Uncovering Hidden Wounds

Love’s Challenges

Divine Signs

A Leap of Faith

Honoring James’s Memory

Lessons in Love

Embracing Second Chances

Love’s Eternal Promise

Embracing Love’s Path

About the Author

Farewell and a Promise

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Aisha stood at James’s bedside, her heart heavy with both love and grief. The room was hushed, filled with the somber melody of medical machines and the tender whispers of their last moments together. The warmth of James’ hand in hers provided a fleeting comfort, a connection they had shared throughout their years of love and companionship.

James’s eyes, once vibrant and full of life, now held a faint glimmer as he mustered the strength to speak. His voice was weak but resolute as he expressed his final wish. Aisha, my love, he began, his words laced with a mixture of sadness and determination. Promise me something.

Aisha’s tears welled up, threatening to spill over. She squeezed his hand gently, her voice quivering with emotion. Anything, James. I’ll do anything.

James took a deep breath, his eyes fixed on Aisha’s face, searching for reassurance. Promise me that when I’m gone, you won’t close your heart to love. Promise me that you’ll find happiness again.

The weight of his request settled on Aisha’s shoulders, filling her with a mix of conflicting emotions. She had always envisioned a future intertwined with James, a lifetime of love and shared dreams. How could she even fathom the idea of loving another? But in his eyes, she recognized a profound love that wanted her to continue living and embracing the joys of life, even in his absence.

With a trembling voice, Aisha made her promise. I promise, James. I promise that I’ll find love and happiness again. I’ll honor your memory and the love we shared, but I won’t let grief consume me. I’ll keep living, keep loving, as you would want me to.

A glimmer of peace washed over James’s face as he heard her words. Aisha knew that she had given