The ache of yearning for someone you once held dear is a pain like no other. It cuts deep when you realize that the love you cherished was never reciprocated, leaving you feeling hollow and exposed. The heart longs for connection, yet in its pursuit, it discovers a harsh truth: the person you invested your heart in never felt the same way.

There’s a profound sorrow in feeling used, as if your time and efforts were mere shadows of what you hoped to build. Each moment...