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“We want to control our deaths, our goodbye to the world, and if we can't control is, we can at least control how we leave it behind.”

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Cecelia Ahern
Cecelia Ahern

Cecelia Ahern is an Irish novelist born on September 30, 1981. Her works are known for their warmth, humor, and profound emotional depth, which have won her a wide fan base. more

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“Adieu," he said, "this is goodbye. I'll never forget you, never." She stood silent. He looked at her and saw her eyes full of tears. He turned away. She forced herself to smile. "Like the Chinese mother who sent her son off to war telling him to be careful 'because war has its dangers,' I'm asking you, if you have any feelings for me, to be as careful as possible with your life." Because it is precious to you?" he asked nervously. Yes. Because it is precious to me.”

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