The Farewell

Compose a flash fiction piece where the plot centers on a farewell conversation between two characters.

Convey the story’s essence by paying close attention to the characters’ word choices, considering how each phrase provides a window into their relationship and the underlying emotions. These deeply impactful goodbyes can reveal much about the characters, their past, their connections, and the story behind their parting. This prompt emphasizes the importance of brevity in portrayals of emotional depth, inspiring the writer to bring heavy emotions to the fore with only a few select dialogues.