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“She just smiled, said that she loved books more than anything, and started telling him excitedly what each of the ones in her lap was about. And Ove realised that he wanted to hear her talking about the things she loved for the rest of his life.” - Fredrik Backman

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She just smiled, said that she loved books more than anything, and in that moment, Ove felt a warmth spread through his chest. Her eyes sparkled with passion as she spoke, her voice filled with a joy that was infectious. It was as if she held the entire world within the pages of those books, and Ove couldn't help but be drawn to her enthusiasm.

She started telling him excitedly what each of the ones in her lap was about, her words painting vivid pictures in his mind. As she described the characters, the settings, and the emotions that filled the pages, Ove found himself captivated by her storytelling. It was as if she had a magical way of bringing words to life, making the stories feel real and tangible.

And Ove realised that he wanted to hear her talking about the things she loved for the rest of his life. In that moment, it became clear to him that her passion for books was not just a hobby, but a part of who she was. Her love for literature was a reflection of her soul, and Ove knew that he wanted to be a part of that world she held so dear.

He found himself mesmerized by the way her eyes lit up when she spoke about her favorite stories, the way her hands gestured animatedly as she recounted plot twists and character arcs. It was as if she was sharing a piece of herself with him, inviting him into a world where imagination knew no bounds.

Her love for books was like a beacon of light in his life, guiding him towards a deeper understanding of who she was as a person. Ove realized that by listening to her talk about the things she loved, he was not only learning about her interests, but also gaining insight into her values, her dreams, and her innermost thoughts.

He knew then that he wanted to be a part of that world she held so dear, to share in her passion and to experience the magic of storytelling alongside her. It was a feeling of connection unlike any other, a bond forged through a shared love for the written word and the power it held to transport them to different worlds and ignite their imaginations.

And as he sat there, listening to her talk about the books that had captured her heart, Ove felt a sense of gratitude wash over him. Gratitude for the chance to be in the presence of someone so full of life, so full of love for the written word and all the wonders it contained.

He knew then that he wanted to spend the rest of his days listening to her talk about the things she loved, to be a part of the stories that had shaped her into the person she was. It was a decision made with a full heart and a clear mind, a choice to embrace her passions as his own and to walk alongside her on a journey filled with books, stories, and endless possibilities.

And so, Ove made a promise to himself in that moment, a promise to cherish her love for books, to support her in her pursuit of knowledge and adventure, and to always be there to listen to her talk about the things that brought her joy. For he knew that in her passion for literature, he had found a kindred spirit, a soulmate whose love for books would forever be intertwined with his own.




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