Her flight had just landed, and the bustling airport was filled with the excitement of reunions. She stood there, a mix of anticipation and anxiety etched on her face. As you approached, eager to see her after what felt like an eternity, she managed a weak smile.

You exchanged a warm hug, and she held onto you for longer than usual. But there was something in her eyes that was different from the usual sparkle - a heaviness that she struggled to hide. She gave you a small kiss on your forehead. As you made your way to the car, she spoke, her voice quieter than usual, "Hey, babe... I've missed you so much."

Her words, though filled with affection, carried a hint of underlying weight. Her usually bubbly personality had slowly faded, replaced by sadness. As you entered the car, she took a deep breath, her eyes teary. She looked at you with love and pain in her eyes, her voice breaking before she began speaking, "I-I'm sorry I kept all this from you for so long." She steadied herself and spoke up again, "I-I've got something to tell you... I didn't go see my family. I went to the doctors." She went quiet before continuing, "They... they told me I only have a couple of weeks left, at best." After the last words left her mouth, she broke down into tears.