Short Story Assignment: Exploring Themes of Friendship and Loss

This essay presents a short story inspired by Wiz Khalifa's song "See You Again," exploring themes of friendship, loss, and the enduring power of memories. The narrative centers on Betty and her best friend, Veronica, highlighting their close bond and the devastating impact of Veronica's sudden death in a car accident. The story emphasizes the importance of cherishing loved ones and the lasting influence they have on our lives, even after they are gone. The essay connects the story's themes to the song's message of remembrance and the uncertainty of life. The story explores the emotional toll of loss and the importance of remembering the good times shared. The conclusion draws parallels between the story and the song, reinforcing the idea that life is fragile and that we should appreciate those we love. The essay also references a scholarly article about music in the Fast & Furious franchise.

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Introduction
I have selected the song "See you again" by Wiz Khalifa. It is the song that is a tribute for
Paul Walker one of the famous actors who was seen in each and every Fast and Furious film
till he was alive. It is the song that consists of both beliefs as well as hope. No matter
whatever distance life draws between two individuals the bond between true friends are
always eternal. It is the song that reminds us about the fact that life is too short, so one must
cherish their loved ones before it is too late. A short story will be written relating to the song.
Body
I want to tell the readers that everyone has got their loved ones whom they cherish throughout
life. However, life is quite uncertain so one must always love their near and dear ones as
much as possible because there is no guarantee that they will see their smiling face again
tomorrow. An individual may have conflicts with them but what is vital are the memories
shared with them. If one can keep those memories even when an individual is gone then it is
quite possible to say we both have our back. A possibility of an external link: That is
probably of friendship and love. This song that is selected for the study is an emotional song
and both of the singers namely Charlie Puth and Wiz Khalifa is emotionally attached with the
song as it reminds them of their late friend's like Paul Walker who was killed due to the car
crash1.
The story is about a girl named Betty and her best friend Veronica. The connections that are
made by an individual in their life with the individuals are either meant to happen for a long
1 Decker, Todd. "10 RACING IN THE BEAT: MUSIC IN THE FAST & FURIOUS
FRANCHISE." Contemporary Musical Film(2017): 157.

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time or just for a short period before they are gone. Throwing light on the above-mentioned
statement it can be said that same happened with Betty. She had a perfect life with her best
friend named Veronica but little did she know that the harsh reality will take it away from
just a blink of her eye. Betty never understood that until last year. Veronica came to her life
for a reason to spend some good times and be an important part of her family. Betty never felt
she would build such a good friendship with Veronica, all the time spent with her; good
things they have been through would not last forever. However, when the incident took place
no one had any clue that Veronica will not be there anymore even to say her loved ones the
final goodbye. Veronica was such a girl who always loved speed over everything and as she
was rich so her dad gifted her Lamborghini on her 16th birthday. Even Veronica and Betty
went for a ride on her birthday.
The incident took place just after Veronica celebrated her birthday and went for a solo ride on
the midnight of her birthday. She was driving the car at 150 km/h and speed took her life
forever. Betty was fortunate enough that she spent 10 years of my life with Veronica my best
friend who taught me anything but how to live my life to the fullest every day. Every time
whenever Betty is in front of her grave she just reminds herself of the good things they both
have been through and she even feels that Veronica always guides her even today. However,
Betty feels that Veronica is resting in peace and she is in a better place because of her hard
work which always pays. However, always Betty's instinct told her that as Veronica loved
speed so much this speed will be something which can cause harm to her someday and they
will have to split up their path. We always used to look at the things in the life in a different
manner where always a bigger picture got reflected. Those were the days for Betty and
Veronica and now whenever Betty talks about a family with someone then she always takes
Veronica's name in the first place. It is believed by Betty that there is no "Family" without
Veronica. One of the main reasons why Betty always includes the name of Veronica in her

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family because she is the one who constantly remained by her side during every good and bad
time. Now that she is gone forever Betty tells Veronica in front of her grave that she will
meet her soon on the other side of the world. Veronica was full of life and she was one of the
most amazing women with a big heart and so much full of life that even when she is gone she
is a constant inspiration in Betty's life.
However, at the end of the day, Betty is a human being so she breaks down and silently says
to Veronica that it has been a really long day without Veronica and she has so much to tell
her. She promises Veronica to say about everything when she sees her again sometime soon.
Conclusion
The story of Betty and Veronica highlighted the song "See You Again" in a wonderful
manner. The song was all about a dear friend who passed due to the car crash and the story
and Betty also outlines the similarity of the song. It has been stated that life is quite uncertain
so one must always love their near and dear ones as much as possible because there is no
guarantee that they will see their face again tomorrow. The story highlights the good times
shared by the two friends and how it changes by just one incident similar to the song.

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Works Cited
Decker, Todd. "10 RACING IN THE BEAT: MUSIC IN THE FAST & FURIOUS
FRANCHISE." Contemporary Musical Film(2017): 157.