Sadie POV
I had just settled into my cozy condo, wearing my soft pajamas and ready to unwind after a long and emotionally draining day at the hospital. The quiet evening offered a rare moment of solace, and I was looking forward to some much-needed rest.
Just as I was about to take a sip of hot tea, my phone rang, and the caller ID displayed Abby's name. I answered with a puzzled expression, wondering why she would be calling me after we had just spent the entire day together at the hospital.
"Hey, Abby, is everything alright?" I asked, trying to keep my concern at bay.
"Sadie, it's Lolo Ben," she replied in a shaky voice. "Something has happened, and you need to come back to the hospital quickly."
My heart sank, and a wave of anxiety washed over me. Without hesitating, I slipped back into my shoes, not bothering to change out of my pajamas. I rushed out the door, trying to prepare myself for whatever awaited me at the hospital.
As I arrived at the hospital, Abby was waiting for me in the lobby. Her eyes were red, and it was clear that she had been crying.
"What happened, Abby? Where is Lolo Ben?" I asked, my voice trembling.
She grabbed my hand and led me through the familiar corridors. "He's in his room. He... he left a note for you, Sadie."
Confusion swirled in my mind, and a knot tightened in my stomach. I couldn't understand why Lolo Ben would leave a note for me. Had something happened to him? My heart pounded in my chest as we approached his room.
The door creaked open, and I stepped inside, my eyes falling on the empty hospital bed. My breath caught in my throat as I spotted a letter lying on the nightstand. The handwriting was unmistakably Lolo Ben's.
With trembling hands, I picked up the letter, and Abby stood by my side, offering silent support. As I began to read, tears welled up in my eyes.
"Dear Sadie,
By the time you read this, I'll be gone. Please know that my decision was not made lightly, but my journey has become too painful to bear. You have been a beacon of light during my darkest days, and I will forever cherish the kindness and compassion you showed me.
I want you to know that your presence in my life brought me immeasurable joy, and I'm grateful for every moment we shared. But I also understand that my illness was taking a toll on you, and I couldn't bear to see you suffer alongside me.
Please remember me with a smile, for your smile brought me hope when I needed it most. Life is precious, and I hope that my passing will remind you to cherish every moment, to embrace love, and to find happiness even in the face of adversity.
Thank you for being my nurse, my confidante, and most importantly, my friend.
With all my love,
Lolo Ben"
Tears streamed down my cheeks as I folded the letter, unable to comprehend the weight of Lolo Ben's final words. He had been battling cancer with such strength and grace, and I had never imagined that he was carrying such pain in his heart.
Abby embraced me, and we cried together, mourning the loss of a man who had touched our lives in ways we could never have anticipated. It was a painful reminder of the fragility of life and the profound impact we could have on others.
"why lolo Ben? i... i thought we could fight this together? i told you, i'm here, we're here for you, why do you need to do this?" i cried, this was just too hard for me to bear. He was like aa grandfather to me.
It hurts to know that he's now gone.
"husshhh it's fine Sadie" Abby comforted me while i can't stop crying. i feel so broken.
i looked at her and cry like a baby "He said he will fight.. He will become one of those survivor Abby. he promised... he promised that as soon as he gets out of this hospital he will comeback and cook for me, Abby he promised me that! he promised me he would, Abby." 
As tears streamed down my cheeks, I leaned into Abby's comforting embrace. My emotions were raw and overwhelming, and I couldn't stop myself from crying like a baby. Lolo Ben's words echoed in my mind, and the weight of his broken promise weighed heavily on my heart.
"I know, Sadie, I know," Abby whispered softly, her voice filled with compassion. "He fought so hard, and he wanted to be there for you. But sometimes, life has a way of taking unexpected turns."
I nodded, trying to find solace in Abby's words, but the pain of Lolo Ben's absence was still too fresh, too profound. I thought back to all the moments we had shared, his warm smiles, and his unwavering determination to fight his illness. It was hard to reconcile the image of the resilient man I knew with the reality of his passing.
"He was so brave, Abby," I said, my voice trembling. "He faced cancer head-on, and I believed with all my heart that he would overcome it."
"He was brave, and he touched the lives of everyone around him," Abby agreed, gently rubbing my back. "But sometimes, the battle becomes too much, and we must find peace in the knowledge that he is no longer suffering."
I took a deep breath, trying to steady myself. "I just wish I could have been there for him in his final moments, to offer comfort and support."
"You were there for him, Sadie," Abby assured me. "You were there every step of the way, providing care, compassion, and friendship. He cherished the time he spent with you, and he knew how much you cared."
As the reality of Lolo Ben's passing sank in, I realized that I had to find a way to honor his memory and the promise he had made to me. I wiped my tears and took a steadying breath."I want to do something to remember him by, Abby," I said, determination in my voice. "I want to carry on his legacy and his spirit of resilience."
Abby smiled warmly, knowing the strength that resided within me. "That's a beautiful idea, Sadie. I'm sure Lolo Ben would be proud of the way you plan to honor him."
With renewed purpose, I knew I had to find a way to keep Lolo Ben's memory alive. Perhaps I could organize a fundraising event for cancer research or start a support group for patients and their families. There were countless ways I could continue his fight against cancer and make a difference in the lives of others, just as he had made a difference in mine.
In the days that followed, I channeled my grief into action, pouring my heart and soul into projects that would carry on Lolo Ben's legacy. While the pain of his loss would always be with me, knowing that I could make a positive impact in his memory brought a sense of comfort and purpose.
As I left the hospital that night, the weight of grief still heavy on my heart, I vowed to honor Lolo Ben's memory by continuing to be a source of light and hope for my patients, just as he had been for me. His legacy would live on in the love and care I offered to those in need, a testament to the lasting impact he had on my life as a nurse and as a friend.