“For a long time, she held a special place in my heart. I kept this special place just for her, like a "Reserved" sign on a quiet corner table in a restaurant. Despite the fact that I was sure I'd never see her again.”

—  Haruki Murakami, book South of the Border, West of the Sun

Source: South of the Border, West of the Sun

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