Nothing...They're from nothing,' he said. 'They came in the book...I found the book and inside were these flowers...They were in the book when I bought it... I bought it used...Because they meant something.'To someone else.' 'To someone.
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The speaker reflects on finding flowers tucked inside a used book, suggesting an element of mystery and nostalgia attached to them. The flowers, which originated from "nothing," represent a connection to someone else's past, conveying their significance to a previous owner rather than to the speaker. This discovery evokes curiosity about the book's history and the stories intertwined with those flowers.

This moment emphasizes themes of loss, memory, and the emotional weight of seemingly forgotten items. The speaker acknowledges that while the flowers are now part of their experience, their true meaning lies with the person who once cherished them. It highlights how objects can carry deep sentiments and stories that transcend their physical form.

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