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Was it all worth it? Just to hear those words that probably didn't hold any real meaning to them? They were probably just a joke, but was it worth it?

Was it worth the time, the effort, the tossing and turning, the strained back... Was it?

Yes. For the few seconds of now unforgettable joy, for the everlasting memory of the expression of happiness etched into my head.

It was worth it. A million times over.

Who cares if I get nothing in return?

Who said I didn't get anything in return?

Some things can't be measured in material means.