The first rays of sunlight lit up this room. The dawn chorus of melodic birdsong drifted in.
Although I don't get enough sleep, I'm not sleepy. I can hear a loud noise coming from the kitchen. A delicious aroma pierced my nose. It's Lara. As the eldest child, she is responsible for all work at this house. Including cooking and cleaning. While her little brother just relayed it to her. It's weekend. I don't know why she woke up this early.
"I'm late. Aiden, your breakfast is here. Eat when you're awake. Don't let it get cold! I'm off to work."
Work? Well, I'm not surprised. Even if this apartment is small, the rent is still too much for a student like her. I wonder what she did. After I change my clothes, I write a note and place it on the table. I leave without saying a word.
This neighbourhood seems so calm. Unlike mine. Theft everywhere. I wish I was born in this neighbourhood. While walking, I pass by the convenience store. From outside, I can see Lara working as the cashier. It must be really hard for her.
I remember my dream from yesterday. Now I'm curious about the existence of that place. Is it real or not? Because of my carelessness, I don't realise the danger behind me.
It was a duo of thieves who targeted me. When I realise it, I try to get away by running into the dark alley. I thought they had lost me, but I was wrong. They showed up from behind while holding a sharp knife. It was a dead end. Is this how I will die? I don't really care anymore. As they walk towards me, I feel a chill. I step backwards. They come closer to me with a psychotic smile. I closed my eyes. I hear someone's voice. She stood in front of me. Wearing a mask. Did she try to save me? It's useless. With that body, we have no chance to win against those guys.
I really closed my eyes this time. I hear steel dropping to the ground. There is no smell of rusty iron. I slowly opened my eyes. I was shocked. That girl. She defeated those guys alone. She walked towards me. Lend her hand. For some reason, I reach for her hand. My body feels light. Slowly, I flew into the air along with her.
Illogical moment. I can't believe my eyes. Did I die? Is it death that has come to take me? I can see this neighbourhood from above. I can see the sea, the mountains, and even the forest. It's my first time feeling this excited. For a moment, I felt alive. It felt like I was in another world. Imaginary world. A fantasy book I used to read.
We land on the top of a hill. far from the neighbourhood. The hill was filled with aster flowers. River nearby. With different types of animals. Is this heaven? I wish I could stay here forever. The girl from before. I was curious about her. I'm trying to ask who she is. She slowly opened her mask. Her beautiful face slowly revealed itself. What is this? My heart beats so fast. Like I've seen a ghost. Familiar face. That face that I really miss. My tears flowed down my cheeks. Yes, that girl was Aysel.