Chapter 2: All Alone

I arrived in what she called, The void again. I know I was already dreaming and it made me happy to the fact that I'd see her again. Although, She didn't woke me up, I see her standing over the bright path while waving at me. I blissfully ran up to her, waving back with a smile. " It's good to see you again, Prism. " I said with a blissful smile as She chuckled. " It's also good to see you again, Hajime-kun. " She replied with a smile. My eyes widened in surprise. How did she knew my name? I didn't even told her who I am.

But, I didn't mind it. It's just a dream after all. She looked at me confusingly and asked, " Did I say something wrong? ". I quickly squinted my eyes back to its normal size before I sjook my head, implying for a 'no'. She sighed in relief for who knows what reasons before smiling then again. " Good. " She mumbled. She headed out to a different direction from where we had headed previously. From what I see from a distance, It's a short passageway towards a waterfall, which shone brightly from afar. After a minute of chitchats, We had reached the destination. The view was somehow unexpected.

The waterfall came to an end soon as it reached the high cliff. It was such a beautiful sight. Different kinds of animal-like species were to be found. " Woah.. " I whispered in amazement, which made Prism chuckle softly. " I know, pretty amazing right? " She asked, pretty distructed by the wonderful view. " This is the Crystal waterfall, where the 'people' of Ezraqueth believes that the Goddess of Kindness would be found. " Prism explained, going a bit sarcastic when she had said the word people.

" Ezraqueth?--- " I asked, pausing for a moment. " Is that the place where you live? ". She let out a soft smile as she nodded her head. " Ezraqueth is one of the most largest cities in the kingdom of Ettirine and is the bridge between Ettirine and Kristadt. " She replied.

I couldn't say anything so, I just sent an " Oh. ". I became much more interested in hearing some more things about her place but, I decided not to ask. I looked over at my reflection on the water. " Oh by the way Prism, how did you know my name? " I asked as I turned over to her. There was a few seconds of silence as she sighed. " You'll know soon. " She replied with a soft smile. I turned back to the scenery of the crystal waterfall.

Sooner enough, I was bored of the scenery and the silence that took over. I looked at Prism and found out that she disappeared. I sighed, feeling the tiredness taking over as I lost consciousness.

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I slowly woke up to the voice that was calling out my name. It's Kasumi, who was calling me out for breakfast. A lazy look I made as I stood up and went downstairs, gently rubbing my eyes. I hate it when someone destorys my sleep but, It's my sister so, I probably can't. Soon, I reached the kitchen, where I found her on the phone. It seems like she's on the phone with her officemate and best friend, Erika. " Yeah, umm..I have to hang up the phone now. I promise I'll be there in like, 30 minutes. " She said through the phone before hanging it up.

" Hiro, please go and buy groceries for today. I'm going to have a meeting with my officemates and my boss. It's urgent. The money is right there in the cabinet. " She said as She rapidly put her phone back in her bag, rushing outside. " Take care! " I said before she went out. I sighed, looking over the cabinet. I rushed to my room and wore my blue jacket. I went back to the kitchen and got the money from the cabinet before gong out of the house and locking the door as I left.

I walked towards the nearest grocery store I could find. It wasn't that nesr though. My feet hurts once I had reached the store but, I still managed to stand firm. I sighed as I walked towards the empty cart nearby and pushed it towards the fruit section.

I grabbed a bunch of bananas, apples and other fruits but, I made sure that I also got some Oranges since Kasumi really loves them. I headed to the Meat section next and got some fresh meat that I could use to cook for our meal. I also included a few packs of bacon since we both love those.

After that, I went to the Beverages. I looked around to find some Chocolate milk and Grape fanta. A few seconds later, I found both Chocolate flavored milk and the Grape fanta. I made sure I got two boxes of the Chocolate milk and four cans of the Grape fanta. I also got some Coffee Green tea. Completing these, I grabbed a dozen of eggs and gently placed them inside the cart. I soon walked away to grab some bread.

After grabbing some breads, I walked to the Cashier. Luckily, not much people are falling in line so, I did finish fast. After the Cashier totaled the prices of each items I grabbed a while ago, She told me the bill as I payed for it. The items were already in the grocery bags though. I held them in my hands, grilping them tightly so that they won't fall. I went outside the store as I started to walk to the direction of my place.

I took a rest at the park for a moment. There, I purchased a hotdog-on a-stick. I sat down on the nearest bench I could find. I slowly took a bite as I looked around. The sight of gleeful children made me smile and think of my childhood. The image quickly faded away, which made me sigh.

Soon after I felt like I regained my energy, I finished the hotdog and threw the stick in the trash. I picked up the grocery bags and exited the park. I walked towards an alley which served to be a shortcut for me.

As I walked down the alley, I felt like someone was following me. I stopped dead on my tracks and turned around but, to my surprise, There was no one around. Only me. I turned around again. I found myself face-to-face with  a short silver-haired girl. I jumped in surprise as I dropped the bags.

I scanned her appearance. She has a short silver-colored hair and a matching pair of silver eyes. She also has a pale skin and wears a black dress along with white gloves. Our eyes met as Her eyes slowly began to glow brightly, blinding me for a moment.

I soon got my vision back as I looked around. The girl's presence was no longer there. I grabbed the grocery bags and immediately exited the alley. I went back into my place and carefully placed the bags on the table. I went to my room upstairs after that. That girl...

She looks exactly like Prism. I'm not sure. But, I'll be sure to ask her if I met her in my dreams again and She said yes, then I'm curious. Is she really just a fairy tale in my dreams or Is she actually real?

Ruminating about answers, I didn't realize I'm already falling asleep.

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