My Dream Was You

Chapter II

After 3 years, he still found himself living in a small village selling paintings that cost 10 dollars. It feels like God will never let him see the beauty of his dream. It made him sad and it broke his heart even more when no one bought his paintings that day.

The rain was pouring heavily and the cold breeze lingered on his skin. He shivers and bursts into tears with deep anguish and desperation.

"I think I will never make it. I have to end this and just live like this forever. " He cries so hard like an animal in pain that even the people around him look at him like he's totally out of his mind.

"I quit! I quit! I quit! "he screamed loudly and cried.

While he's in the middle of a panic attack and in fear of losing his dream.

A man in his 60's approached him and said "Why would you quit dreaming? It's not like the end of the world. As long as you live, you will continue to dream, "a man said while puffing his cigarette.

"But how can I do that? It's been years since I have sold my paintings, but the amount of money that I save is still not enough for me to fly to Milan, "Desmond said sadly.

"You are young, you've got plenty of time to do that. If you love what you do, there's no reason for you to give up. Look at me, I am running out of time. I'm old and can hardly walk and go wherever I want to. I am travelling to see the beauty of the world, but I have never seen such lovely masterpieces as yours. You have the talent and determination. As long as you have the determination to go on, you will succeed one day. I can see it in you because I was also in your place for a long time. Your passion is burning inside, it is very visible. I have been watching over you for 3 years. Life is very cruel to you, but you remain enthusiastic. Quit whining and continue being positive. Giving up is not an option. "

Desmond wiped his tears through the back of his hand and said "Idon't understand you."

"You do understand what I'm saying, but you refuse to believe in it. You know why, because that is what you choose. It's only a wake up call, but in the end, the choice is still yours, "said the old man.

"Why are you telling methis?," asked Desmond.

"Because I want you to realize how beautifullife is when you choose to be happy while dreaming about your future,"answered the old man.

Desmond lowered his head while the drops of rain were still flowing on his skin. "Get up young man. I will show you what life is when you don't give up, "said the old man with a glimpse of finality in his voice.