The Man in My Dreams

CHAPTER 1: Shattered Serenity

Chapter One: Shattered Serenity

Every view is stunning, a panorama that usually eased the soul and calmed the mind. It was the sort of scene that could make you forget your troubles and melt away the stress. But why does the view I was seeing right now give me so much pain?

It was like my heart was being torn apart. The agony was so intense, it felt as if I was in the middle of a tormenting nightmare.

I stood a short distance away from where my boyfriend and my best friend right now were locked in a kiss. It was a sight that crushed me completely. Seeing your best friend kissing your boyfriend is like I'm in hell. The pain was magnified because both were deeply entwined with my life.

The urge to confront them was tempting. I wanted to lash out at my boyfriend, to slap him and demand an explanation. I wanted to slap my friend too who had betrayed me so profoundly. But I couldn't bring myself to act. Instead, I found myself wanting to bang my head against the trees, hoping it might jolt me out of this painful reality. It wasn't that I couldn't act on my feelings; it was simply not who I was.

This was the first time I had experienced such deep, gut-wrenching pain, and I vowed I would never let myself be hurt like this again. I steadied myself, wiped away the tears, and lifted my chin in determination. I took out my phone and dialed my boyfriend's number. They seemed to be enjoying their betrayal so much that it took three rings before they noticed my call.

"Where are you?" I asked as soon as he answered.

"Uh, babe, I'm... I'm at the library. Yes, the library, working on my assignment." He stammered.

Liar!

"Really? Who's with you?" I tried to keep my voice steady, hiding the tension.

"M-myself. Just me. I'm alone. Anyway, I need to finish up my assignment. I'll call you later." He hung up abruptly, cutting off any chance for me to respond. I despised this feeling! The pain was unbearable. I wished I were a robot, unable to feel such suffering. It was clear now. Being betrayed was the worst experience I had ever had. This was true pain-pain with no comparison!

As I drove home, I kept asking myself: What went wrong? Did I do something wrong? Am I lacking something? Am I not worthy of love? Am I not beautiful? Am I not enough? Why did God let me go through this? Why did fate allow this jerk to ruin my life? Why did it feel like fate was playing with me?

I jumped off my motorcycle as soon as I got home. Despite the unbearable pain, I was relieved to be safe. I headed straight to my room. Some of the maids greeted me, but I couldn't even look at them. Once I entered in my room, I shut the door and let my emotions pour out.

Why, Luis? Why my friend? Why Naelee?

I sank down beside the door. Had I done something so terrible to deserve this? Was loving someone who wasn't meant for me a sin? Why was I being punished like this? I never thought I'd be betrayed by both my friend and my boyfriend.

Isn't this too much?

After a while, when my tears had subsided, I picked up my phone and typed a message.

'I know you lied about being at the library. I saw everything, and it almost destroyed me. I'm thankful that I have the strength to get through this. No need for explanations; what I saw says it all. Don't worry about me; I'll be okay. This pain will eventually fade. Take care of her. We're done!'

The Next Day

I didn't realize I had fallen asleep from crying. I never expected this! As they say, expect the unexpected. I thought sleep was supposed to be a refuge from pain. But still, I was grateful, because it led me to someone who showed real care. And I found the answers to my questions with his help.

Should I call him a real person?

Is he a real person or just a figure in my dreams? But that doesn't matter now. What's important is that I am beginning to understand.

He was right-Luis doesn't deserve my love. It's time to move on and look forward to something better. I believe that God has someone prepared for me. I know the pain won't disappear immediately, but it will eventually fade.

I will forget you, Luis.

I glanced at the mirror. My eyes were puffy and swollen. I grabbed my shades to hide my bloated eyes. I forced a smile at my reflection and mouthed, "Much better."

I checked my phone: 105 missed calls 70 messages

I didn't bother checking who they were from, knowing they were probably from Luis and Naelee. I quickly got on my motorcycle and rode out of the house.

TELLURIC KINGDOM

I smiled at his confidence. Only few women nowadays are interested in motorcycles.

Seeing you on a motorcycle is quite captivating.

As soon as he was out of sight, I returned to my duties. I needed to get back to the palace because Primo had forbidden us from leaving the kingdom.

"Where have you been?" Gia greeted me with a question as I arrived back. She's a friend.

"Just somewhere, checking on something." I replied.

"Who are you checking?"

"It's none of your business!" Why did she need to know? She's not my mother.

"Of course, it is, Van. I'm your friend."

"Yeah, you're just a friend. You don't need to know my whereabouts." I left her behind after saying that. I went straight to the study room once I entered my quarters. Everything Primo had assigned to me was here.

We are Tellurians, residing in the Telluric Kingdom. Our purpose is to protect humans.

My mission is to protect Yorris. I know everything about her. Even though I'm not with her every day, I'm aware of everything that happens in her life.

Actually, all Tellurians have the power to monitor those we protect. However, to access this ability, we must be in a place where there are no other Tellurians. We cannot see their lives if surrounded by many or if our minds are cluttered. This ability is unique to ordinary Tellurians.

But I don't understand why I can see her even when surrounded by people and with many thoughts on my mind. Additionally, I can appear in her dreams or thoughts and read her mind. I've never asked Primo about this ability, knowing I wouldn't get an answer.

As a protector of humans, we have one rule: 'Do not fall in love with those you protect.'

-Anniarian