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Anahata (Ch. 5)

Chapter 5: The Heart

By Sweet NothingsPublished 5 years ago Updated about a year ago 2 min read
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“And suddenly you realize: you are in every dot of the universe vanishing and arising.”― Amit Ray

As I sit here, stitching up my side with a rusted needle and old thread, I can't help but think about the words of Shaman, my mentor. She always said that we only get one soul and that many people spend their lives focusing on their bodies while neglecting their souls. I never really understood what she meant until now, as I find myself trapped in this foreign body, struggling to maintain my sense of self.

I can't shake the memory of Amaranth and Cantu disappearing without a trace, and I can't help but worry about the trouble they might be in. As I trudge through the unfamiliar forest, I see the same broken wooden sign repeatedly. Argo Pu-Tor, written in poorly painted black letters. I've seen it 35 times now and I'm starting to feel like I'm walking in circles.

But then I hear footsteps in the distance and I dart behind a large leafy palm tree. I can't afford another encounter with the woman in the red dress, the one I stabbed during our first meeting. I place my hand on the trunk, ready to flee, but it feels like wet paint and I look down to see blood. Red blood.

I hear a crack and I'm off, running as fast as I can to my next safe point. But as I get closer, I see the red dress, standing still. I stop in my tracks, my heart pounding in my chest. And then she speaks, "Adrien," she knows my name. And then I see it, a third eye, and I realize who she is. "Mrs. Evans?! Tilly, you can call me Tilly. I know you have a lot of questions, but we need to find my daughter. The boy she was with, Cantu, you said he was brought here by me?" Her smile turns worried. "She's not safe."

As she explains the situation, my mind is reeling with questions. How did we end up in this endless cycle of purgatory? How can she fix it? And who is Amaranth? But before I can even voice my queries, she is already leading the way forward.

Her determination is palpable, and I can't help but feel a sense of excitement as we embark on this journey together. As we navigate through this parallel plane, I can't help but feel a sense of unease. The thought of being trapped here indefinitely is unsettling. But with her by my side, I know we can overcome this obstacle and find our way back to reality.

As we make our way through the winding paths, I can feel my heart pounding with anticipation. The stakes are high, and the unknown lies ahead. But with her guidance, I know we will find Amaranth and bring her back to safety. Each step feels like a step closer to freedom and I can feel the adrenaline pumping through my veins. The thrill of this adventure is almost overwhelming, and I can't wait to see what lies ahead. Together, we will break free from purgatory and find our way back to the real world.

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Sweet Nothings

Alias Duece Lee Vizzini III

Now, Sweet Nothings, my blog is a sanctuary for love notes and human emotion. Each post is a step toward telling my own intricate, beautifully imperfect story.

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