Intro

She suddenly felt something within her, within her spirit, stirring her up.

Her eyes fluttered slowly. Trying to get back up but to be pushed back down by exhaustion, she lay down, feeling slight dizziness.

Her surrounding was filled with darkness. She could only make out a few shapes, tall bookshelves filled with so many books, all in a room with only one window.

And outside the window, a full moon glowed brightly.

She stared in wonder at the bright moon. She reached her hands out, wanting to touch the moon. She didn't know why, but she felt as if it could chase out the darkness in her, bring her to somewhere nice and warm.

Soon though, her hands dropped down, her mind going back to dreamland again.

Intro pt.2

? P.O.V

With the feeling of the gentle breeze on my face, I opened up my eyes slowly. Just from the slight coolness from the wind, I immediately jolted up. I couldn't control myself and I started having fast and shallow breaths. I even shivered slightly.

Luckily, the sunlight from outside replaced the coldness with such warmth, as if it was spring time already. As I felt that warm sunlight touching my skin, I didn't felt scared any more.

"Why I am acting like this? What's wrong with me?"

I closed my eyes, and continued soaking in the warm sunlight. My breathing changed too, now it's just slow and deep breaths. My body stopped tensing up like before, and soon, I felt as if my whole soul was warmed up.

After a while, I finally got up and started walking around the room with light steps.

"Where am I? I don't reme–"

My line was cut short as I stood in front of a huge mirror. It went all the way to the ceiling, its sides covered with vines, too entwined to be pulled apart by a man. As I looked into a mirror, I saw my reflection.

A girl, neither tall nor short, with dark brown hair tied into a long braid, was wearing a white dress which was just above the knee. On her head was a bandana. Her green eyes were right looking into mine.

"This… is me?"

Pain shot through my head.

It was indescribable. It was so intense that my whole body just went crashing to the ground, my hands covering my head. Memories flooded into my mind, but it going so fast that I could only 'see' some of them.

First was a man. He was so huge. But he didn't seem scary, especially with that big kind smile plastered on his face. "Happy Birthday little lady! How's it like to feel 14 now? I hope you like the present we prepared!"

Next was a woman. Her smile… it could as if be the sun that chases my fears out. It was really a warm-heartening kind of smile. "Darlings, be careful! Watch out for strangers! Remember to stay together!"

Following next were children. All of them seemed to be younger, but with different age gaps. My memories were broken into many fragments then.

"Big sis! Come play with us! Luna and I are having a tea party! Don't worry! No boys are allowed! He he! Come on! "

"There are you big sis! What are you doing here anyway? Hurry up! You don't want to be late for your performance!"

"I'm scared… Wha- what if Pa does it again? Will you be alright? Big sis, please…"

"Don't do anything by yourself! What if you get hurt? Let us help you! Please big sis! Don't do things on your own! "

"Go away! Get away from me! I don't want to see you again! Come back and you'll get it from me! Scram! I don't need a useless girl like you!"

My eyes shot back up, feeling very confused and well, scared.

Th-this …are my memories? …What about now?

…A-am I...am I..dead?

I pricked in fear as I thought of it.

"How can it be? Then where am I? What is this place?"

Being sent back to reality, I realized that the room was getting darker. It was getting slightly colder too.

I paused my thinking and started looking around. The room was indeed getting darker and the wind was starting to get stronger. I shuddered as the wind touched my skin. She hurried to the window.

"It's night already?! Where's the sun?! Oh no… I think I'm gonna.."

I looked up, out of the window. Then I saw it.

The Moon.

Again, that feeling went through me again. That sense of calmness that seemed to make my fears go away. I was no longer scared.

It was a bit different than the previous encounter though. The moon was closer this time. That's when it said.

"I sent you here. Seek for the guardians."

I couldn't believe my ears. My jaw dropped.

"Di-did it just…talk? But the moon can't... well … talk… right?! "

With no warning at all, a book fell of the bookshelf. It was opened to a page as well.

I felt spooked out by it, but I was curious at the same time. I tiptoed my way to the hard-covered book, frightened that it may just move again. I let my hand move above the book.

…No sign of movements.

Cautiously, I picked up the book. Taking a look at the opened page, I scanned through it.

"… The Man in the Moon… The first guardian who watches over the dreams of all the children of Earth…"

I stared in to blank space.

So… it was the Man...on the Moon… talking to me. But why? And what did he mean by him sending me here?

I ran back to the window. With all my might I shouted.

"Hey! Man in Moon! What do you mean? Why am I here? Tell me!"

There was no reply.

Thinking that the Man in the Moon couldn't hear me, I continued to shouting. When no sign was made, I started screaming.

Still no sign of reply.

I gave up, being on the verge of tears.

Why is he doing this to me? I just want to live on happily with my family… Fine! I'm dead already! Where am I? Who's suppose to 'babysit' me? A guardian?!

Wait…guardians?

I looked back down to the book in my hands. I flipped past a few pages, reading through at the same time.

"…wait. Santa Claus's a guardian? The Easter bunny too? So is the Tooth Fairy? Sandman is the first guardian!? No way! "

My parents actually never told me about things like fairy tales and legends. They felt that it was not only silly but unnecessary for children. But I was fascinated by it, sometimes hearing about it from the other children who visited us. They were always talking about it, and I was actually jealous about it. My parents wouldn't allow us to go out often, not with the other children.

Let's stay up and find the tooth fairy! I brushed my teeth everyday and now it's all shiny and clean. I wonder if she'll leave me more money under my pillow for my shiny teeth!

Whoa check it out! I found 5 eggs! The eggs are so easy to find, yet the Easter Bunny hides so well! I wonder if he's a small little bunny though..maybe that's why his so hard to find!

Santa left us presents this year! Hooray! I hoped he enjoyed the cookies we prepared for him! Thanks Santa!

I just had the best dream last night guys! I dreamt that my team won the World Cup, with me as the last scorer! I'm so happy Sandman gave me such a happy dream!

As I read through more about the guardians, I became more mystified. I just, …well…believe in the guardians.

"The Tooth Fairy (Toothiana) lives in the Tooth Palace high up in the sky in Southeast Asia. She is the Guardian of Memories. All the baby teeth she collects hold the most precious memories of one's childhood. Should they need to remember something important their teeth would be returned to them. "

"The Easter Bunny (E. Aster Bunnymund) lives in a warren, an oasis deep under the surface of Australia. He is the Guardian of Hope. He protects spring and ensures a cycle of life, which is symbolized through eggs."

"Santa Claus (Nicholas St. North) lives in a workshop in the North Pole. He is the Guardian of Wonder. North is able to find wonder in everything around him which helps him in his creation of toys and inventions."

"Sandman (Sanderson Mansnoozie) lives on an island. He is the Guardian of Dreams. He is able create dreams for the children on Earth, helping them continue their belief in the guardians."

So… Man In Moon wants me to visit them? Why though? Can they really help me?

I think they could… I believe in them.

After looking at the book's contents for the last time, I closed it and made my decision.

"First stop! North's workshop!"

I went to the huge window and opened it. Strong wind greeted me. It felt cold, but I really, really had to find the guardians. The Man In Moon told me to. I still shivered slightly though. I took in a deep, cool breath.

"Wind! Take me to North's Workshop! Please?"

Like a feather, I was easily picked up by the wind. It wasn't that gentle though. While being carried away, it felt as if I was stuck in the Tornado, being pushed around at great force. I tried to hold onto it so I wouldn't twist and turn so much. But I couldn't. I mean it was like wind, moving air…duh! Like that, I kept on twisting and turning in mid air. My hair and dress just kept on waving wildly around. I seemed to be carried up higher and higher up by the wind. The bandana on my head came loose. Before it could fly away, I grabbed it tied around my leg. Once touching the clouds, I closed my eyes since the mist surrounding me were confusing me. I've never been to somewhere this high… wherever this place is anyway. But when I did open my eyes, I was greeted by a beautiful scene.

Below being the clouds, the dark purple sky was painted with billions of stars, twinkling on their own. From there, the Moon was there too, shining (scientifically reflecting) at its brightest. It was so magical. It was as if I was seeing the universe itself. I stared at the place with wonder. When I saw the Moon for the third time again, I heard his last words to me.

"Go."

I nodded. As the wind around me started to subside, I felt myself falling backwards headfirst. I smiled, still looking at the moon.

As my body went past the clouds, the wind around me got stronger. I stayed still, with a new feeling of confidence filling me. I opened up my mouth and breathed in the cold air again.

"Let's go!"

The wind beneath me suddenly got stronger, propelling me forward. Even the clouds followed along, appearing below my feet. It felt as if I was surfing, except now I was in the air instead. With the cool feeling everywhere, I felt ready.

I am ready.