Chapter Three:

"Kimiko... don't zone out on me!" I opened my eyes to find myself lying on unusually soft and comfortable sand. The sea greeting my feet. I sat up quickly. Turning to face the blue eyes of the one and only Keiko. Wait a minute. Keiko was now in Brazil? Her flight doesn't land til' tomorrow.

"Keiko? When did you land?" I asked. My voice weak while the throbbing ache in the back of my head pounded.

"That's not important now! What's important is…" I zoned out on Keiko once again. Something wasn't right. The beach was empty. There were no surfers, lifeguards, music, not even any dogs. Not only that but the ocean wasn't making any noise. I couldn't hear any gulls screeching. Nor could I smell the salt in the atmosphere. Or the sand.

A sudden chill ran down my spine as grey and black clouds rolled into view over the horizon causing the whole scenery to change.

"Keiko? What's that?... Keiko?" When there was no response, I gasped in horror to find that there was no body next to me. I let out a panicked cry as the ocean drew back. Pulling all of the surf back, in order to prepare one massive tsunami. It was already in view, and rushing towards me. Still the air remained silent. I couldn't even hear my own screams. Running away was an impossible task. I wasn't prepared for this. It was soon only a blink away, so I shut my eyes tightly. Hoping that this would some how go away.

Swallowed whole by the demon ocean, I realised I could still breathe. Opening my eyes to find that the salt water didn't cause them to sting.

"Keiko?" I choked. Feeling the phantom water flood my lungs.

Then, sharks. Sharks entered my sight. Their eyes glowing bright crimson. Which was stupid because sharks don't have red eyes. But each of the sharks circled me hungrily. It was okay though, because blood provokes them to charge and attack their victims. Yet … what was this distorted red that surrounded me. Was I bleeding?

The sharks stopped circling me, and the biggest shark paused for a slight second. Looked me in the eyes. It's growl hit me first and all I could see was it's huge jaws getting bigger and bigger.

"Keiko! KEIKO!" I screamed…

~o~o~

"KEIKO!" My eyes shot open. To meet a very… light room. Sitting up I examined my surroundings. The ceiling was an average height, and most of the walls bar one were painted various greys. The other wall, behind me was a feature wall. It had a grey black and white striped wallpaper design trailing up from the floor to the ceiling. A mirror like lamp shade, clung to the wall, very simple designed duvet set and one very large chest of drawers. It was very alien to me.

Suddenly, very quick footsteps could be heard, before the door crashed open, revealing (to me) was a massive shock. My eyes widened, as I cringed against the headboard. Pulling the duvet up so only my eyes where visible.

He seemed equally as shocked yet at the same time relieved.

"I see you're awake" He chuckled lightly (more out of nerves) and scratched the back of his head. I didn't trust this guy. He had dark emerald green eyes and thick dark brown eye brows that where arched in apology. His Hair was a gorgeous shade of dark brown and was in a some what messy style but that only added to his appeal. His physique was exactly like my dream. Even though he was wearing a shirt, it only seemed to enhance his already perfect muscles. Then the item that was in his hand caught my interest. He held a first aid kit and an ice pack in one of his hands while the other was free. I caught myself staring so I quickly withdrew my gaze. Focusing on the invisible speck on my hand.

"How's your head?" He asked. I was dumbfounded, what did he mean by that? It took a while for it to click that he was actually talking to me. Now that he pointed it out, my head ache had been present throughout the whole dream. I reached back to examine the cause, feeling an indentation that I fingered curiously. Pulling my hand back into my view I gasped. My hand was covered in dark crimson liquid. My stomach churned and I gagged slightly. I heard the male across from my sigh sadly before feeling him sit next to me on the bed.
"Can I take a look, please?" He asked softly. Feeling the nausea settle I nodded. Not trusting myself to speak. I leaned forward and twisted my head to an angle.

A box (presumably the first aid kit) clicked open and a rustling was to be heard. Then I felt his hands gently touch the back of my head. Feeling my scalp. I gasped in pain when he reached the laceration, and straight away he withdrew his hand.

"Would you mind asking a few questions for me?" He questioned. I nodded slightly.

"What is your name?"

"Kimiko…" I answered hastily.

"What's yours?" It was my turn for a question.

"My names Raimundo"

I flinched, as another wave of pain shot through my head.

"You should be fine physically. Kimiko. Its only a little cut on the back of your head so it's nothing too serious. You don't seem to have concussion so that's a good sign" The man… Raimundo, said before closing the first aid kit and clipping it shut.

"Where am I Raimundo?" I asked now leaning against the headboard. Gazing into those emerald eyes. He was a truly hansom man. His skin was flawless and tan. I really wandered how it would feel to hug him.

"You're in my apartment. I apologise if it's inconvenient but I didn't know which hotel you were staying in" Raimundo spoke clearly.

"… do you remember what happened to you?" He asked. I thought for a second. I was walking back from McDonalds… got lost… then… I sighed yes I remembered. It seemed like a really long silence fell upon the room until I finally broke it.

"Yes… Thank you for your help. I'm grateful. And in your debt"

"Not a problem… I suppose You'll want to go back to your hotel room. My apartment isn't probably the best place to be" He spoke just above a whisper. I wanted to decline but it would have been improper. I sighed and nodded.

~o~o~

It was still night and It was even more dark than before. All the clubs had shut and everywhere was dull. But somehow I felt safer with Raimundo by my side.

"So, Kimiko, What brings you to Brazil?" He braught up in order to break the awkwardness.

"My friend and I are attending a wedding here so we booked a holiday early. However my stupid friend booked the wrong flight so now she's arriving tomorrow morning. Or should I say later" I don't know why I was telling him this.

"Ah I see. Well this couldn't have been the best start of your holiday then I guess" He chuckled lighty. It was soft and ever so slightly arousing.

"Yeah I guess not. But aw well. I'm accident prone as it is so…" I laughed with him. He seemed so kind and polite. He was the perfect guy!

We finally got to my hotel after many jokes and laughs, and thanks. We finally said our good byes while I waved through the closing elevator doors.

For some reason. I didn't think this was the last time I'd see him.

~o~o~

A/N: Thank you very much for reading. Next chapter will more than likely be up tomorrow. Please leave a review of what you think. It's must appreciated and also many thanks to those who have already reviewed :3