Hi guys. I've got an update up FINALLY after about a month of waiting. I've been so busy lately, I haven't had time for much writing. But I didn't want to seem like I abandoned this challenge, cuz I'll see it to a mighty long end.
Anyways, heres the next installment. It's a Kogan story so refer to it when reading it. It's comes after that, so yeah, if you didn't get my concept before, you'll get it now hopefully
Enjoy! =D
100 Themes Challenge – 7. Heaven (Kogan)
He'd seen neither heaven nor hell for him to know where things were heading. Frankly, he questioned a lot about his spirituality a lot, nothing ever left without questioning. But things were what they were, he learned to accept that. The future was unpredictable, always out of reach. What he struggled to learn was that it wasn't just the future, but it was his future, what his greatness was out to achieve. Such potential ran through his fingers, but he knew nothing of the sort, to do even the slightest action, that push that he needed.
Instead, he sorta accepted it. It was an inevitable, so he focused all that the future had prepared for, that which became his present. For the present was bearable than the slings of the future. And what was his present saying to him? Did he find a salvation of sorts, he discovered a light that pierced through his thick exterior and touched him in a place that he thought was enclosed. His heart started to resonate under the holiest light. He was not left to suffer, but to be born anew. Rebirth, and who was it that did this?
It was that boy from a few hours ago. He couldn't get it off his mind, that he was someone in his community that even gave a care for him. A sick little suburb that isolates classes, segregation at it's best. But that boy, from that high class pedestal that he would've been on, actually smiled down at him. And he wouldn't forget those words, "Strength, my friend."
So that's where he was, finding his source of strength. He had that little, crumpled bill within the slits of his fingers, feeling the reality of it at his hands. This was going to be used for more than just strength. A hope, a faith, a salvation perhaps? Was it a sign, what meant by it's significance? Maybe it was like a promise or something, maybe he could meet that boy again, if he held onto it. It was worth a shot.
Bark! Bark!
Oh right, Kendall's little new furry friend. That scruffy little ball of sunshine, that walked step by step next to him. Kendall and man's best friend walked by the streets, his standing height meaning his own pride tall against the sea of business. Just as that boy did, Kendall wasn't afraid to break those barriers. He didn't want those undermining looks on him again. He had dignity, and he was going to show that.
Kendall reached a small bakery on the outskirts of town, something that Kendall could afford, both him and his friend. The smell of freshly baked wafted into Kendall's senses, and he smiled at that lovely aroma. The couple that ran the shop even knew Kendall, though not on the personal level. They've seen him around time a few times, and they knew what he was. So when Kendall asked for a loaf of bread and butter, they weren't afraid to offer twice of what he wanted, for only half the price. Of all modesty, Kendall tried to refuse, but they insisted, and it was clear that the argument was lost by Kendall.
"Thank you, so much, Ma'am. You are so very kind,"
"Oh, it's no trouble, young man. Keep strong," That word again, though it wasn't from the boy. But that's what he had heard, enough to get him through a bit more.
Kendall proceeded to stroll the town a bit more, the sun clear that it was centred above the sky, but covered underneath the dreary cover of grey clouds. His feet carried him anywhere now, he didn't care anymore. He felt a bit happy, that small tiny joy that he hasn't felt in a long time, something that he probably had mistaken as love. Probably, but he hasn't known it for a while, it was probably an illusion or sorts.
It was odd how Kendall found himself somewhere mysterious out of all that. He and his little friend saw a large building right behind him. A tall bell tower on top of a larger house of authority, made out of a mix of stone, brick and glass stood mighty as it appeared. It was a church. It didn't look busy today, considering it was the working day, so Kendall proceeded to take a seat by the steps of the building, smearing butter as best he could on some slices of bread, and ate it. He took a few slices of the loaves and fed his little buddy.
"We gotta get you a name," Kendall mused as he chuckled at the tickle from the dog's tongue. What would match something like this beast. Something small, frail, and helpless on the outside, but warm, loving, heroic and determined underneath the externals. A hearty animal, for a man full of love, a fearing terror to keep the darkness out, and allow the light to pour in. The best of the best.
"How about 'Hercules' or 'Herc', because you are strong." Little Herc barked and wagged his tail, like he understood clear human English. It was amusing, but it was pleasing to hear. If he ever needed to remind himself of strength, he'd never forget it, because he can predict that Herc would be with him always. That unbreakable connection, he could feel it with him.
The day seemed to pass by so idly, because the tall bell tower of the church started to ring it's bellow, so loud and powerful, it sent the pigeons off flying in all different directions with it's wrath. It rang once, twice, a third time. It was 3pm. And as Kendall recalls, it's the time when all the school kids are about to leave their classes, returning home. And that meant if Kendall had a chance with that boy, he had to leave.
"C'mon, let's go Herc," Kendall finished the last of his bread and began to pace to where the bus would've let the kids off. He moved through streets, and alley ways, any shortcut that would've granted access to where he needed to be. Herc followed closely behind, never leaving sight.
By the time he got there, he could already see the hoard of students start to scatter as they left the bus. Kendall tried to scope out the target of his eyes, among the crowd.
"Where are you..?" Kendall whispered below his breath, but that soon got caught in his throat as he saw him make his way over. His heart thumped rapidly in his chest, he heard it in his ears.
"I see you kept your promise," The boy said, a face filled of light and smiles.
"Of course I did, I keep my promises. Besides, I have to give this back," Kendall yanked his hand out of his pocket, holding onto the unused bill in his hands. He didn't spend it on the bread, it wasn't right that he did. But he didn't take it, instead gave it back and shook his head.
"Nah, you keep it. I'm pretty sure you deserve it more than me," Kendall felt sorta bad, really he never felt any guilt receiving charity from the common folk, but getting it from an angel, and with the amount it heralds, Kendall had to do something.
"Well then, let me treat you to something then. Anything, so long as it stops making this stare at me in the face," Kendall half honestly said, half joked, and the boy caught on to the joke instead, and he chuckled at him. It was something childish, and innocent, it was light and hearty, that Kendall labelled him angelic. Because he seemed so nice and pure.
"Well," The boy mused, thinking about it a bit, "Could you get me a slice of sweet cake at the bakery? And perhaps some tea with that too," Kendall offered with a nod, so the three of them started to walk their way to the bakery.
"By the way, I didn't catch your name,"
"Mine's Kendall,"
"Logan's mine," The boy now called Logan, shot Kendall a smile, very bright, and very pure. Everything about him was so pure, that Logan seemed like an angel. He saved Kendall out from his misery, so he is his guardian. Barely, did Kendall know him, but he could put a lot of trust in him. He could feel that.
"And the little guy?"
"Oh, he's Herc. He reminds me of strength, a strong little critter."
"He must be, a fitting name." Logan said, and before the two knew it, they reached that bakery. A new display of sweet cake was on the window for purchase, and Kendall bought two slices and some tea. The owner of the shop gave Kendall a look, and Kendall was a bit embarrassed. They took their cakes out to the little tables outside the shop and ate in peace. Kendall picked little bits and dropped them on the ground for little Herc.
As Kendall was staring at Herc take his bite sized portions, he glanced up at Logan, who was scoping the town. The light was shining gracefully on his face, his hair blowing in the wind. Apparently, the skies cleared and a bright sun started to smile. It was a heavenly sight, seeing Logan like that. He must be some kind of guardian angel, if the heavens knew who he was.
"Thanks for the cake," Logan said, finishing the last bite, and took slow sips of his tea.
"No, I should be thanking you. You saved me," Kendall said, with full honesty. Logan smiled at him, and Kendall blushed a bit. He didn't really say things like that, but this was different. Logan reached across the table, and got Kendall's full attention.
"I wanna get to know you Kendall. I know you deserve better than this," Kendall felt his heart swell. Was Logan really interested in him? No one else is, they never were. So for Logan to want to know him, Kendall felt honoured.
"I'll see you tomorrow, same time?" Logan grabbed his bag, and finished the last of his tea. He shot Kendall the same smile, and started to return home. All the while, Kendall looked back at Logan.
He watched his angel walk away. But he promised he'll be back tomorrow. He'll be waiting.
Okay, hows that? Eh, well I didn't have any idea for this, the challenges are getting hard, especially for my concept, cuz first I've gotta list the order then correspond it to the theme, then write about some made up story that connects it. It's hard =S
See this is why, honestly, the most requests was Cargan, but finding Heaven and Cargan story together, I can't see it, so I decided to be Kogan for this one. But don't worry, that, and the other 4 stories will be updates soon after so watch for that.
Anyways, leave a review! =D
