Chapter 2
Fog was all he could see. Spanded out in waves, it was indecipherable. Realization that he had no knowledge of how he had came here filtered through his mind, into his bones, creating a weak, shaky feel. After staring out into the depths of the clouds, a decision was carried out... walk.
Forward he strode, not knowing what to expect in particular. His almond eyes squeezed into slits, hoping to heighten his viewing capabilities.
Staring into the spacious sky, as if to give him a clue, he paused. The stars were so bright this evening... the sky so clear over the dense fog.
Focusing onto the carpet of lush green grass beneath him, it was then he noticed the shoots of white flowers; their petals blooming into stars of cells and tiny organelles. Kneeling to examine them further, a peculiar sensation flowed through him. Soothing and calm...
She was here... he could feel it.
Turning slowly, he could barely contain his apprehension. Arms slithered around his waist, locking over his stomach. His hands trailed down his side, to his waist. "Raine..."
The grip released. As which, he took the opprotunity to be face to face with his dead love. Breathless was the green eyes that he had longed to see for so many years. Reaching out to trail his fingers through her hair's exterior, she permitted herself to be enveloped into an embrace; her tiny frame almost completely swallowed by his arms crossing over her back.
Tears dripped down his face, onto her hair, staining it a darker tint. Her fingers curled in his hair, her lips grazing his cheek, her scent of flowers intoxicating his nostrils.
Reluctantly pulling away, she drew her hand across his face, longing her in her eyes.
Wordlessly, he locked fingers with her hand, ignoring the transparent colour. "Raine..." Silver tears streaked down his face.
"I have little time to speak... but I have many things to discuss..." Her knees creaked as she drew herself down to the green grass. Obediently, Laguna drew himself next to her on the green carpet.
"There was two things you can do... one... is to remain here with me. You will never age, you will never be bothered with the influences of everyday life again.
"The alternative is for you to wake and live each day for your son. I know how your relationship with him is... I know how you have so many more things you want to do with your life...
"Provided this is a very important and influential choice... what you decide now may influence many lives." Bowing her head to stare at the ground, she continued. "I understand your answer... no matter what it may be."
Hesitating a moment, Laguna closed his eyes, letting the events of late wash over him once again. Brushing his hair out of his eyes, he locked eyes with Raine.
"I have made my decision..."
Fog was all he could see. Spanded out in waves, it was indecipherable. Realization that he had no knowledge of how he had came here filtered through his mind, into his bones, creating a weak, shaky feel. After staring out into the depths of the clouds, a decision was carried out... walk.
Forward he strode, not knowing what to expect in particular. His almond eyes squeezed into slits, hoping to heighten his viewing capabilities.
Staring into the spacious sky, as if to give him a clue, he paused. The stars were so bright this evening... the sky so clear over the dense fog.
Focusing onto the carpet of lush green grass beneath him, it was then he noticed the shoots of white flowers; their petals blooming into stars of cells and tiny organelles. Kneeling to examine them further, a peculiar sensation flowed through him. Soothing and calm...
She was here... he could feel it.
Turning slowly, he could barely contain his apprehension. Arms slithered around his waist, locking over his stomach. His hands trailed down his side, to his waist. "Raine..."
The grip released. As which, he took the opprotunity to be face to face with his dead love. Breathless was the green eyes that he had longed to see for so many years. Reaching out to trail his fingers through her hair's exterior, she permitted herself to be enveloped into an embrace; her tiny frame almost completely swallowed by his arms crossing over her back.
Tears dripped down his face, onto her hair, staining it a darker tint. Her fingers curled in his hair, her lips grazing his cheek, her scent of flowers intoxicating his nostrils.
Reluctantly pulling away, she drew her hand across his face, longing her in her eyes.
Wordlessly, he locked fingers with her hand, ignoring the transparent colour. "Raine..." Silver tears streaked down his face.
"I have little time to speak... but I have many things to discuss..." Her knees creaked as she drew herself down to the green grass. Obediently, Laguna drew himself next to her on the green carpet.
"There was two things you can do... one... is to remain here with me. You will never age, you will never be bothered with the influences of everyday life again.
"The alternative is for you to wake and live each day for your son. I know how your relationship with him is... I know how you have so many more things you want to do with your life...
"Provided this is a very important and influential choice... what you decide now may influence many lives." Bowing her head to stare at the ground, she continued. "I understand your answer... no matter what it may be."
Hesitating a moment, Laguna closed his eyes, letting the events of late wash over him once again. Brushing his hair out of his eyes, he locked eyes with Raine.
"I have made my decision..."