Hey guys... we meet again!
Well, for the moment I have nothing to say. So... happy reading.
A story that begins with the introduction of a character, who later meet its fate. All that the character see, hear and feel... everything took in color. Its life has begun to change...
That character is called the main character...
But, I am not the main character. I'm just a side character... a character that doesn't really matter... just as a complement. It makes no difference, if I'm there or not, because I'm just a side character.
But, why in spring...? the season where I met her... this girl...
Her nature is rough, hard and selfish... the person is also ferocious, unforgiving. However, her smile looked so shining... as if that shine were able to pass through the black clouds in the black sky, even to the bottom of the dark sea.
Her name is Jewel...
And behind that smile... I see something more beautiful than the stars...
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"Wow... I didn't think it would be this crowded!" Gracie said, when we arrived at the town hall yard.
The town hall still looks crowded with visitors, even after sunset. There are rarely events like this in town. Every year, at least there are only one or two, or even none at all. The book fair this time isn't as usual, because the sponsors look so serious in terms of comfort and luxury. They have almost the entire collection of books from all the writers of the world. Collection of series books, as well as the latest release book. In fact there are some books that are still in the form of a script, it is all the works of the surrounding community who are interested in displaying their efforts here. Scripts from prospective writers who want their stories to be read by others, until they were willing to copy their efforts to hundreds to appeal to readers.
I've heard the purpose of this exhibition is to find a new writer for the publisher...
"It's so fancy," Roberto commented, amazed.
"Of course, this is the only book exhibition with the world's most comprehensive collection, you know!" Jewel looks so excited, "You can even read those books here. Or if you want to collect it, you just buy it. "
"I see...!"
Roberto and Gracie seemed to be amazed by this exhibition. Well, that's because they always practice, even after school. This is the first time they have ditched their training schedule.
"But even so, it's more like an open library than a book exhibition." I said, "Let's see, the citizens read the book here, even from sponsors providing facilities such as tables, chairs, even a canteen."
"Then... why?" Jewel replied, "I don't care if this is a book exhibition or just an open library, or whatever it is. Most importantly... they all enjoy it, right? 'Our books.'" she smiled.
Our books...?
Then...
"Hey, try reading this book..."
"What book?"
"Time..."
"Time?"
"Yes I know, although the title is very simple, but the content is incredible. The plot, the characters, even the conflicts in this story are so interesting!"
"Really? who's the writer? "
"I don't know, the only writer's identity is 'J Gemma'."
"'J Gemma'? You're not lying, are you? "
"Of course not... why?"
"Because... I'm reading J Gemma's book, too."
"Really?"
"Yes... this book is also very good. I think this book deserves to be published. "
"Wound, eh? That's the second series of J Gemma's book. "
"I think I'm starting to like J Gemma's books."
"Yes... I also want to meet directly with their writer."
The conversation between two birds reading two books that they said came from the same writer... J Gemma.
"See what I mean? The most important thing is they enjoy it." Jewel said, looking at me with a smile.
Her smile blended in between the glowing lights of the town hall. Herself who was standing in front of me... for some reason... her blue feathers look so shining among the lights of this town hall.
No... this is... starlight. Because tonight... the stars are shining so brightly that not only my wings are shaking, but my body too... and my heart.
"So, is your book here?" asked Gracie, looking around.
"I don't like to read, though... but if the book is yours... I'll read it." Roberto said, "Come on, we should look for your book!" he cried while staring at Jewel.
"More precisely... my book is still just a copy of the script," Jewel replied, chuckling.
"Books... scripts, what's the difference? They're both readable!" exclaimed Roberto, grinning.
"That's right..." Gracie said, then looked at me, "Come on, Blu!"
I just nodded, then walked with them... until suddenly someone began to talk about something when the four of us were walking...
"Isn't he...?"
"Right... he is Blu, isn't he? Tyler Blu Gunderson."
"You mean Hyacinthum G... a gifted young writer who won many awards...?"
"Right, there's no mistake... it's him."
"His blue feathers... Hyacinthum, which means blue in Latin."
"He now looks more mature..."
"What is he doing in this small exhibition here? Did he also send his book here?"
"That's impossible... it's been three years since his wings were paralyzed. He's done."
People are starting to talk about me... my wings are getting more and more trembling...
"Hey...!" Roberto suddenly tapped my head, "Former artist..." he smiled.
"You look still famous," Gracie continued.
"Tyler Blu Gunderson... a ten-year-old gifted boy who won numerous awards in the world, and became the youngest writer." said Jewel, "High language... complicated words and plot, but perfect and clear. The perfect division of characters, as if he had many personalities. Multiple personality writer..."
"You know many things, eh...?" Gracie interrupted her.
"Of course... because he is..." Jewel paused for a moment, and looked at me, "A role model for us."
I see. maybe... my sudden disappearance is so influential...
"Ah, here we are..." Roberto said, once we arrived in a spacious room.
A room that became the heart of this exhibition. It's true, the sponsor is not kidding. This is the first time I've seen so many books collected in front of me. From medieval times, to the present day. Ancient literary books, to modern books like novels... are all here. From the genre of adventure, action, fiction, fantasy, sci-fi, romantic, horror, mystery, comedy, life, history.
All the books are neatly arranged on bookshelves according to their genre. They remind me of my dark room with the same bookshelves, the only difference is that... dusty.
"I thought this place is wider..." Roberto said in amazed.
"Don't be equated with the stadium..." Gracie replied.
"I never thought there would be many books here." Jewel said, looking around.
"So, where's your book, Jewel?" Gracie asked.
"I don't know, among thousands of these books." Jewel hasn't finished speaking, she was interrupted by Roberto.
"What's your book genre?"
"Eh? Ehm... slice of life." Jewel replied, slightly stammering.
"All right, I'll find it. I don't like to read, but if that's your book... I'll read it." Roberto ran immediately, looking for a book among thousands of books.
"Ah, but..." Jewel murmured, as he was gone looking, "I haven't told you what the title is."
"Haha... he's always like that..." Gracie said, "Then, what's the title?"
"Ah, there are actually two... the first is Time, and the second is Wound." Jewel replied.
"Time and Wound, yes? 'kay, I'll look for them too... " Gracie started to walk, then stopped and looked at me in a smile,"Oh, and Blu... I'll also search your books." then she started to walk again, leaving us both.
That's impossible... I haven't written for three years. All my books have been covered with dust, the sheets are torn and some have disappeared. Not possible if my book is displayed here. After all, it's just a dead-end stories...
"It's not impossible..." Jewel said, suddenly startling me, she looked at me, "Because it's not just a book, but a soul... the writer's soul. Words, sentences, even characters and plots... are all a reflection of the writer's feelings."
I can't say anything, except just staring at her...
"Why do you think writers introduces their books to the public? It's so that those who read them will not forget... will not forget us, even to death."
Then...
"Look here... I found your book." suddenly Roberto came in while showing a book in his hand, smiling, "Time, isn't it? Your first book."
"How did you know?" asked Jewel, somewhat surprised.
Roberto smiled and chuckled, "Hehe... of course from you, J Gemma."
"Me too!" Cried Gracie suddenly, carrying a book, "Your second book... Wound."
Visitors pay more attention to us...
"J Gemma? A writer who recently became famous... "
"Right, although the writer's appearance is unknown but the copy of the scripts have been in great demand."
"Do you think the blue bird is J Gemma... that blue girl?"
Yep, the visitors started looking towards us, seeing Jewel more precisely...
"Then, Mrs. Gemma... please sign our books, no... your books!" suddenly Roberto bowed, handing over the books. I think he did it on purpose.
"Bu-but..." Jewel looked rather nervous.
"Me too! Please, Mrs. J..." Gracie also joined in.
"They must have done it on purpose..." I thought.
And the visitors started fussing...
"No doubt, that is J Gemma! According to the writer's description, she is indeed a blue bird. "
"I'm sure that must be J Gemma..."
"Let's ask her to give us her signature!"
"That's right... when she's famous, we've collected her signature."
And Jewel was instantly swarmed by the visitors. Whether in the room or in the town hall yard. How not... two amazing books written by a writer who is now here. This news spread rapidly throughout the town hall.
"What do you think?" Roberto asked me as he came out of the crowd, "Isn't it great?"
"Geez, you're good at making a fuss, Robe..." Gracie said, following him from behind.
"But, you did it too!" Roberto grumbled angrily.
"Well, it looks like we'll be home late tonight..." I said, looking at Jewel who's looking a bit busy.
"I beg you, everyone, please calm down..."
But, she tried to keep smiling...
Although only two books... only two, she is able to change the world, but her smile...
Chapter 3 : Shining Smile
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And done...
I hope you guys enjoy this third chapter, and then... see you in the next chapter.
