So… I decided to continue!
I'd love to thank to all who have supported this little story! And…
I WOULD LIKE TO APOLOGIZE FOR THE LATE UPDATE! DX
I would also like to apologize for not replying to some reviews! X(
Sasaki stood in front of the monster.
He stood in front of the Quinx.
The monster was across them. It grinned viciously. Sasaki gritted his teeth.
They were in an empty space inside the living room. The monster had all the exits –except one- blocked. Saiko was frozen in a small space where they could've ran through and exited by. But, the monster was scary. He didn't blame Saiko. It seemed everybody else also froze. He didn't blame them either.
As a diversion he thought, he slowly walked over to the monster. The monster grinned wider.
Suddenly, in a flash, the monster had his hands around Sasaki's neck. Sasaki fell on his back on a couch. He struggled to free himself. The monster, it seemed, was rather satisfied and grinned maniacally. With the monsters fingers –which was tipped with black nails- laced around his neck, the monster opened his mouth wide. The monster was aiming at Sasaki's neck. Then, Saiko screamed.
Sasaki woke with a start. He was panting. He sat up slowly, trying to rub off the feeling of cold sweat on him. He stood up and switched on his lamp. Then, he proceeded to the toilet to wash his face.
He flicked the switch as he opened the door. He looked at his figure sleepily. Instantly, he jumped. On the mirror, on his face –No, it was his face it wasn't on, it was the monster. The stark white hair was there. His eyes weren't heterochromatic like usual. They were a pair of gray-like eyes. Then, suddenly he saw a wide, creepy grin form on his face in the mirror. The eyes widened as they looked mad. Sasaki instantly turned the tap. He quickly washed his face. Slowly, facing up and opening his eyes albeit hesitantly, the face of Sasaki Haise appeared.
He sighed relieved.
Sasaki yawned as he paced around the kitchen. He was preparing breakfast for the Quinx like usual. He looked at the scene of his nightmare, just a look on his right. He winced. He clearly wouldn't think of the area being the same anymore.
The nightmare seemed to successfully strike fear into the heart of the 22 year old.
Odd, considering the monster was actually his old self.
Sasaki stood in front of the café. He looked at it. Thinking whether he should tell Touka about his nightmare or not, he decided for a no. It was probably better if he kept it to himself.
He pushed the door open. Greeted by the same sad smile, he gave a smile and a nod.
"Hey."
"Hi."
Touka led him to his regular seat. It was far in the corner; A seat next to the window. It was raining that day. So, the natural light coming from the window was gloomy and monochrome. But, the yellow dim lights of the café gave a warm feeling. This was the best lighting for Sasaki; A bit dark, a bit bright.
"The usual?"
Sasaki looked up from his book to face Touka. He smiled.
"Yeah."
Touka gave a nod and walked to the counter. She began preparing his coffee.
Sasaki looked at her work. She was rather gracefully fast. His eyes softened. Slowly, he closed his book. He looked down on the table. He paused before leaning on his right arm. He thought about his dream.
"Monster… huh?"
"What's wrong Haise? Problems with your job again?"
"Oh, no, no. Nothing like that. Just something I've been pondering about."
"Hmm… Pondering about what?"
Touka sat on the seat across his, glued to every word he would say. She placed his coffee in front of him. He grinned sheepishly before taking a sip.
"Just nightmares."
Touka raised an eyebrow.
"Nightmares?"
Sasaki blushed, embarrassed.
"I know… it's silly. Nightmares. But… this certain nightmare kind of just embedded itself in my heart. And now… I can't even stop thinking about it."
"I get nightmares every now and then too. Don't worry."
"Regrets?"
"Yeah."
They sat in silence.
"Ah…Haise, it's time."
Sasaki looked at his watch.
"It seems so…"
He drank his coffee.
"Here's the pay for the bill. And, see you tomorrow, Touka. Thanks for comforting me."
"No problem. It's a pleasure to help you."
Sasaki stopped and turned. He walked to her. Taking something out from his coat, Touka watched in fascination.
A red rose.
She punched his arm lightly.
"Thought so… a bit too common, huh?"
Touka gave a peck on his cheek. Sasaki blushed slightly.
"See you tomorrow."
"See you, Touka."
Ok… so, as can be seen, the theme is getting a bit darker. I'm gonna change the rating and add more genre to this.
The nightmare scene was actually based on my own nightmare I had very recently –it was definitely a nightmare that petrified me.
My moods effect how I write and… I haven't been feeling as well as I should be.
A new school year is coming up for me and I've begun to feel very anxious and stressed. My nightmares are certainly not helping. And I was sick a few days before.
I would really, really like to apologize for the late update.
I cannot promise I will update soon.
But, hopefully, I will. Again, I'm sorry! X(