Ephemeral: A Journey To Find The Meaning Of Life

Chapter 21: The Star in the Night Sky

Today we are going to Eshean. The boat we were riding was quite large, because there were still many people besides us who wanted to go evacuate to Eshean. Just today, it has been a week since the war between the kingdoms broke out.

This trip will probably take a long time. We will go to a different continent. But fortunately, this ship provides good facilities for its passengers. So, we don't have to worry about anything.

The port of Yordam is famous in the three great continents that exist today. This place also has very good ship quality. Many traders who have big names in Eshean come to this port. The people of the Eshean continent were famous for their intelligence in terms of trading.

"Good fun with your trip"

......................

While on the boat, I saw a very calming sight. The sea is calm and the sky is blue. I feel like my brain is being cleaned right now.

I could probably eliminate all my negative thoughts. As you begin to see more of the world, you will realize that the world is more beautiful than you think. Just like the way you look at someone. If you focus on someone's ugliness, you'll never realize that person has a good side. But it all depends on the way everyone thinks.

......................

It was a beautiful night, I looked up at the night ceiling full of stars. Without realizing it, I shed my tears. I was really sad when I thought about it. Can I meet someone precious to me. All of these things continue to bother me.

I remember my childhood when I was taken care of by Miss Maria. I was always scolded by him, because I always came home late. Spending time alone is something I have always loved. I felt calmer and happier then.

I never thought I needed a friend. No one wants to talk to me. Be it a boy or a girl. I continued to live my life without realizing anything important.

Luke suddenly appeared in front of me. I never thought that meeting was the beginning of a new me. Starting from that night, when he came to see my singing. When I was just starting to realize it, I fell in love with him.

It made me a little aware of something. Having someone who can be with you at all times is fun. I really like his existence. I'm sure he's fighting for people right now.

"Again... He's Luke, right?" Helen spoke to herself.

......................

As usual, I relax by the side of the ship by staring out at the vast ocean. Those Elf children were playing around with the children of the human race. They can get along easily because the soul of a child is generally still innocent. I think it should be like that.

"Only alone?" Said a girl.

"Eh?... Who, huh?" Helen asked.

"Oh yes. I'm sorry, my name is Stella."

Her name is Stella, a woman from the village of Elwasch. It seems we have the same goal, to go evacuate to Eshean. We tell each other about ourselves.

We became friends who suffered the same fate, perhaps. Stella has a very outspoken attitude, she tells about everything without hesitation. This was the first time I had a friend like him. A person who does not hesitate to express his heart openly.

"Ouch!" A little boy fell down and suffered a small cut on his hand.

I can't keep quiet seeing that. I tried to perform the healing magic that I had learned during my time in the Elf village. This magic is very useful for healing certain wounds. But, of course, it will be very limited. Because I don't have a large number of mana.

"Thank you brother! That one was great." Say the boy.

"Eh?.. I-it's just ordinary magic..."

Small things can be very valuable if they are in the right place. They all praised me for healing him. No one can use that magic but me on this ship.

Feeling useful to others is one of the things that I am very proud of. This is the first time I've felt anything like this. People won't judge contributions based on numbers, but based on how sincere your intentions are.

After that incident, a lot of people on the ship asked for my help. Without me noticing, I was getting used to doing things like this. At first, I felt tired because my body was not trained.

My relationship with Stella is also getting closer. I just remembered, Stella is from the same village as Luke. I wonder if they know each other or not. They should have known each other, because they were the same age as Luke.

"Stella, do you know Luke?"

Stella was surprised to hear me say Luke's name. He smiled and looked out at the ocean.

"Look at the sea." Stella.

What does Luke have to do with the sea?

"Very quiet and comfortable. Isn't Luke like that?" Stella smiles.

At that moment I realized it. Stella is someone close to Luke.

After all, they are the friends of the village, right? Why do I feel jealous of that.

This activity continues every day. This journey has been almost two months. There is a high probability that next week we will arrive in Eshean.

I kept thinking about what kind of relationship Luke and Stella had. Why does my chest feel so tight when I think about it. I don't know why he feels so close to Luke.

"What are you thinking, Helen? It's night, you see." Ask Stella.

"Nothing..."

I'd really like to ask her. Why am I so hesitant to say it? No matter, I will still do it.

"Stella!" Helen Exclamations.

"Don't call me that out loud. Everyone else is sleeping..."

"Ep... Do you like someone right now?" Ask Helen.

Stella showed a surprised expression, then she slowly smiled.

"Hahaha, what are you trying to do. I want it to be like that."

For the first time, I saw that Stella's eyes were shining. She looks so beautiful under the night sky.

"Either... Maybe I've liked that guy for a long time." Answer Stella.

Why am I disappointed to know that?... What really happened to me. Can I say it? It seems like Stella also has feelings for Luke.

...----------------...