The Rising Sun

32

I stood in the center of the symbol with Prince Riana and Gererou. Nara fell asleep on the Prince's shoulders. Meanwhile Reverend Serfa stood on the altar. He cast a spell so quickly that his voice was almost like the hum of a bee.

I haven't seen Serfa in a long time. Ever since in the woods. My guess, Prince Riana, told him to avoid meeting with me as much as possible. He seemed calm when he met me. As if nothing ever happened. I try to control my emotions. Try to stay calm and unaffected by meetings with him. At first it was hard. But Nara's smile was able to make me realize that she was the only one who could bring me to the world. I should be able to put my feelings aside and use my logic.

We left sooner than planned because Prime Minister Borendo was so aggressive. Argueda was beaten by him. But it is fortunate that Prince Arana got help from neighboring countries that have been friends with Argueda. Garduete provided help though not much. Because in this country itself is facing attacks from other countries that use the situation to destroy Garduete. They came here with the aim of helping to secure the world but also looking for loopholes in search of Garduete's weakness. When Garduete tried to improve the condition of his country, they launched an attack.

Makes me think who is the real devil in this world ?.

Reverend Serfa shouted out loud. Disperse my reverie. The symbols started moving around us. I watched Gererou. His loyalty is truly extraordinary. He willingly goes to the unknown world to escort Prince Sera's son. If I have to go back to this world. This boy will be with Gererou until he returns. The prince held my hand with one free hand. A white blackhole appeared in front of us. With steady steps, we got into it.

We made it back to the world I grew up in. Stranded in a sacred room I recognize. I'm lucky I didn't faint. Nara had severe nausea. It is natural to remember that the journey we went through was not a pleasant one. Aunt Sheira went into the room. Maybe he heard a voice that shouldn't exist. I was surprised to see Aunt Sheira was much older than I remembered. How long have we not seen each other ?. I counted in my heart and realized eight years had passed.

"Yuki's.." Aunt Sheira was in disbelief. I immediately ran to hug Aunt tightly. Our cries broke.

I can't believe I'm seeing him again.

We hugged until we felt quite calm. Aunt Sheira bowed her head respectfully to Prince Riana. He was shocked when he saw Nara.

"This is my son bi..Nara" My whisper. Aunt sheira smiled happily. He reached Nara. Taking it from Prince Riana's embrace. There was a freshness in his eyes. Like a grandmother who first met her granddaughter.

"He's very handsome" said Aunt Sheira happily.

"I will prepare a room for you to rest. Nara also needs to shower and change clothes"

I nodded in agreement.

I sat on the porch watching the road in front of me. A car has just turned at the end of the alley. I close my sweater. Surprised to learn that Aunt Sheira kept my room even though I didn't live there. My clothes are still there. Some I can still use. Phil invites Prince and Gererou to go shopping for clothes. I could hardly hide my laughter when I saw the strange expression on Gererou's face when I saw the car running. The prince looked calm, Yet I knew he was tense. He's studying life here. My gut feeling after a week they'll be able to adjust to life in this world. I don't have to worry too much.

I heard Nara's laughter. Sheira's aunt is in the yard playing with Nara. Either by coincidence or not. Aunt Sheira and Phil have lost their only 5-year-old son in an accident. A car sped up and hit a cake shop. Naas, their son Sam, was standing at the window counting the buses passing by when the car hit him. Sam died on the spot. Maybe this is what makes Aunt Sheira look older than she should be. Sadness has eaten away his age.

I'm standing. My stomach seems to move. This kid is more active than when I was pregnant with Nara. Aunt Sheira realized when I approached her. Both Phil and Bibi welcomed when We told them to stay here until the child in my womb was two years old. They didn't mind if Gererou came with them later. Gererou will live in a small building next to our house which is usually rented for a place to live. That way he can continue to be near this child later. In addition, He would be more free to do his activities without feeling awkward than if He had to live with Aunt Sheira and Phil.

Phil promised to take care of the papers to make it easier for Gererou during her stay here. I was relieved to hear it.

"Are you hungry ?" Aunt Sheira asked worriedly to see me tired as I walked with my stomach growing bigger.

"I'm afraid Nara's making Aunt tired"

"You're this..He's a very sweet boy. Maybe I feel tired of taking care of it. If you want to. Let all your children take care of it. I'd be happy to take care of them"

I grimaced hearing Aunt Sheira's slumber. Aunt Sheira has known all my stories all along. He's also willing to take care of my son when I'm forced to leave him for his safety. I feel grateful to have an aunt as good as her.