I wonder what will happen if I choose to stay in this world. Will my body die in the waking world? Since my soul leaves my body every time I travel, it would be right to assume that my body is in a state of being alive and dead at the same time.As I learned more about being a dreamer, it made more sense why dad seems lethargic sometimes as one of the side effects. It also makes sense now why his pulse was faint, and his body gets colder whenever he fell asleep.I let out a satisfied groan while massaging my stiff shoulders to relieve my muscle tension. I decided to put aside my thoughts and enjoy this relaxing bath in the meantime.After spending 15 minutes soaking in the warm water, I stepped out of the bath as I was feeling sleepy. I headed back to my room, and the maidservant quickly followed with a tray of food in her hand to deliver my dinner.* * *I stretched my body after leaving the inn. I feel refreshed after sleeping in a proper bed because we've been camping and sleeping
"Be careful when meeting another dreamer. You'll never know if he has good or bad intentions for you. Because you'll end up in a dire situation if a dreamer has a malicious intent towards you.""Remember this Sidereae...only a dreamer can kill a dreamer.""How can I tell when someone is a dreamer like me?""By instinct. It's hard to explain, but dreamers can recognize other dreamers instinctively. It's like how animals can tell if you're part of their kin or not."I recalled my conversation with Oneiroi after dying as Saintess Lucia. And by the looks of it, this man is dangerous.His black eyes were sharp and exuded an air similar to a predator. I wouldn't be surprised if he suddenly dashed in my direction and attacked me.I fought the creeping fear inside me and braced myself for any possible attacks from the black-eyed man."Nira?""Get ready!" I shouted to Eric and Layla as the man dashed toward me.KLANG!A loud sound reverberated to the dungeon walls as his axe glistened with mur
Oneiroi cackled as he couldn't hold his excitement after seeing the mark of a dream killer appearing in Sidereae's body."Ah! Can you see it Beniah? A dream killer from the Lirrian finally appeared!" Oneiroi shouted in delight. He has been waiting for a long time for this incredible moment.There hadn't been a single dream killer among the Lirrian dreamers. They were strong and intelligent enough to immobilize or avoid dream killers, and if they were in pinch, the Lirrian dreamers had strong luck to overcome or escape a scenario where they had to face the dream killers.Oneiroi wouldn't call it cowardice, but rather, it was their pride as a dreamer. The Lirrians hated the fact of becoming a dream killer. They would rather choose to die than kill another dreamer.There was a reason why a dreamer could kill a dreamer.Dreams represent the collection of thoughts, struggles, emotions, events, people, places, and symbols relevant to the dreamer and shape the individual's identity and an im
Mathieu is feeling happy as he is finally able to see Sid after almost a week. He pretended to be sick and returned to the heavens to recover some of his powers. He also took care of those bug-faced girls who were bullying Sid.However, despite his cheerfulness, Mathieu felt strange as he looked at Sid. She was bawling last night in distress, yet Sid seems to have forgotten what happened last night.He was pissed because of Oneiroi's interference. He failed to prevent Sid from becoming a dream killer, but he was relieved that he managed to save her from the last attempt by the dream killer to kill Sid.Mathieu sighed. It's only been a few days since they last saw each other, but Sidereae became noticeably thinner."That sandwich won't be enough to fill you up," Mathieu said, cutting the fried pork from his lunch. "Here, eat this instead."Sid opened her mouth and ate the piece of fried pork without hesitation. Because she wasn't able to eat her breakfast, Sid's stomach had been grumbl
It was a bright morning with clear skies and a cold breeze. The weather is still frosty as the winter has just ended, and thick blankets of snow are still covering the land, especially in the north.Yuldria Ingram has been tending the plants inside the greenhouse at the Castillon Duchy. She came from a Baron family who have been serving the Castillons for generations. Naturally, she became acquainted with Duke Darvan's family and became a childhood friend of Benjamin Castillon, the Duke's heir.Duchess Almira, a kind and warm-hearted woman, treated Yul as her daughter. Yul always accompanied the Duchess during tea time or while doing her hobbies, such as painting and gardening. And because Yul also has a penchant for growing rare and exotic plants, Duchess Almira gave Yuldria permission to enter her private greenhouse where she grows her collection of plants.Lithera is a rare and peculiar plant that blooms only one flower per season. Each flower has a different color that can be used
"What the hell are you doing, Yul!"She turned her head toward the owner of the baritone voice."Benjie? What are you doing here?"She asked the white-haired man standing beside her. Yul had to tilt her head to look at Benjie's face because of his height."I was looking for you," he replied. "Andy is coming to visit. He's on his way here.""But what are you doing? Why are you trying to cut hurt yourself? Have you finally gone crazy?"He simultaneously asked with a scowl."No, I want to try something to see if it works.""And that involves hurting yourself?""Yes."Benjie sighed."Hear me out before you think I am insane," Yul said defensively."Fine." He unwillingly agreed and leaned on the table."Grandpa told me not to tell this to anyone. But I'll make an exemption because I trust you the most."Yul started telling him from the moment she found the dead Lithera to the point when she accidentally awakened her powers and healed the plant back to life."After my discovery, I decided t
She wondered about the identity of the person who sent these men to monitor her secretly. Yul felt that these current men are more skillful in concealing their presence. The Shadow Guards that Benjamin sent to protect Yuldria killed the previous spies, forcing that person to spend money hiring more skillful men to watch Yul. She sighed heavily. There is a more pressing issue that Sid finds concerning, and it is about a Dreamer whom she met. She finds it odd that the Dreamer stayed still and didn't attack Sidereae. She was curious why this Dreamer was being quiet, and Sidereae had no idea how to react to it. She was more used to someone blatantly charging at her than this. The silent treatment is more nerve-wracking compared to exchanging sword attacks. She chuckled. It's funny how she completely adapted her ability to be a Dreamer. She also finds it hilarious that Sidereae is fine gambling her life away in these worlds. Well, there is not much difference in the waking world. Sid
"Will you please tell me what happened? I need to know it." Yul begged.He was reluctant to talk because Andy feared it would only make Yul worry. But her desperation made Andy feel guilty that he couldn't be with Yul when she needed someone to lean on.Between the two of them, Yul was the one who was the most affected in this current situation which is why she keeps on insisting Andy in giving her the whole story.Andy sighed. He decided to open his mouth, hoping Yul would gain peace of mind after hearing the story."My knowledge is limited as the Duke ordered confidentiality involving this case."Yul nodded and listened intently."There was nothing strange. As usual, Benjie was working behind his desk. We were busy preparing for the Academy's second advancement class, and because of that, Benjie suffered a lot of headaches. I saw him drinking one of the potions that he got from you. Benjie told me that you nagged him for not properly caring for his health, which is why you insisted