CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY SEVEN

Sarah

That night, I have a dream that seems so realistic. I’m running through the woods, on my way to somewhere. I don’t know exactly where I’m going, but I know there’s an important place where I’m supposed to be.

I’m alone, yet I don’t feel like I’m alone. I feel like someone is watching me. Someone is waiting for me.

Despite this, I’m not afraid. I only feel at peace here. Soft pink clouds tumble in the sky. Silver flowers whisper their encouragement to me. While lilac trees shake their leaves in a dance that I will never be permitted to be part of.

I don’t mind the exclusion. This place is obviously not meant for me. Or at least it’s not meant to be my forever. So, why am I here?

Finally, a turquoise pond comes into view. Gold sparkles rest upon it, making the water glitter in the sunlight. It captures the beauty of this magical place. And I feel blessed to be here, despite not understanding why or how I ended up here.

The water calls to me, draws me towards it. For a momen