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Awakening
Head's words repeatedly rounding in Nicolas's mind, "It's time for us to take the next step." As he spoke, Nicolas's eyes began to close, and he felt himself being pulled back into the real world.
At first, everything was blurry, but slowly, his vision cleared. He found himself in his bedroom, surrounded by familiar walls and furniture. But something was off. His sister, Anya, was standing over him, a playful smile on her face.
Anya gently slapped Nicolas's cheek, teasing him. "Wake up, sleepyhead!" she said, her voice filled with laughter.
Nicolas's eyes fully opened, and he sat up, rubbing his eyes. He looked at Anya, taking in her bright smile and sparkling eyes. He couldn't help but feel a sense of wonder. In his dream, he had lived an entire life, and yet, it had only been one night in the real world.
Anya placed her hand on Nicolas's forehead, concern showing on Anya face. "Do you have a fever? Why are you acting so strange?" she asked.
Nicolas shook his head, trying to remove her hand from his face slowly. "I'm fine, Anya. Just a little tired, I guess."
Anya smiled, relieved. "Okay, brother. I've made your favorite breakfast, and it's on the table. You should go freshen up and eat quickly. You don't want to be late for school."
Nicolas nodded, stillthinking so much about Anya. As Anya turned to leave, he called out to her. "Anya, wait!"
She turned back, a questioning look on her face. "What is it, Nicolas?"
"I just... I was just wondering," Nicolas said, his voice getting down slowly then Nicolas smiles.
Then Anya smiled and walked over to him. "You can tell me later, brother. Go get ready for school. I'll see you downstairs."
With that, she turned and left the room, leaving Nicolas to process his thoughts. He looked around his room, taking in the familiar surroundings. He thought about his sister, Anya, and how much he cared for her.
As he got out of bed, Nicolas couldn't help but think about his sister's strengths and weaknesses. She was a good girl, but she struggled in school. He knew he had to look out for her, especially since he was in a higher grade.
Nicolas's thoughts were interrupted by the sound of Anya calling out from downstairs. "Nicolas, hurry up! You're going to be late for school!"
He quickly got dressed his mind still reeling from the events of the previous night. As he sat down to eat his breakfast, he couldn't help but wonder what the future held for him and his sister. "Anya's voice echoing in the house, "Nicolas, hurry up! You're going to be late for school!" But this time, there was a hint of determination in her tone.
Nicolas's heart and mind borth realized what was coming next. Nicolas was always walked to school alone, avoiding the bullies who seemed to waiting for Nicolas in the hallways. He didn't want to drag his sister into that mess, didn't want her to get hurt.
But Anya had been constantly, asking him to walk with her to school. And, in a moment of weakness, he had promised her that he would start coming with her from today.
Nicolas's mind racing, he tried to think of a way out. But before he could come up with an excuse, Anya appeared in the doorway, a look of expectation on her face.
"Come on,Brother ! You promised me you'd walk with me to school from today. Let's go!" she said, her voice firm but gentle.
Nicolas sighed, knowing he couldn't get out of it. He stood up, grabbed his backpack, and followed Anya out the door.
As they walked, Nicolas couldn't help but feel a sense of unease. What would happen when they got to school? Would the bullies notice his sister? And what would they do if they did?
Nicolas glanced over at Anya, who was chatting happily beside him. He thought in past years due to middle , senior school areas are different that why she don't know what happening to his brother but at the same time
He felt a surge of protectiveness towards her. He would do whatever it took to keep her safe.
But as they are in the mid way