The Wind of My Life

- Hey, wind head. Pass the butter over there.

Out of nowhere, I wake up and see Cassie with a "drownsing" face looking at me and pointing at the butter packet next to me.

- Ah ... Here.

I end up passing the butter to Cassie and she looks at me with a disapproving look.

- I know you just woke up, but I think it's past time to be stuck in dreams, idiot.

- Okay ... Okay ... Eat your bread and leave me.

Brotherly love is just that. Cassie and I are not as attached as most people think. Even her friends are surprised when she and I are together because we just look like we will kill each other out of shame.

- You know that today the old man is going to come, so he doesn't make up to flirt some girl or go anywhere after school. 

It seems that today, the "old man" / our father is going to return today after a whole week of him traveling to a work conference in Chicago. That explains Cassie's grumpy way today, as she wants everything perfect for when he gets home.

- Relax. I will not go to another corner. Don't even flirt. - Even because there is no one for that ...

- I hope so.

After a few seconds of silence, I realize that the house is very quiet.

- She hasn't woken up yet?

- No. But she'll wake up soon. I guess...

As expected, our mother ended up working hard on our aunt's farm and it ended up leaving her so exhausted that the first thing she did when we got home was to throw herself on the couch and sleep. Can even see her legs off the couch.

I look at the time on my cellphone and realize it's 6:45 AM.

- It's time. We need to go.

-Fine.

Cassie and I grab our backpacks to go out, but before I get mine, I go into the living room and look at my mom for a few seconds. So ...

- Take care, mom.

I hug her lightly so as not to wake her and head towards the door. I sigh a little and leave the house. Another day begins ...

07: 00 AM

I'm walking to school. It's not far from home, which makes me go very slowly and look around the neighborhood. As strange as it may be, Creast Fall doesn't even seem like a big city in the part where I live. The houses are very modest, with vegetation still intact that leaves the air lighter than in the central region, where most commercial buildings are or something like that. And I think it's good. People who walk on the street are now calm, in no hurry or afraid of something going wrong on their day.

It's what I hope it will be for me ... Because after what happened 3 days ago at the farm, I hope I'm not going crazy or something.

"Hello ~~"

The voice, the face and that smile. There's no way to forget that girl. But I don't know what happened next. The last thing I remember is that I was on the farm, lying on the floor where there is a deposit for wines that my aunt loves. When I was more awake, my mom said I was all lying on the ground and even asked me if I had been drinking . Obviously I said no, even with my aunt laughing at me saying that I already looked like my father when he was my age. Seriously, what has this old man done?

I told the truth that I didn't know how I got there, but I don't think anyone believed it. My sister was calling me a "drunken zombie" for the rest of the time we were there at the farm. But I didn't tell them about the forest or that girl. Even because I didn't know if it was a dream or some hallucination or something. But so far I'm trying to remember how I got there.

- Yo , Sebastian!

I turn around and see Ian, a friend from school, calling me and slapping his hand on my back. Ian is a very different guy than I thought. Taking the skin tone and height, we are identical ... except the fact that he was someone very popular in school for being a kind of "man of respect", where in fact it is not a jerk like the other boys from school.

- Yo , Ian. - I greet him with a surfing gesture .

- How was the vacation? - What vacation?

- If 10 days of recess is a vacation for you, someone needs to review your concepts. - Only 10 days is not a long thing in my opinion.

- 10 days you can do a lot of things to enjoy until the last second! - Too hyperactive...

- Like what? Playing video games during all night? Keep watching series in Stream ? Watching inappropriate things ...

- You already understand! Welcome to the club ! - No way!

- Is it serious that you were doing just that?

- Yes, and a little more. - Did he manage to do what he wanted?

- A little more? Are you going to say you managed to confess to Stella?

I just said that and all that excitement that he was having a few seconds ago turned into restlessness.

- Wait ... Did you do that ?!

- Ah ... Not in the right way, but ...

- What did you do?

- Let's say ... that I invited her out, right, without any harm ... and I don't know ... I accidentally kissed her ...

...

FINALLY THIS IDIOT DID SOMETHING!

- And then? - Holding on to not hug him!

- And I ruined the mood and we went to our homes without saying anything else.

...

- Ian, did I ever tell you that you're an idiot?

- Yes. About 3 times.

- And do you know why?

- Why didn't I take some chances that I could ask Stella for dating.

Breathe, Sebastian.

- Exactly...

- Come On! Like, I managed to do something. You're calling me an idiot this time for nothing.

- But that was the chance of heaven! But how was it accidental? Like, you know ... you tripped over her and ...

- Don't you think you're watching a lot of ecchi anime? - LOOK AT WHO SPEAKS!

- Doesn't matter.

- So what is it?

- I went to do that thing about ... you know ... to take ice cream off someone's face ... and she ended up turning her face and then ... we kissed ...

...

- Ian ... If it was an accident or luck, I take back what I said.

- So I WAS IMPAIRED BY MY OWN FRIEND!

- Less, please. If it's any consolation, I owe you something.

- Hmmmmm . I will make a mental note of this.

"Man of respect" my ass. But such a friend is worth having.

We met since the beginning of high school, as well as Stella. Since then, we have been class friends and let's say we are close, even so different. I am the one who helps and listens to both . Ian is what always tries to make the atmosphere of conversations or some situations lighten up, doing things that are a little absurd. And Stella is the most macho man among us. She's the type that acts very instinctively and is usually the more ... crazy. But she still has the charm of a sweet and gentle girl , which made Ian fall in love with her. And she doesn't even hide that she likes him , so I can only hope that the two of them stay together. But this nonsense has been going on for 2 years and this is making me impatient.

After a few seconds, we can see some students from the same school as ours .

- Do you remember what you asked me about those lights? - Did he remember right now?

- Yes. Did you find something?

- Then . As I say the way respectful ... You should is too crazy. Or too drunk that you don't remember.

- Dude, I said I didn't drink. I'm not crazy about drinking at a family member's home , much less with my mom around .

- So you have to remember something, because I stayed up late that night I didn't see any light. I asked some colleagues and they said the same. And no news or anything.

It was to be expected. But if no one else saw it, why did only I see those lights? No, there is something wrong with that. Even if I assume it was a dream, it was very real to me ...

- Then? Admits that ...

- I didn't drink, I don't drink and I won't drink.- Why doesn't anyone believe me?

- Swear solemnly ...

- Stop talking about these lines of police series.

After a few seconds, since we can see the school gate and piled some students, waiting until the last possible second to not get in your peninteciary blo... I mean, classroom .

- Sebastian, I'll go ahead. I'll see if I can negotiate with someone in the room to switch places.

- You know that doesn't change the fact that you and Stella will end up meeting in the classroom , right? - I don't know why, but this is amusing me.

- Forget it. Anyway, see you soon!

Ian starts walking quickly into the main building of the school and I decide to wait until the time is approaching 7:20 in order to enter . Even if the room is on the 3rd floor, I believe that I will not be punished for arriving at least 5 minutes late. Advantage of being a council member studant ...

" Have a nice day, Sebastian ~~ "

- Hm?

I look around and no one is very close to me. .. Wait a minute ... That voice ... Is it ... her voice ???

* phone vibrating

It must be in my head. .. Yeah, it must be ...

* phone vibrating

I take out my cell phone to see who is texting and I already see that Ian was unable to win in the negotiation.

- (Ian's message) Sebastian, can you get a wallet or something with your counsil member hierarchical powers? - What hierarchy?

- ( Sebastian's message ) Ian ... Just accept reality and go talk to her soon. - What a beautiful friend I am ... just not.

12:00 PM (Cafeteria)

Lunch time. I just hope no one will ask me for anything right now. What a miserable hunger . Next time, I will eat better for breakfast.

- Hi, Sebastian ~~

I look to the side and see Stella sitting next to me with her lunch. And I think that I'm not the only one very hungry.

- Hi, Stella.

- How are you? - How strange she is speaking in a more feminine tone.

- Fine. Thanks for asking. And you?

- I'm fine ... - That "fine" came out very discouraged ...

- Let me see if I get it right ... Didn't Ian speak to you today?

- Yeah ... He's been avoiding me since this morning .

- That's weird. Did something happen between you?

I already know what happened, but it will be more interesting if she says why.

- N-No ! There was nothing ... - What a cute face . It doesn't even look like it breaks the face of a troublemaker boy...

- Are you sure? Ian was acting weird this morning too. - Come on, admit it!

- Really ?! I mean ... Did he say the reason? - Said and wanted to congratulate him for the years provided.

- No, but he said it was a good thing and he wanted to repeat it if he could.

When I said that, Stella blushed. I know I'm lying, but it would be nice to see these two together. If they don't help each other, the good samaritan here plays that role.

- Did he really say that? - Ah cutie.

- Said. And to be honest, I was curious why. Would you mind if you ask why?

- But as if he's avoiding me?

- I can tell him to wait for both of us at the time of leaving school. Then when you two are alone, you ask. - Hope it works.

Stella is looking at me doubtfully, but unable to say no, she just nods.

- Fine. - Yes, champion!

Watching these two progress is going to be a very delightful thing to see. Although it will be funny. Both Ian and Stella have very unusual ways of acting when it comes to the two of them. But in the end, I just hope everything works out between them. Even though he is a typical American teenager and she is a young black girl, opposed to what many think, they are people who deserve to be happy because they decided that.

- Sebastian, did you know that Naomi didn't come today?

...

Wait. What?

- Didn't she come today?

- Yeah. They told me that she became ill or something like that, and cannot come today.

- How strange ... - It really is something strange.

- I thought you knew. Like, you and her ...

- We're not together, if that's what you thought. - But I wanted.

- Really? It is not what the students is saying. - Uninformed students sucks.

- Hmph. Apparently l, not even my personal life escapes that, right?

- If it depends on the people here, you're right. I'm glad you have me to inform you of these "peculiarities".

- I don't think that to be an investigative journalist you need to be aware of these things.

- Go to hell, go. - That's the Stella I know.

After a few minutes, we finished lunch and decided to walk together until classes returned. I ended up talking to Stella about the lights, but she also said she didn't see anything. At least she didn't screw my face like Ian did. But I don't know... I 'm starting to believe it really was a dream.

04:15 PM

- (Message from Stella) You bastard, shameless, rascal, bum of a... !

- (Sebastian's message) It was bad hehe . I have to go home early today. Take the opportunity and spend time with Ian to find out what happened.

Before I left, I ended up talking to Ian so he could wait for me in front of the main school building to go to some arcade or something. Because of that "affectionate" message from Stella, I already saw that I managed to make the two look at each other in the face. Ian still texted me asking if I had commented on the kiss, but I denied it. Honestly , if he kiss, I'll be ecstatic.

...

- (Message to Naomi) Hi. Sorry to send a message just now. I didn't know you were sick. I hope you're feeling better. Anything, tomorrow I can stop by your house to take some medicine or keep you company. I just want it to get better soon.

Yeah ... Naomi getting sick was something that caught me off guard. I never thought anyone as healthy as she was going to get sick. The most I can do is hope that she ...

- (Naomi's message) Hello, Sebastian ~~ I'm better now. It was just a normal fever. Tomorrow I'm back at school.

...

- (Naomi's message) And thanks for worrying about me. If you like, tomorrow we can both go to school together. If you want ~~

...

- (Sebastian's message) You don't have to do that. Just knowing that tomorrow you are back is a relief.

- (Naomi's message) You know, you should be careful what you say. So, it will seem that you like me a lot.

Can she read my mind even when I'm away?

- (Sebastian's message) Sorry if it sounded like this. I promise I won't do it again.

- (Naomi's message) Lol No need to apologize. Besides, I like it when you do it ~~ It looks really cute. - Seriously. One day I will end up having a heart attack because of her way.

After a few seconds, I ended up getting home. When entering the house, everything looks very clean and tidy.

- I arrived!

I make it clear that my mom just showed her head out of the kitchen.

- I'm glad you came, son.

- Help, mom?

- Well, I need you to help me here with mashed potatoes, if it's not uncomfortable for you.

- Ah yes. I'm going.

I go into the kitchen and see the stove at full power. My mom is preparing a bit of a feast. Maybe it's her love for my dad. Or she's just desperate that she woke up late.

- How many potatoes will you need?

- Get five. - Wow.

- Fine.

Turning over the vegetable part, I notice that there are some vegetables eaten in here, including one of the potatoes that I ended up taking. But I ended up cutting this bitten part and decided to help my mother with the mashed potatoes and other things she is cooking without saying anything.

(Some minutes later)

- Sigh. Got it. Everything is almost ready . You can go and change yourself.

- Fine.

- Son, thanks for the help. It helped a lot.

- No need to thank, Mom. You know you can count on me.

- I know it.

My mother giving a smile like that invigorates my soul.

- Love you, mom.

I end up walking around the house to my room , but before entering, I see a shadow under the door. It is strange why usually those who enter my room don't leave the door closed to confirm that they are not seeing my things. I look to the Cassie's room, but she's not running straight home and even ran , she would take a few minutes.

I decide to open the door and ...

...

WHAT ???

Even seeing, I can't believe what I'm seeing. IS ... IS ... Her! The girl in the forest! And still change ... wait ... WHAT ???