A Glimmering Symbol

After the final bell rang, signaling the end of another day at school, I rushed towards the school bus, hoping to catch it before it left. But to my dismay, I watched as the bus slowly pulled away, leaving me behind. I waved my hands frantically, hoping the driver would see me, but alas my effort was unnoticed. I spotted Fe-Del, in the bus with a mischievous smirk on her face. It almost seemed like she had anticipated this situation. The bus disappeared into the distance, leaving me stranded.

Feeling a mix of frustration and panic, I looked around for any sign of help. I spotted Ma'am Crigler at the parking lot. She waved at me, motioning for me to come over. With no other options, I begrudgingly made my way towards her.

As I approached her, she couldn't help but chuckle at my predicament. "Looks like you're in a bit of a pickle," she said. "Don't worry, I got you. Let's figure out a plan." She lived at the other side of the area so she wasn't able to drop me off. She brainstormed ideas, like walking home or finding another mode of transportation. Eventually, we decided that walking was the best option. She excused me for not being able to help. She went on her own way. And I set off on foot, my backpack slung over my shoulders. The sun was beginning to set, casting a warm golden glow over the landscape. As I walked, I chatted and laughed with myself, making the best of the situation. It turned out to be a blessing in disguise, as I got to explore new paths and discover hidden gems along the way.

As I continued my journey, I couldn't help but notice a woman who seemed to be watching me from a distance. Her intense gaze made me feel a bit uneasy, and I instinctively reached for my mask and gloves, seeking a sense of security, deciding to be cautious and keep an eye on my surroundings.

Just when I thought things couldn't get any stranger, I encountered another woman wearing a colorful hijab. There was something about her warm and welcoming aura that drew me towards her. Desperate for assistance, I approached her, making eye contact and silently pleading for assistance. To my relief, she seemed to understand my silent plea and began to move towards me. With a warm smile, she said, "Oh, beta! There you are! I thought you were on the bus. Let's head back home together." Grateful for her intervention, I took her outstretched hand, and we both put on an act, engaging in lively conversation and laughter.

As we continued our charade, I glanced around, but the strange woman had mysteriously disappeared. Feeling a sense of relief, I knew it was time to express my gratitude to the woman who had come to my rescue. Walking confidently, I looked at her and said, "Miss, thank you so much for saving me!"

"You're welcome," she replied with a kind smile. I then looked forward and let go of her hand. She then spoke from back, "You know, that stalker was having a dagger.... Kelly" A wave of shock and confusion washed over me. My heart raced, and I felt a chill run down my spine. How could she possibly know my name? It was an eerie and unsettling moment, leaving me frozen in disbelief. I quickly turned around, hoping to catch her glimpse but to my surprise, the scene I witnessed was unbelievable, there was no one there. The emptiness of the space behind me only added to the mystery and left me feeling a mix of apprehension and curiosity. It was a truly surreal experience that I couldn't quite wrap my head around.

But no matter the reason, I couldn't help but wonder about the identity of the lady who had come to my aid. Who was she? And where did she disappear to? It seemed almost impossible that she could vanish into thin air like that. My mind was filled with a whirlwind of mysterious thoughts, and I found myself engrossed in a battle to make sense of it all. The questions swirled around my mind, each one more perplexing than the last. It was as if I had stumbled into a realm of enigma, and I couldn't help but be consumed by the desire to unravel the truth.

As I was still making my way home, it seems like fate had a different plan for me. It was quite a shock to lose my balance and fall onto the ground of my lovely garden. And to make matters worse, I ended up injuring myself on my elbow by a sharp, yet small stone. The sight of blood was quite distressing. Despite my best efforts to brush off the pain, it seemed to persist, refusing to be ignored. With each step towards the door, the mixture of relief and discomfort I felt was bothering me. Finally, I made it inside my house, ready to tackle the first task at hand - bandaging the wound. Taking care of myself is had always been my top priority, especially when faced with an injury but it changed after those dreadful events and I cannot forgive myself for them. I can still hear those hopeless screams and sorrowful cries.

After finding solace in the safety of my home, I felt a glimmer of comfort. With a sense of relief, I made my way towards the heart of my abode - the kitchen. It was there, amidst the familiar sights and smells, that I stumbled upon a fortuitous discovery: a lone piece of bread. Ah, what a stroke of luck! In that moment, I couldn't resist the temptation, and with a nibble here and a nibble there, I savored the simple pleasure of that nourishing morsel. Sometimes, it's the little things, like finding a piece of bread when you need it most, that bring a momentary respite from life's challenges.

My mind shoots me a task to complete my school notes along with conducting research on various articles. As I was preparing to embark on my research journey, a disappointing discovery awaited me. As I eagerly reached into my bag pack, ready to retrieve my trusty notepad, a sinking feeling washed over me as I realized it was nowhere to be found. The absence of my notepad left me puzzled and wondering where it could have gone. In the midst of my confusion, a thought suddenly popped into my struggling mind - could it be that Fe-Del, in her mischievous ways, had taken it? The mere idea of her potentially playing with me filled me with frustration and annoyance. I might harbor some negative feelings towards her but controlled myself. However, it was important to remember that sometimes misunderstandings can occur, and it's best to approach the situation with a calm and open mind. Perhaps a friendly conversation with Fe-Del could shed some light on the whereabouts of my missing notepad.

My body was feeling drained, longing for some time spent amidst the beauty of nature. As the sun began its descent, casting a dimness over the surroundings, a delightful surprise awaited me. It was the night of the Full Moon, a celestial spectacle that never fails to captivate. Seated on the soft grass near a small fence, I directed my gaze towards the luminous Moon, its radiance casting an ethereal glow upon the landscape. However, in the midst of this enchanting moment, a sharp pain suddenly shot through my neck, causing me immense discomfort. Oh Allah! I was completely taken aback, unable to comprehend the cause of this agony. My instincts urged me to investigate further, so I quickly made my way to a nearby mirror, desperate to uncover the source of my pain. And there, to my surprise, I discovered something that had eluded my vision until that moment. A glimmering symbol of the New Moon adorned my neck, a peculiar and mysterious occurrence indeed. Then, I remembered about ChuChu, my diary; I quickly wrote all the mysterious things and incidents happened today:

•Swimming Pool incident?

•That Lady disappeared but how?

•Sign of New Moon which was glimmering?

My eyes started getting heavy, there was nothing better than snuggling up in my cozy baby-blue bed. It was like a little slice of heaven, isn't it? As I lay there, reflecting on all the events of the day, sleep sneak up on me without even getting noticed. It was like one moment I am deep in thought and the next, I am off in dreamland.

Waking up with the same dream about the girl and the couple had left me feeling a bit puzzled. I couldn't see their faces in the whole dream.

Luckily, I had a stroke of luck and managed to wake up on time without any worries about being late. After getting out of bed, I went about my usual morning routine and made my way downstairs. I was curious to see if Aunt had returned, so I headed towards her room. However, it seems that she wasn't there. It was nagging feeling that I might be forgetting something or missing a piece of the puzzle. In my case, it seems like that feeling was telling me that something was amiss. So, being the curious person that I already am, I decided to take a closer look around the room. I stumbled upon Aunt's To-Do list! It was like finding a hidden treasure. I wonder what kind of tasks she had planned for the day. Maybe it will give me some clues about where she might be or what she's up to.

All activities were done except one. It listed:

□ Bring the paint bucket in Basement.

So, I made the decision to tackle Aunt's task and headed towards the basement door. With a sense of anticipation, I opened the door and took my first steps inside. And what I found- A treasure trove of interesting items!

Among the assortment of things, I came across some rusted scraps, useless parts of a cycle, a cupboard filled to the brim with books, and a box overflowing with paints and colors. It was like stumbling upon a hidden world of forgotten treasures!

A spark of light was coming from behind the books. I stepped closer to them and placed the books aside, and to my shock there was a secret door!