《Red Thread of Fate》 Prologue Jeeezzz... The sound of heavy rain that night, really wrenched the heart. Lightning and thunder continued to dance in the sky, creating anxious feeling that difficult to express.This rain storm was really bad! That night, became a gloomy and sad night. Similar to the mood of two people who were in the middle of the rain storm. Who knows know what really happened, but... Tragic... Maybe that was the right word that can be described their conditions. Although the reality is much more heartbreaking than that. In the pouring rain and strong wind that keep blowing, as if to cringey all the objects around him, that''s where the two souls stilled. They did not seem to care about the bad or the cold of the night, and stayed there for a long time without any intention of leaving. The only thing that can be seen was that the man bent over and hugged a young girl''s body. He leaned the girl''s head against his chest and held it tightly, as if he was afraid of losing it. The man just sat there in silence, hugged the body of the girl who was stretched out in front of him. Yeah, if you notice, the girl has long gone! But ... The man continued to hold tight to the cold, lifeless body. His gaze was empty, like a black hole, with no vibration or wave of emotion. It was as if his world had ended and what was happening around him was now meaningless. The only thing he felt was emptiness! The last thing he remembers ... 1 hour ago. "Hah ... Hah ..." The man ran towards the forest in this mountain in a state of panic and anxiety that can be seen from his eyes and body language. He kept running, while he shouting a name, "Yuki! Yukiii ... !!! Yuki ..., where are you ???! Yukiiiiii !!!" He kept shouting that name, but no answer was heard. He finally reached the middle of the forest at the top of the mountain, where there is a large cherry blossom tree that is blooming. Under the tree, he found a girl lying underneath. The girl did not move, her body was covered with cuts and punctures. Blood keeps flowing, creating a pool of blood around it. The man was shocked! He was absolutely devastated by the scene in front of him. His body trembled, his eyes filled with a sense of disbelief and fear. He stepped slowly while trembling. As if he could not believe what he saw, until he was right near the pool of blood. His pupils shrank, his eyes sharp, but ... almost lost his focus. He had time to stare, looking at the pool of blood. His emotions are mixed up ... Whatever he feels, it''s very hard to explain. His mind and emotions rebelled as if he did not accept the bitter truth he found. Having finally managed to regain control of his mind, He ran and quickly hugged the girl''s body without caring about the pool of blood around her. While trying to control the tone of his voice, he said... "Yu ... ki ... Yuki, Yuki, can you hear me? Yuki? Please open your eyes, Yuki? Please, Yuki? Open your eyes ... It''s me, I''ve come Yuki ... Yuki?" If you find this story on Amazon, be aware that it has been stolen. Please report the infringement. The man''s voice was soft, filled with despair, regret and sorrow. So piercing and heartbroken, hearing how he called her name ... His chest was tight as he hugged the girl''s weak body. After trying to call her name repeatedly, finally the girl named Yuki showed movement. So weak and small that maybe no one would notice it, except the man! He was instantly aware of the movement and a glimmer of hope flashed in his eyes. "Yuki ..." Call him one more time before Yuki starts opening her eyes slowly. Her body is limp ... And numb. She could hardly feel anything else and did not have the slightest energy to give a meaningful response. Her eyelids are heavy, she needs to fight hard just to open her eyes, so she can look at the face of the man who was embracing her weak body. Yuki just smiled when she could open her eyes and see the face of the man she loved so far. Her gaze is full of love and care, but also sorrow ... The look really made his heart torn and full of guilt for her. "Yuki ..." he whispered softly. Yuki just smiles, before she finishes all the energy she has to call the man''s name. "F¨± ... ma ... F¨±ma ... -sa ... ma ..." she replied slowly and weakly. F¨±ma was trembling, His heart feels like being squeezed, when the girl called his name weakly. He tried to keep his calm before smiling at Yuki. "F¨±ma ... Ma-sorry ... I''m sorry, F¨±ma ..." She asked softly. "What do you mean, Yuki? Why do you have to apologize? What do you mean? I''m the one who should apologize! I am! It''s all my fault Yuki! It''s not your fault! I''m the one guilty, Yuki ... I''m sorry ... I''m sorry ..." His sob on Yuki. Gathering her last energy, Yuki managed to move one of her hands and touch F¨±ma''s face with a weak smile, she said, "Fuma, this is not your fault. I-I, I''m also guilty... I''m sorry... I''m sorry, I love ... I love you F¨±ma, sorry ... Because of me ... You have to suffer... I ... I make you hurt, and ... You, you have to feel this pain again. I''m sorry ... If only I had never existed. If only I had died then, maybe ... Maybe now you do not have to feel anything for my departure. I''m sorry, I''m so..rry... F¨±ma. Please ... F¨±ma ... Please ... Forgive me ... Please ... Do not be sad ... No, do-.. don''t cry F¨±ma ... " "Sssttt ... What are you saying? Yuki, this is not your fault Yuki ... You better keep your energy I''ll treat you soon, I''ll take you out of here Yuki, I ..." Yuki smiled softly, and began to close her eyes before F¨±ma managed to finish his words. The hand that had been holding his face was falling down. Yeah, that was the last thing Yuki can say. Her strong desire and willpower, that keep her to survive, even with those wounds. Before she finally breathed her last. "Yuki? Yukiii? YUKIIIII !!!" Fuma keeps screaming at Yuki''s name, he knows it''s useless. He knew that, but he did so while holding on Yuki''s cold body. F¨±ma was shocked and silent, this hit him so hard. That''s what he felt when he saw Yuki''s little hand stop moving. He did not want to believe the fact he found before his eyes. He does not accept! His soul is rebelling! Why? Why does all this have to happen? Why should it be her? Why should Yuki ???!!! Feelings of anger, hatred, sadness, hurt, regret, despair, resentment and all other feelings, now mingle in his mind! He''s really angry! Angry at himself, angry at his helplessness and hatred for those people! The people who have robbed Yuki from him! Angry to the fate that is playing with them! Irritated, those negative feelings continued to fill his mind and heart for a while before finally only emptiness filled his soul. It was raining, just as Yuki breathed her last. There, F¨±ma is broken, he is destroyed. He just keep on hugging the girl he loved. He continued like that, until dawn came and rain began to subside. He then stood up, lifting the fragile body in his arms, turned towards the cherry tree and the sunrise light before walking away carrying his beloved. No one knows what''s on his mind when he stares at the tree ... No one knows for sure where the man stepped and carried the body of his lover. Nobody really saw the man again. But, we all know he''s alive. He still lives up to now among all of us. That''s where he is. He who preyed on his victims in the dark ... Without a sound without a trace as if it were just an illusion.He who swore to kill his heart and avenge for his beloved lover. Now, he''s still alive among us without us knowing his existence, until he "chose you". That''s what should happen, that''s his principle. But... What will happen, when destiny reunites them again in the future? Will that principle survive? Will he show his figure? Will people be aware of his existence? Will the secrets and crimes that he has done be unraveled? That person, Can it melt the cold heart? Which would he choose? Hatred and vengeful past or love and their future? This red thread, still remembering their souls to each other. ***** Author: Hi guys... How are u? My name is Aida Hanabi. This is my first story. Previously I''ve made this in Bahasa. There may be some errors in my English. So I hope you can help me by telling me, if I make some mistake and correct it. And I hope u all like this one. Thank u Chapter 1 : "Dream" Aghhh...!" Helen awakens from her dream ... "Ha... Hah ... Hah ..." Her breaths shaky ... It was as if she had just run from something for her life. She looked in all directions in panic. Finding that she was still in her room, Helen began to calm down. She regained her breath after panting hard. Water ... That''s what''s in her mind. She needed water ... Helen got up from the bed and went out of her bedroom, headed for the kitchen to get a glass of water. Arriving at the kitchen, Helen picks up her glass and pours the water. She instantly drinks in one gulp. Helen paused, then looked at the wall clock in the kitchen. The time shows 2.30 in the morning. "Huuhh ..." Helen sighed for the umpteenth time, before she left the kitchen heading to the bathroom. Although it was only 2 AM, Helen knew she would not be able to go back to sleep, so she decided to go wash her face. After all... The dream would wake her up again if she still insisted on sleeping. After washing her face, Helen silently stood and pondered, staring blankly at the reflection of herself in the mirror above the sink. She began to recall the dream she had just experienced. The dream is getting more and more tangible. Helen even thought she was crazy! How could she possibly assume that the dreams are real?! It is impossible! Although she kept trying to deny it, but her heart said otherwise. It is unknown what triggers this, but she knows for sure that all this started on her 13th birthday. On the night of her birthday ... Helen started dreaming ... A very strange dream! At first she did not so clearly remember the content of her dream. What she remembers in the dream was, she saw a man hugging a young girl under a big cherry tree. The scene looks like a painting. In fact almost like an illusion ... So beautiful to see, but also so heart-wrenching to look at. You know... The beautiful "illusion" actually represents a wound... A tragedy... That can break your soul and body when you witness it. That''s all she remembered ... Since then, the dream never seemed to come to her again. Halen began to forget it slowly. . But, not until she was 16 years old! When she was 16, the dream came back! At that moment, she heard the man''s voice calling someone''s name. He kept calling the name. But Helen could not hear the name. All she knew was that guy must be calling the name of the girl in his arms. The dream came to an end. She feels that she knows the name of the girl that man mentioned in her dream, but she can not remember it. Plus, she still can not see clearly the faces of the two people in her dream. This happen again on her seventeen year old birthday. She dreams of the same thing again! This time she began to see clearly the figure of the man and the girl! She can remember the name of the young girl. Yuki, that''s the girl''s name.Taken from Royal Road, this narrative should be reported if found on Amazon. And on her 18th birthday... She had a premonition that night, she would be dreaming about the man and the girl, Yuki. And true, the dream came to her again. However, this time the dream did not come only once, but repeatedly until now! The dream continues every day. For the past 2 years, the dream always come to her. Increasingly, this dream becomes more real. It''s like watching a movie or drama in live, where the main character is a couple in her dream. Until 2 days ago, she still saw the dream like a 3rd person. But 2 days ago it all changed! Precisely, June 11 was her 20th birthday. Since then, she no longer witnessed the dream as someone else, but as a young girl dying in her dream, Yuki! 2 days ago, she felt her body was so weak. She felt unable to move any of her limbs. Even to open her eyes alone, she felt it was very difficult. Helen panicked! Until finally she managed to open her eyes and the only sight that greeted her was the face of the man in her dream! She was shocked, panicked and confused, but no matter how hard she struggled, her body could not be moved. She resigned... Just stayed silent. She wanted to say something but no sound came out of her mouth. She could not clearly remember his face, but she knew and could feel what he was feeling. Anxiety, panic, despair, sadness and deep pain ... That''s what he feels. There are 1 or 2 things that never change, which was what Helen feel, even from the first time she had this strange dream. The first thing, for some reason, every time she saw the figure of the man, Helen always felt she recognized him. She feels they''ve met. And every time she saw him, this heart hurt... Helen felt her heart crushed and torn apart every time she saw him... Her soul was flying and she wanted to run to hug the man, as if he was the man she loved so much... And the second, don''t know from where that crazy idea came, and what poison she had drunk, Helen felt that the girl named Yuki was herself ?! And whenever the man calls Yuki''s name, she feels that the man is calling her! Stupid! That''s the craziest idea she ever had! How could she and Yuki be the same person? How could she imagine that she was a dying girl in the arms of her lover, not a lady who lived happily with her dream prince?! "Maybe it was because the dream kept haunting me and I was bored just being a spectator, maybe that''s why I started dreaming as Yuki? Heh ... It could be ..." She thought jokingly. Yuki and she were the same person? How can that be? Yuki is her other self? Impossible! Reincarnation? Is it possible that Yuki is herself in the past? Hah? Ridiculous ... That''s the craziest thing she ever heard! How can there be such a thing as a reincarnation in this world? That''s just a myth! Just a fairy tale before bed! Plus, her past life was so tragic? So sad... Helen continued to search for a thousand reasons to deny the thoughts and feelings she had about Yuki and the dream. She started pacing around the bathroom. She kept trying to brush off her silly thoughts and ideas. But ... The more she denied it, the stronger her god level of imagination continued. "Aghhhh... whatever! Maybe I should go to a psychologist, or maybe a psychiatrist! I feel like I''m crazy!" Helen shouted as she continued to throw a million complaints. "Wait... If I checked myself there, would not it be obvious that those people would think I''m crazy? They would think I had severe hallucinations, mental disorders and other psychiatric problems? They might send me to a mental hospital? Aghhh... OMG ... Helen ... Oh, Helen ... What a genius you are, Helen... So genius you almost dig your own grave! " Helen continues to snarl... To mock herself. She almost spent 2 hours in the bathroom just to act and thought of silly, without getting any results and now the clock has been showing 04.46 dawn! If there were other people in the house. Watching her manner of talking to herself while pacing, surely they would think Helen was crazy! What''s more she talked about things that did not make sense.They would think Helen had read too many manga, novels and watching movies or dramas. "Gggggrruuukkk ..." "Ugh ... Shit!" She curse in her heart. How can this stomach growling right now?! Helen then realized, that she had spent too long in the bathroom without results! If only this hungry stomach did not make any sound, maybe she will spend the day there. "Hmmm, never mind. Just think of the dream later. The most important thing now is what breakfast should I make this morning?" She thought to herself Helen then dragged her lazy feet back into the kitchen and began to focus on preparing breakfast and the necessities for today''s activities. Today too, will be one of the new page of her life ... "Fighting, Helen!!!" Cheers Helen, while encouraging herself. Chapter 2 : "Family & Miracle" It''s been almost 7 months since Helen''s 20th birthday, and will enter February 2016. Last year, precisely on October 29, 2015, Helen got the good news that she was elected to get a scholarship to a college in Japan by the company where she works for the time being. Helen of course was so happy! She almost jumped in joy and acted strangely in the office after she got the statement from the boss. The reason for the girl with full name "Helen Marvelyn Anwar" to act like that was because she had already long dreamed of studying in japan. But, because of financial reasons, she had to bury her dream. Even so, Helen never really gave up! She''s still trying to find a way to realize her dreams! Although now she became an orphan since losing of both her parents in an accident. At that time, she was about to be in high school. She would never forget the promises she made to her parents. That Helen would one day continue to struggle and try to fulfill her dreams, even if that were impossible! There must be a way as long as she try! Since the accident, she had to fight and survive on her own. It''s not that she had no relatives but she was reluctant to ask for help, what more, ask for the compassion from that hypocrite peoples. Because those who claim to be "relatives" or "family" had never really considered Helen and her parents as part of their family. They hardly even visit Helen''s little family when her parents were still alive.The only reason they would come to Helen''s mom and dad is when they are in trouble and need money! They continue to exercise their rights and the duty that Helen''s parents must fulfill. They would constantly "preach" about morals, truth, family and whatever they can use to corner her parents with their status as "family". Bullshit! All they want is my parents'' property! They only think of Helen''s father and mother as money maker! Every time Helen went with her parents to family events, those people would be sneaky! They will look nicely and friendly, in front of others or when they want something from Father and mother. But, when their goals and intentions have been reached, they can change their stance, In the blink of an eyes! Even their attitude will be much worse if their request is not met. They will start bullying his father and mother as someone who is ignorant, arrogant and didn''t care about their relatives and family. Though Father and mother always make their best efforts to help our extended family or relatives if they are troubled, they were the one who never existed when we needed them! When father''s company went bankrupt and we all had to sleep on the streets, one by one the cunning beasts began to show their true colors! Although the condition of our family really fell and needed help. They will make a million reasons to refuse us. They are reluctant to help. Even talking to us, they felt disgusted. Moreover, we even got expelled and insulted like a beggar or a stray cat when father came to the house of one of his brothers, just to borrow some money to buy "a mouthful of rice"*. They treated us lower than animals! Helen will never forget how those people treated her and her parents when they were poor. Helen will not forget the ungrateful traitors! How despicable and lowly they are, treating her father and mother! Absolutely disgusting! Although Helen''s little family had to face tidal conditions, it did not make Helen''s parents both discouraged in educating and raising Helen, what else to think about throwing Helen out! Helen is very grateful to have parents like them. Helen was never embarrassed when people taunted her as poor and a homeless. She was never shy or sorry when her old man was merely a peddler. She was proud! At least it''s much better than eating black money*. Father and mother never complain about their condition. Their only concern was Helen! They were afraid they would not be good parents for her and feared that Helen will suffer. They were willing to starve as long as she could eat and willing to be cold to make sure she was warm. Helen believed God would never ignore the good man and His obedient believers. And right! Thank goodness, God heard their efforts and prayers. This little family was standing up again! The small business done by her beloved father and mother also paid off. When her father was hawked his merchandise and mother was busy making lunch for them, they accidentally saw an aging grandfather standing by their stall. The old man looked tired and confused. That grandfather then approached our stall, when he saw the plate and the food we had eaten, he wanted to take it. Mom did not throw the grandfather out, she just took the leftovers and our dirty dishes. Mother replaced the dish with a clean bowl and gave the grandfather a serving of fresh and untouched chicken porridge to be eaten by that old man. Grandpa ate with gusto, he looked so starved. We were waiting for the grandfather to finish his food. After that, Dad started asking the old man. What''s his name, where did he come from, where did he live and or did he still have a family? Unfortunately, of all those questions, none of it could be answered by the grandfather.Unauthorized use: this story is on Amazon without permission from the author. Report any sightings. We started to get confused ... Dad couldn''t even believe, how can an old grandfather like him got here, without remembering anything? We saw that his body had no signs of harm or injury. It made Mom and Dad relieved, because that meant the grandfather was not treated roughly. Luckily he did not meet thugs or bad guys who might endanger his life. Father and mother also believed that this grandfather suffered from Alzheimer disease. After knowing that, the only thing we could do was to take him to the local police station. Maybe they will get a report about the missing person and there may be a family member of the grandfather who was worried waiting for news of his whereabouts. Eventually father and mother drove the grandfather over there and explained how they met the grandfather. After that, nothing so significant happened. The days went on as usual for 1 week. Father and mother began to realize that for almost a week since the incident, their trading business began to increase. There was a man who loved to come and buy dad''s merchandise. We are very grateful to God and the man, but also wonder. Why did he always buy our merchandise, and what did he do with the things he bought? Until the third week, the man finally revealed his intentions and purpose, why all this time he always come and buy our merchandise. God is just, and it is true! It turns out the man is the son of that old grandfather that had we helped. He also told me that he would move to America and intend to bring his father, that old man to come to live together, and at the same time to do the treatment on old grandpa. He was very grateful because we had found his father, fed him and made sure he was all right. The family and he was very panicked at the time, knowing the 88-year-old man suddenly disappeared from home. Therefore he also decided to meet the man who had found the grandfather. He''s determined to return the favor. But of course he also wants to ascertain who we are and what kinda person are we. And for 3 weeks it turns out he keeps watching over us. He is very impressed of father and mother''s persistence and patience. Then, he decided to reveal his intentions today. Father and mother were also surprised and grateful, saying that it was not a big deal. We as human and social beings should help each other among His creations. The man invited us to eat together at his house. At first, mother refused, mother was afraid we would inconvenience the man. But the man insisted on taking us. Finally they also melted and willing to meet the man''s invitation. Once there, we were greeted warmly and kindly. This certainly makes me and my parents both happy and sad. We are glad that these new people we know can actually accept us who look like dirty bums without looking down on us. Sad, because mom and dad remember how different the attitudes of their own relatives and families when they welcome us. It''s a pity ... The people we consider family just like strangers to us, and people we do not know, just treat us like a family. We are treated to delicious and delicate foods, that we have not seen or enjoyed for a long time. After the dinner session, the man made a very surprising announcement for the three of us. The man named Anton Kusuma then said, tomorrow morning he and all members of his family in this house will go to America and start living there. He intends to give the house to us, along with its contents. Suddenly, father and mother had stood up. They could not believe what they heard and thought their ears might have loss it ability to hear. Mr. Anton looked so satisfied when he saw the shocked expression of the three of us. Apparently He had deliberately planned all this. With a laugh, Mr. Anton explained that he was actually planning to sell this house. But after seeing the condition of our little family having no home, he and his family agreed to give us this house and land. Dad once again had refused! He feels this gift is too big and not worth what he has done. But Mr. Anton is also no less hard headed, he even threatened to give more if we do not want to receive his gift Daddy then gave in... The three of us had cried because we felt so grateful and touched, God finally answered our prayer by sending his gift through Mr. Anton and that Grandfather. That night became the most beautiful moment Helen ever remembered. That makes her even more believing, that miracle is real! As long as we try and believe in it. The house given by Mr. Anton, may not be so big for a rich man''s house. But, this is more than enough for us. Although this house looks small, this is actually quite spacious than our old house. Father and mother are people who like to live a simple life even though they once lived abundant rich, unlike his siblings who are competing to show off their wealth and their homes. If we look closely, this house is really spacious and the land is so big, our new house not only has a garden in front and back of the house but also in the middle! Apparently Mr. Anton and family are so fond of the house with many gardens and plants. Before leaving, Mr. Anton had advised his lawyers, to take care of all the necessary papers and necessities of our daily lives. Mr. Anton also had time to give extra money for father''s business. In fact he wanted to pay for Helen''s education. At least, until Helen graduate from college. But father and mother almost got a heart attack! Seeing that, finally Mr. Anton stay back to just support through Helen''s elementary grade. Helen''s parents insist on not wanting to inconvenience Mr. Anton even though he feels this is not a hassle. Dad says that for Helen''s school fees they will inshallah* can fulfill it, furthermore the money that Mr. Anton gave was more than enough for us to start a new business. Plus Mr. Anton will also pay our electricity and water bills for 1 year. For us, it is more than enough to return the favor, it is even very, very helpful for us. It is us who are afraid of not being able to repay his kindness. Really, in this world there are people who are so good like him. Our life was back to normal, Helen could go back to school like a child at her age. Father''s business is starting to grow and mother also now able to rest, relax taking care of themselves and taking care of all the housework. Helen always hoped and prayed that this happiness would last forever, until she grows up and can make her parents happy. Later she intended to keep and take care both of them, so father and mother do not have to worry about the necessities of life and other problems, like how they take care, keep and raise Helen. They just have to relax and enjoy life. That was Helen''s greatest hope and dream. And to be one of the greatest regrets that Helen felt because she knew she would not be able to fulfill all her dreams and wishes to her parents. But Helen would still find another way to dedicate her dream. She searched for other ways to please her late parents. One is to keep pursuing and fulfilling her dreams and aspirations. Though the togetherness and happiness of their lives was short, but Helen still enjoyed it. It became one of Helen''s treasured memories with her parents. Chapter 3 : "Greedy, like a rat!" Our days were full of joy and happiness ... All so peaceful, until the mice reappeared. Don''t know where they get news about our condition, when they know we have a little money, they just come and ask for their proportion. Really... Helen did not think there were shameless and ignorant people like them! How could they ask for money and declare that they have the right to the property we have, when it is all the efforts of my parents and the help of Mr. Anton. Apparently they do have a rhinoceros face! Their faces are too thick, maybe even thicker than the rhino itself, so they do not recognize the meaning of the word "shame" or "self-conscious". They kept bothering us. The climax of this is when her parents had an accident. They became one of the causes of Helen''s father and mother''s death! Helen was so dejected when she heard about her parents'' death. She was overwhelmed by deep sadness ... And confusion, about what she have to do and how she could live alone. Luckily, Helen''s parents had a little savings they collected for Helen''s college tuition later. Her father and mother also left some insurance and collateral. Though not much, but it was all enough to meet Helen''s needs during her high school sessions and the funeral costs of her parents. The greedy animal gang began to fondle Helen on the day of the funeral. They put their best "mask" to snare Helen, in order to entrust her parents'' savings and inheritance to them, because Helen was too young to manage everything. They think Helen is stupid! Besides, they assumed that Helen was too small and would not remember all the things that happened. Although Helen was still very small, but she had a strong memory! Plus, life has forced her to grow into a more mature person than other children on same age as her. Helen is not a plain little girl who will be easily influenced by the seduction of her crazy relatives even though they offer a lot of "candy". Helen even find her relatives laughing happily! They are so happy to draw up a future plan about Helen''s parents'' estate. The forbidden happiness! The greed exactly, not happiness. Greedy like rats, dirty like pigs and cunning like snakes, that''s them! Huh ... In fact, maybe the animals are much better than her relatives. They are much more despicable than that. Calling them a rat, a pig or a snake is still too good! They had long coveted the pile of Helen''s parents'' estate, but it was all gone when Helen''s father went bankrupt and it made them all pissed off! They blame Helen''s father for that. They assumed that Helen''s father and mother deliberately did so in order to make excuses not to give them any money. And when Helen''s life with her parents began to stabilize again, They became even more convinced of their suspicion? Hah! It''s crazy ... These guys are really crazy ... Who do they think they are? What great service, have they done for Helen and her parents, until they can assume that they have the right to her parents inheritance, as if we owe them money and property? After all, what sane man, who deliberately made a business built on his own sweat, went bankrupt, crushed, just to avoid the hordes of rats? Helen would bet that they are so happy about the death of her parents. That means one of their rivals as the heir to the land of the grandfather''s heritage was reduced. Once, when Helen had just returned from school, she caught her relatives in their "thievery " action. Unbelievably, what they stole are not some tv or cabinet! But it''s was Helen''s house! They wanted to sell Mr. Anton''s house to a young couple, that were looking for a house in this area without Helen''s permission and knowledge. Helen was really angry! She then confront everyone who was there. The dispute almost jeopardized Helen''s safety if Mr. Michell, Mr. Anton''s lawyer, did not come to intervene. Luckily, thanks to the help of Mr. Michell, Helen managed to overcome the greed of her relatives. Yaaahh ... As Helen said before, they were thick faced! Their faces are too thick and shrunken. Their skin is apparently thicker than rhinoceros and elephants! They will not feel pain despite being bitten by ants or other small insects. Helen doubt whether those people knew what fear and karma meant? If they were really animals, Helen was sure that they would not be smart enough to understand their own situation, even when hunters were stalking them with guns? They may behave arrogantly, then attack their hunters. They are too cocky! Maybe they''ll realize it when they get shot. But that too if they were smart enough to realize it and repent, Helen doubted it. Well ... That''s the right sentence to describe their current situation. Although Mr. Michell has given a stern warning about their actions that are beyond this limit. They still behave like a king and tyrant ruler of this country.Stolen novel; please report. Finally, Helen and Mr. Michell decided to bring this case to the court, because they have went too far and endanger Helen''s safety. Helen wonder, what else they will do for their greed. The men had been blinded by Helen''s inheritance that were less than what they owned. The inheritance and the abundant money that they think does not exist ... It''s all just their imagination! They continued to sing their allegations in the courtroom until the judge and witnesses were astonished at those people''s insolent behaviors. Everyone in the courtroom can only shake their heads after seeing the behavior of these "bandits". Initially Helen, Mr. Michell and the judge agreed to end the trial only by giving warning letters and restrictions on those rats, for them not to disturb Helen''s lives and her parents inheritance, which is now legally passed on to Helen. But ... Well~ They do not know when to back off and give up! They did not accept the judge''s decision, and started acting hysterically, to pointing and slandering that the judges and witnesses in the room were unfair and had conspired with Helen and got bribed! So many accusations and insults were thrown making the judge and everyone in the courtroom boiled over in anger! The judge also added his decision, he then asked them to pay compensation to Helen. Upon hearing that, they were getting fired and almost attacking the judge. Then the judge added a 7-month prison term and social work, to each family member involved in the greedy incident. Immediately after hearing that they would stay behind bars for 7 months, the lickers began to panic, and apologized, asking the judge to withdraw the sentence that were imposed on them. They say, that was not deliberate, they were just confused. ''Coward, loser, hypocrite.'' Helen mocks them in her heart. Unfortunately, their crocodile tears* can not fool the judge ... Everyone has witnessed the wild wars of this wolf in sheep clothing. No one has any sympathy for the bandits. Instead, they deeply regretted why Helen had to have such crazy relatives and sympathized with Helen for dealing with greedy rats, when she had just been away from her parents. The judge was also too tired of hearing their thousands of reasons, the judge threatened to increase their punishment if they continued to protest, before finally leaving the courtroom. Well ... Finally Helen can live quietly for a while. Helen knew her relatives were not the ones to give up easily! Especially when it comes to inheritance affairs! If they are not aware, then that means the door of their heart has been closed and will be difficult to save them from destruction. They are beyond help... Helen still has to make her combat strategy. Even so, Helen kept on praying that her relatives were aware and repentant. Because after all, there is one fact that she can not deny, they are still "family" from her father and mother by blood ties. How sad... Helen had promised she would never repay or disturb her relatives, as long as they never harassed, looked for trouble or touched the line of her patience. Helen would not be warm or cold to them, Helen would be just as casual as a stranger. Helen also tries as much as possible to solve all her own problems without having to always ask or get help from Mr. Michell and Mr. Anton. Helen did not want to be a burden to them. Helen also knows, what Mr. Michell and Mr. Anton have done so far was too much for her. Helen also promised her late mother that been would not bother Mr. Anton anymore, if she could, she would like to repay all the kindness that Mr. Anton has given to her little family. After graduating from high school, Helen decided to work because she did not have a lot of money. Helen initially worked part-time in one branch of a Japanese foreign company located in central Jakarta. Helen used to work as an additional assistant in the marketing staff for the company. Her job is to copy documents from the work of the team marketing, preparing materials for meetings and deliver files or reports. In addition, she also served to make coffee and drinks for the team members. For half a year she worked hard, Helen accidentally met a Japanese woman on the rooftop of her office building. At first, Helen thought the woman was one of the employees who worked here or maybe one of the team leaders from one of the divisions. They start chatting and because they feel comfortable, that woman also told disclose the problem she faced at work. Helen who was carried away by the atmosphere of intimacy among them also convey ideas and opinions bluntly without thinking. The woman was quite surprised to hear the idea. The woman then excused herself and started running like a marathon. Helen was amazed. She wondered if there was anything wrong with her words? Helen finally got an answer about it, after nearly 2 weeks later. The woman was named Naoko Kurata, one of the CEOs in this company. She happened to be thinking about some of the problems that the work team under her guidance facing. And so happy when Helen gave her a "crazy" idea. She was even surprised to find that Helen was only a part-time worker in this company, especially that Helen was only a high school graduate. Then Naoko took the initiative to promote Helen into a permanent employee, who will work directly under her leadership. And for almost 2 years Helen worked under Naoko''s supervision, she always gave a satisfactory result. Naoko always praised Helen, even joking about wanting to adopt Helen as her daughter, or matching Helen with her own child. She will even make sure her son will marry Helen. Hearing that, Helen really did not know whether she should laugh or cry Helen always has a strong sense of curiosity and learning, she is also open minded and ready to accept the suggestions and criticism from her boss and coworkers. She''s a tough and strong girl type. She is also easy to get along, so a lot of people in her office like her. Her behavior sometimes kinda "absurd"... Often makes people laugh. She became a cheerleader and entertainer in her working environment, though inevitably there will be some people who are jealous and consider Helen just lucky and smart in asskissing it. All Helen''s hard work pays off with her being chosen to get a chance to study in Japan. Helen will leave for Japan in early February this year. That means, she will be very busy for the next few days. In addition of being busy with work, Helen was also made upset because of that strange dream. Her hunch told her that she might find the answer about that dream in there, in the land of sakura. "Oh gosh, Helen ... Helen ... Looks like you''ve been watching too much anime lately." Mock herself. Understandably... Helen is an Otaku, she is so fond of anime and manga as well as japanese and korean tv dramas. She will even pursue live action films from her favorite manga or anime. Her hobby had started since she was in elementary school, but it got worse when she was in high school. Perhaps because of loneliness and boredom, Helen then sought out liberation, entertainment and encouragement for herself. Hehe ... Helen has even made plans to visit akihabara upon her arrival in japan. Hopefully she can control her mortal desires... And not tempted to buy all the interesting things she found later. "Hmm ... Just one more week ..." Helen whispered to herself, looking at the calendar in her room. "Ugh ... Even today I have to dream that again ... Even if I have to dream, at least let me have a beautiful dream! I''m tired of that tragic dream." Helen''s cry while kept rolling on her soft mattress. "Yes, never mind... Tomorrow morning must work again ..." She replied resigned while limping. "Good night Daddy, mom ... Sleep well." She said, smiling at the photographs of her parents on the small table near her bed. Chapter 4 : ""The absurd day" - This story is just fiction, if there are similarities in the name of a character, place or event, it is just a coincidence. - ???" Your attention please, passengers of Air Nippon Airways on flight number NH872 to Tokyo please boarding from door D5, Thank you." "Finally ..." Said Helen, after tired of waiting for 30 minutes in the waiting room of Soekarno Hatta airport. ''Today is February 11, 2016, I finally went to otaku paradise Yeeessss! Japan, I''m coming!'' Cheer Helen inside. Actually I''m still very sleepy, ehhh ...? No, not because of that dream, you know ¡­'' ''Well, that dream is just one of the cause... the main problem is¡­ Yeah! That''s because I can not wait to go to Japan! Hahaha ¡­'' Her inner monologue, while putting on a silly face with a giggling smile that looks weird in the eyes of the officer that was checking the ticket. Helen then realized that she became a spectacle of people and trying to stay cool, though it''s already late. "Ehem, ahem ..." Helen tried to act like ''nothing has happened'' to melt the awkward atmosphere. ''That was just a joke, the real cause was my flight hours! My plane was the very first flight, at 4 o''clock in the morning! So I had to leave at 2 am to the airport.'' She said once again in her inner monologue. Flights from Jakarta to Tokyo on average would take about 7 hours 10 minutes. And during that time, Helen tried to control herself as to not behave absurdly on the flight. The flight attendants do not stop walking around and always check their passengers. They always pay attention, even if we are in economy class. Not once did Helen see the flight attendant not smiling when facing the passengers. Maybe they are trained like that, but we can feel the warmth of Japan from this famous 5-star airline. The interior is modern, and all the fixtures like pillows, blankets are equipped with ANA logo. The aircraft is also equipped with entertainment system with touchscreen display, as well as remote control and headphones with a 3.5mm jack, so you can use your favorite headphones. Although the choice is not too much, but the entertainment on the plane is equipped with ANA original program that the content is interesting and make us feel cared for with their special choice. Overall, the experience of ANA airplane is an unforgettable experience as it is different from other airlines, all flight attendants at All Nippon Airways and their pilot crews are all from Japan, so their English is limited, and always kinda unique when they try to communicate in English with Japanese accent. This had caused a misunderstanding, between Helen and one of the flight attendants. Perhaps because the stewardess thought Helen also came from Japan, she also opened the conversation with the language of the sun country "Nani ka onomimono wa ikaga desu ka?" [Do you want to drink?] Ask the flight attendant kindly. "Eh? Nani ga arimasu ka?" [Eh? Which do u have?] Helen answered spontaneously in Japanese. "Ko-hi-, koucha, ko-ra, bi-ru, orenji ju-su ga gozaimasu ga." [There is coffee, tea, cola, beer, and orange juice.] "Jaa, ko-hi-o onegai shimasu." [Then coffee please.] "Satou to miruku wa otsukai ni narimasu ka?" [Do you want to use sugar and milk / cream?] "Hai." [Yes.] If you heard their brief conversation, Helen made an impression as fluent and understand Japanese. In fact, she''s been cold sweating! Helen did not expect the stewardess would actually greet her first. Don''t even imagine about being the one that would greet first, she would never think of being asked in Japanese, ever!This novel''s true home is a different platform. Support the author by finding it there. ''Huhuhu ... It was a relief to know that it wasn''t in vain that I learned a little daily conversation in Japanese, although it''s kinda self-taught and unorganized, or a mess. I learned a bit through anime, drama, movies and so on. The one who once interacted with me in Japanese is Naoko-san! It''s a bit of a mess and I''m so glad that Naoko-san is willing to teach and voluntarily fix some of my mistakes. If it was not for that, maybe now I ... Ughh ... '' Helen murmured to herself, unable to imagine beyond her absurd imagination. But Helen was still nervous. Given that earlier she only answered spontaneously, limited to her understanding. She could not imagine what would happen next if the stewardess came back to question her in Japanese! Please give some mercy! Not being narcissistic or something, but Helen is often mistaken for Japanese. This kind of event is not the first time. Previously, Helen had been walking in the square of Kota Tua* at Jakarta and met with some people who thought she was a tourist from Japan. They even want to take pictures together. Even worse, some of them end up chasing and stalking her! Remembering that only made Helen''s hair stand up. Not long after, Helen''s coffee was served Exactly as Helen thought, this cute stewardess begins to question her again in Japanese. ''Forgive me... Onee-san, I do not understand ...'' Helen''s inner shriek. Helen had heard rumors that many Japanese people are inadequatein foreign language, such as English. Although they work in an environment where at any time requires them to communicate in English! For example¡­ this Onee-chan*. Even though she''s a flight attendant at an international airline, she can barely speak english! When this tall, cute woman asked Helen about what menu Helen wanted to have, Helen could only surrender. She actually knows what this onee-chan is asking, but the problem is that Helen can not answer in Japanese! "Ee ... to ... Ano ... ne ... Sorry ..., but I''m not from Japan and I just understand a bit of Japanese, sorry." Helen replied slightly guilty. This stewardess was shocked and panicked, she immediately tried to apologize repeatedly while she looking like want to crying and embarrassed. "Oyurushi kudasai ... Hont¨­ni ... Shitsureishimashita." Helen kinda recognized the words of the flight attendant said. The whole point is, ''I apologize, I''m sorry for my impudence or something.'' ?? The other passengers were immediately looking at them. For some reason, everyone stared intently at Helen as if to say "you are bullying her (flight attendant)!" ''Hey, this is not my fault!'' Helen replied in her heart. ''Clearly this onee-chan misunderstands, why is it my fault, I''m the victim here! Ugh ¡­'' It''s like she want to dug a hole and hide in it. In fact, the stewardess seemed a bit cute when she realized she was apologizing in Japanese and immediately tried to offer food to Helen with broken English. "Wes-tan or Ja-panis". She keep trying hard to provide best service to the passengers, despite their limited ability. This makes Helen salute them. ?????? Tokyo International Airport (Haneda), Tokyo, Japan. International Aviation Terminal - Place of arrival- Tok ... Tok ... Tek .... The footsteps of the passengers and people passing by in the arrival terminal. Outside, there were throngs of people waiting for the arrival of passengers. Whether it''s family, friends, tourists or business associates. Of the many people who were jostling, there was a tall japanese young man, who looked cute. He seemed to struggle to hold the cardboard paper saying "Helen Marvelyn, Welcome to Japan!" Helen felt it''s a bit funny and pity him. He looks so cute as he tries to defend his "position" and a little tragic because of his big body continues to be squeezed and pushed by the crowd of people around him Helen then approached him and asked, "Kon''nichiwa, anata wa Sakamoto Haru desu ka?" [Good afternoon, are you Sakamoto Haru?] "Hai!" [Yes] Answer the young man with enthusiasm when he looking at Helen. "Welcome to Japan, Helen." Greet him with a smile. Helen smiled back and said, "Thank u ..." "I can speak bahasa a little bit." Reveal the young man named Haru. "Oh." Helen was not too surprised to hear about it, considering that she is still not proficient in communicating or interacting with Japanese language, either writing or speaking. The company must have found a guide who can communicate using "bahasa" for Helen, so she does not need to always speak English. "Ah, let''s get acquainted once more, my name is Haru Sakamoto, you can call me Haru." He smiled and held out his hand. "Nice to meet you, my name is Helen Marvelyn Anwar. You can call me Helen." Helen''s reply while shook hands with Haru. They both kept chatting and exchanging information about each other, while walking to the shuttle stop. There''s already a red car and a middle-aged man, with a sturdy and elegant body posture awaiting them. ''Wow ... That car looks cool!'' Comment Helen in her mind. Haru introduced the man''s identity, as they approached him. "Helen, let me introduce you, this is Tanaka, he is my personal butler." He stated to Helen. "..." Helen was really speechless hearing the word "butler". ''Actually, where did you came from the rich young master?!'' Helen screamed in her heart. ''Butler? Also personal butler he said? Hahaha ... Really ???'' Helen really wanted to cry because of what she heard, but no tears came out. Helen is really confused how can she get a guide like Haru? Who is a young master of a wealthy family, that even has his own personal butler! And why is this young master even become her guide? Someone please tell me! Please tell me this is just a joke! Helen continued to wail in disbelief in her mind. If only she could, Helen would have done it while rolling on the streets. Unfortunately, it only happens in her own imagination. "Hmm, Helen? What''s up?" Haru asked innocently. ''Ugh ... Please do not look at me with that cute eyes.'' Helen''s protest once again in her heart. "Helen?" Call Haru once more when he finds she silent and just stares at him. Helen feels that today is truly one of the most absurd day she has ever experienced! From the start of events on the plane, to his personal guide and butler. ''What did I dream last night ?!'' Asked Helen, before she got speechless for a few moments and replied, ''Oh ... Of course I dream that I am a dying girl in the arms of her lover!'' ''It''s sad, it''s really tragic and awful! Now it''s absurd, Ah ... Alright, forget about it, let''s think about it next time. Right now I''m really tired and need a break!'' Complained her heart. "Hmmm ... Haru ..." "Hm? Yeah?" answered Haru. "I''m really feeling tired right now, can we go straight to where I would live?" "Oh, of course, you must be very tired after that flight, I''ll get you there soon." Haru and Helen got into the car, while Tanaka stuffed Helen''s bags and things into the trunk of the car. They went to Helen''s new residence where she would live in during her stay in Japan. ''Huh! What an absurd day, Helen, why are u so silly ...?'' Asked her mind. Chapter 5 - "Encounter" "Meow ..." The first thing that greeted me this morning when I opened my eyes was this strange hairy creature. The furry creature was none other than an Aphrodite cat, its color is white. His name is Shiro, he has a long body with muscular and strong legs. The cat''s head is triangular with a sharp nose. There is one other thing unique about this one cat, he has a beautiful pair of eyes. And what makes his beautiful eyes unique is the color of his eyes. If you think he has a different eye color to each other, then I can only say correct, but also wrong. Why? Because both of his eyes have two colors that are mixed together, so calling it has one different eye color is not quite right. If you ask me where I got this cute cat, then the story will be very long. Let''s just skip it for now, because I myself am not in the mood to tell it. "Huh ..." I Take a deep breath before finally getting up from my warm bed. I dragged my limbs onto the balcony of my new living space. Shoooossss .... The wind blows gently and strikes my face, as the balcony glass door opens. Winter has passed, now spring has arrived. Entering March, Tokyo''s spring air temperature is generally around 13 ¡ã during the day and 5 ¡ã in the morning or night. While in April, the temperature will rise to about 18.5 ¡ã during the day and 10.5 ¡ã in the morning or night. In the early to mid-spring, the air temperature is still low as the days when the snow fell. However, entering the middle of spring the sky begins to clear and clean, the air temperature also begins to rise making it easier to indulge. I leaned my head against the side of the door while looking out over the sun, feeling uncertain. The cause of this is none other than an ''encounter''. My encounter with a man. In Tokyo, cherry blossoms began to bloom on March 25 and full bloom on April 2. I also set up a series of plans and schedules for this spring. One of them is to visit some or maybe all cherry blossom attractions in Tokyo. That was my original plan, my plan before that encountered took the place. All that happened right at the end of March. -Flashback¡­- ?????? Rikugein is a metropolitan garden located in Bunkyoku, Tokyo. This garden was previously a daimyo garden built by servants of the Edo 5th generation Edo shogun Tokugawa Tsunayoshi named Yoshiyasu Yanagisawa as a villa. It is designed to mimic the sights of poetry about the Wakayama prefecture area, with mountains, ponds, and an extend of flat lands. We can take a stroll through the hills in the garden while gazing at the pond, and enjoy the changing scenery every time we walk around the garden. The red brick around the garden was put there by the founder of Meiji Zaibatsu named Yataro Iwasaki in the early Meiji era. At the end of March, the cherry blossom tree located at the entrance of the inner courtyard will bloom into a small pink flower. The scenery is like a flowing waterfall that attracts many visitors. Until early April the cherry blossom tree and the garden will be given light at night. Of course I will not miss it. This tale has been unlawfully lifted without the author''s consent. Report any appearances on Amazon. Right at the end of March, I went there. I really enjoy the atmosphere and scenery of the garden. I continued walking towards the famous cherry blossom tree area. Along the way, my mood was very good and I started humming. I feel like I want to singing. Unconsciously, I began to sing a song that was imprinted in my mind. Whose song is it? One thing I know for certain the lyrics of this song was already here, inside my mind! ?????? I recall those lonely days, When I don''t have any choice I was sad and so lonely And then I met you, ¡­. I continued to sing until I caught the attention of several visitors who were also there. At that time, I really did not know if I was singing in Japanese. I just sing the words that come to mind. I sing it as if it is the most natural thing. As if I understood all the sentences. ?????? With just small wish I have, I was born again¡­ "I want to be with that person" "I always want to be happy with you¡­" And I want to protect you, For the first time in my life I want to be strong No matter how tattered it is, I want to be with you¡­ To see your smile Of the many visitors who noticed Helen, one of them looked at her closely. He looked at Helen with shock and disbelief. Helen continued walking while singing without realizing that someone was following her. The man continued to follow while watching every step Helen take. ?????? I want to be strong To tell you¡­ You are my everything But¡­ Sometime I hurt you¡­ Sometime in your heart, You want to burst tears Let''s move on, Without fear of anything. Although fate is playing with us but I want my dream to be real just for you ... Even if I had to fall over and over again, Cuz you''re here¡­ The longer the man followed Helen, the more emotion he showed. His eyes, the way he looked at Helen was so different when he looked at other around him. The gaze, like the gaze of a lover when looking at the person he loves. The look of someone who is in love. He continues to look at Helen affectionately and love in his eyes, but ... There is sadness mixed with it all. A deep sadness. ?????? No matter how tattered it is, I want to be with you¡­ Don''t give up cuz you are there Just want to live with you, To see your smile You''re my everything, everything I''m moving on with you Moving on with you¡­ I''m glad to meet you¡­ And you''re here¡­ And I''m here¡­ We will meet again Someday¡­ Thank you¡­ I always love¡­ you¡­ And here we are¡­ I found you¡­ ..... Helen POV Just as I turned and sang the last lyrics. I saw a man standing in front of me and gaze at me. I was shocked, really shocked! Somehow, though I was surprised, my face did not show it. I just stand silently, looking at the man. He is a tall, handsome man with black bangs. Somehow he has a ''cold'' aura. But this time, it changed. As he looked at me, his aura became soft and warm. His features were pale, his eyes red and watery. Cry... Yeah, he''s crying! He shed tears as if he was crying because of a memory. He looked at me with a meaningful gaze. It feels like, I was his everything in this world. I am the source of his emotions and feelings. His expression reflects hope, which then changes with disappointment and disbelief. And also profound sadness and sorrow, and a great sense of guilt. He looks .... He looks miserable. Somehow when I see his face-his expression-my heart felt hurts. It feels like being torn apart. I can not bear to see it that way. I do not want to see his sadness and grieving. I do not want him to put on a face full of pain and guilt. He looks so tortured. I want him to smile! I want him to laugh! And I want him to be happy! I do not want him to hurt, or cry, especially because of me. I can hardly stop my body. I almost instinctively ran to hug him and touch his face. I want to gently wipe the tears off of his face. I want to kiss and hug his big body tightly. My body almost rebelled. As if it has its own desires ... Almost, my body almost moved by itself. We look at each other with complex feelings which are hard to express. Why? Why does my heart felt painful to see it? Why do I want this man to not suffer? Why do I feel like I know him while we have never met? Why is he so familiar? While I can not remember who he is? Question after question flooded my mind at that time. A million question marks came to my mind. But every time I think of that mysterious man, I will remember Fuma''s figure in my dream. Why? How did I connect Fuma and the man? Is it because of their aura? Or because the figure is almost the same? Why do I think that they are the same person? I did not even see Fuma''s face clearly in my dreams! So how can I say they look alike? Moreover being the same person?! ..... -Present...- To this day, I still can not move on. That encounter really gave a very deep impression. Until my brain was Filled with thoughts of him. And one more thing that bothers me is that cherry blossom tree! The cherry blossom tree in the Rakugien park was disturbing me. For a moment when I looked directly at the giant cherry blossom tree, there was a glimpse of the memory that flashed through my head. None of the pieces of memory I recognized. But strangely enough, I just once again got a felling of deja vu with all those pictures. Like they''ve become a part of me. All like my past memory. Coupled with the man''s appearance, all reinforced the impression of deja vu in my dreams. Why did the tree give the same impression as the cherry blossom tree in my dreams? It''s impossible that reason is because the two trees are a giant cherry blossom tree! There must be something else that causes this familiar feeling. I have to make sure of all this. Is this a reality or is it just my imagination? Am I still sane or am I crazy?! A madwoman who can not distinguish between reality and imagination. And live in her own world. This is really important to me. Of course there is a feeling of fear if I find myself crazy, But this is much better! If I left it alone it would probably get worse and it would all be too late. ''Oh Helen ... Why is everything getting more complicated. What exactly happened to you, Helen? Someone please let me know!'' Asked her mind.