Chug chuff, Chug Chuuf, Chooo—

A luxurious-looking train that have a matte black body with gold and silver lining pulled into the station and opened its doors.

Station Staff: "Passengers of the train 365 please prepare to board... The train will undergo quick maintenance that will take 10 minutes, Board the train before the maintenance is finished. We apologize for the inconvenience.

There's someone standing on the station. He has white and messy hair with a pair of bright red eyes.

'I still have a few minutes before boarding the train' *sigh* 'Might as well grab some coffee.'

'Where's the vending machine here?'

*walks*

'there it is'

*Click click beeep– thug*

It's been a while since the last time for me to have a free time like this. *swsh-* Coffee here tastes good too, I took a sip again and I heard the train whistle.

'Almost time for the train, Better hurry up or else I'll get left behind.'

I boarded the train, The interior was stunningly elegant. Where's my seat?...

"Ah, there it is!"

Station Staff: *ding dong* "All passengers of the train 365 please board. The train are preparing to depart the station." *ding dong*

Leaning back into the seat and took another sip of my coffee. How many hours again before I arrive on Estelle City? Uhh... I forgot but maybe 5? This is gonna be a long ride.

My name is Kiyan Feit, I'm a college student this coming academic year, I like games and music. Most people mistake my age because of my behavior, sometimes I sound like an old man when it comes to certain things but I'm only 19years old.

Anyways...

What kind of life awaits me on the city? I'm nervous but I'm looking forward to it.

I pulled out my phone and opened a rpg game. Sometimes I wish that magic really do exist... like on this game, it would make a fun twist on this world, imagine you can do the things you can only imagine haha but it's not gonna happen...

A train Attendant comes near on Kiyan and greeted him with a smile.

"Good morning, Sir. may I see your ticket? "

"Sure wait a sec"

Kiyan put his hand on his pant's pocket

'hmmm where's my ticket?? Oh no! this is not good!!'

"Uhmm I think I lost my ticket... Perhaps I can pay on cash??..."

"That's bad but I'm sorry, we don't accept direct cash payments from our passengers."

'What a way to start a day Kiyan'

"What would happen if I don't have a ticket Miss?"

"We will going to drop you off the train" *Grins*

"Whaa??!"

An old man wearing a leather coat with brown eyes and hair interrupted in our conversation.

"Here Ms. Attendant, take this ticket I'll pay for the boy since I happened to have a spare ticket."

"Sure Mister, I'll be taking two tickets... And done!, thank you. Enjoy your trip, Excuse Me."

I thought I'm a dead meat *sigh* I should thank the guy who save my ass because of my carelessness.

"Thank you Mister for paying my ticket, how much do I owe you? I'll pay."

"Don't mentioned it, you don't need to pay me back. It easy for someone at your age to mess up things. Anyways I am Will Slackerburg, just call me Will. "

Ouch! that was kind of offending but he's not wrong about that either, also Will Slackerburg... Slackerburg?? Such a weird surname.

"Thank you so much Mr. Will."

Mr. Will waves his hand at Kiyan and Kiyan slightly bowed his head. After that Kiyan stared at the scenery on window of train. The vast ocean and mountains with a lot of pine trees at the scene.

"Where are you heading to young one?"

"Kiyan Feit, you can call me Kiyan, Mr. Will. I'm heading to Estelle City."

"Nice to meet you Kiyan Feit, If u don't mind, what's your business there Kiyan"

" I'm trying my luck on the city for a better life."

"What a coincidence that's my destination too"

" Oh really? What's your business on that city?"

" I'm just paying a companion of mine a visit. Do you have plans to look for a part-time job?"

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" Yes, I need some money for my education and daily expenses too. "

" You're a hardworking soul, good for you. I hope all that hard work pays off one day. By the way, why not ask your parents for assistance?"

" I live alone Mr.Will, my parents passed away when I was little. My grandmother raised me and now she's gone too..."

Kiyan's statement left Will in shock and He bow his head slowly.

" I'm sorry, I didn't know that they're not here anymore "

"It's okay I already move on"

'Not really...'

"You said you're going to Estelle City right? It's quite crowded there but it's a prosperous city that striving whether day or night."

"Seems like you've been on that city for quite some time Mr. Will"

"Yeah but I only go there for some formal affairs "

"Aren't you pretty old for work?"

" I'm still good as new Kiyan, Don't underestimate me I can still lift a huge boulder HAHA! "

'...' Kiyan got silent for a bit.

" It's fun to have a chat with you but I'll leave this car for now I'll attend a meeting on the other car. See you around Kiyan"

Kiyan: "Thank you again Mr. Will, see yah"

Will waves his hand at Kiyan as soon he leaves his seat.

Mr. Will and I had a good conversation. I wonder what meeting he is attending but thats none of my business, I should focus on my own.

I checked the time on my phone, It's still early

*Oahmm mhm*

My eyelids are getting heavy...

Kiyan's eyes completely shut. The moment Kiyan fell asleep he dreamed of something that seems like he's on a weird place.

"What is this place?" I murmured, my voice swallowed by the silence. The air shimmered like starlight, and the vast expanse stretched endlessly in all directions. It was eerie and breathtaking, like standing at the edge of the universe itself.

I should take a look around to seek for my answer. Walking feels like I'm floating I feel so light, hmm? What is that? an object? No but a door. Who could possibly put a door on here, so many unknowns but I'm curious.

Just imagine Kiyan– that you're on a game scenario where you need to explore mysterious places.

Kiyan walk towards the door.

'now I feel like I'm not moving... or is it just my imagination?' Kiyan proceeds to walk on the unknown space

'yep, definitely not moving but it feels like the door is getting farther away from me'

???: "KIYAN"

Huh a Girl's voice? Who's there??

" You may be aware or not. Keep it on your mind that every choices you make will not change anything"

Show yourself I can't see you! And what are you talking about?

" Keep on walking the path what you think is right and we'll meet eventually when the right time comes."

To be honest I can't understand any of this. Can you tell me at least what is this place?

"How should I know? I'm just a nobody"

You're not helping at all! whoever you're.

" Oh Seems like our little chat is over. Farewell for now Kiyan"

Hey don't leave yet, tell me more about everything, who are you? ' She gives me chills when she talk

' who is she?...'

"..."

"Mr. Feit"

Kiyan opened his eyes and saw the attendant in front him.

"Mr. Feit we're at the Estelle City Train Station"

"Already? Ohh sorry I fell asleep, Thank you Miss"

"You're welcome Mr. Feit"

Ughh I overslept, I only wanted to take a nap also what a strange dream.

Anyways the train just arrived at Estelle City, time to go. This is all of my things.

Kiyan carried his backpack and some luggage on his hand.

Now, what residence again my apartment located?...

I looked at the advertisement paper on my hand

[Apartment For Rent!!!

Moving out to Estelle City? We Gotchu! If you're looking for a place to stay why not pay our place a visit! The rent is so "AFFORDABLE" and the service quality is at finest! We're Located on Lily Street at Estelle City See you~

Benefits: Downside:

Quality Service NONE!!!

Low Rent Cost

Spacious Room

Free Electric and water bill

Quiet...

If you're interested contact us!!

Here's our contact infos:

09xx xxx xxxx

123-456-789

[email protected]]

Looking at this ad again, I couldn't help but reconsider. It felt sketchy... since this is the only apartment that is available near on the university it's not bad at all. I can save some money too.

Lily street where is that? I should ask some locals. Only few people around here I was expecting a crowded environment like Mr. Will said.

The scenery here is quite nice plus the breeze are so refreshing. I can't believe I've got a chance to live here, oh I should ask that guy for directions.

Kiyan asked a big looking man who's standing on the side of the road.

"Mister can I ask?"

"Huh, What is it? If you're asking for directions, well you talked to the wrong person I'm not good at directions. Try asking that woman over there" *BurrpS*

'is he drunk? '

"Thanks Mister"

' I'll try to ask that person for directions'

There's a woman wearing a office uniform standing on the other side of the road.

"Uhm Hi, can I ask for directions?"

"are you talking to me? Sure! where are you heading to?"

" I'm looking for this residence, by any chance do you know where I can locate it?"

*Points my finger on the ad paper*

"Hmmm I didn't know the exact place but if it's on lily street, you can go far right and you'll see a café there, that's the Lily Street."

"Thank you so much" *lowers my head*

"Happy to help~"

Kiyan walks towards the direction that the woman had the pointed out and eventually, he saw the café.

Café right?, Oh is that it? Seems like it.

*Grururuggru*

Perfect timing I'll stop by at the café might grab some snacks as well.

Is this the café that the woman mentioned earlier? *Cling clingss*

There's a blonde hair girl with yellow eyes and cute face over the counter of the café.

"Hello " Kiyan said after he entered the café

"... Oh Welcome!! How can I help you?"

"Ma'am can I have a cup of hot coffee and some of that cookies?"

"Sure Thing! Black or with sugar and cream?"

"Black coffee please"

"Comin' right up, you don't look like you're from around here. First time here at Estelle City?"

"Yeah, I just arrive. I'm moving here"

"Wow, where are you from?"

"Personal Space... Uhmm btw do you know where I can locate Lily Street?"

"Oh, yeah right sorry. This street is already the Lily Street Mr. What?"

"Kiyan"

"Nice to meet you Mr. Kiyan, my name is Mari"

"Nice to meet you too Mari, but why there are no other people here?"

"Oh... Most people here at Lily street are busy at noon. They come here around nighttime. "

"What are they? A vampire? Just kidding"

"Here's your order that would be 200 Estrellean Bills. Since it's your first time here the tab is on me."

"Really? Thank you so much Mari, what a treat"

*sips*

"taste good!"

"Glad you liked it~ "

*Munch munch*

"Thanks for the meal. Mari can I ask something?"

"Yes, Mr. Kiyan?"

"Why I feel so strange about this street? Like something is not normal."

"Everything is normal here maybe it's just your imagination. You can stay here as long as you want for the day I won't charge"

"Oh right! Perhaps do you know this apartment?"

*Hands her the ad paper*

Mari's expression doomed and not saying a thing.

"... Seriously?? HAHAHAHA!"

"Why's that? Mari??"

"She's only trolling with this ad HAHAHAHA!"

"What do you mean 'trolling' ? Please explain."

"Okay okay, first of all I'm sorry for laughing like this. Yes, I know that place Second that's just a normal household of a friend of mine. "

"Normal Household? So you mean... IT'S NOT FOR RENT?!?!"

"Exactly HAHAHAHA!, That's why I'm laughing so hard right now! I never thought that someone will took the bait on her suspicious advertisment"

" I really messed up real bad on this one"

But don't worry *hiek* ahem! I'll call her through phone so we can think of a solution here. Okay?

'I feel like I'm losing myself right now ugh...'

*Bammm!*

"Mr. KIYAN ARE YOU ALRIGHT?! HEY, ANSWER ME!"

Kiyan collapsed at the table after hearing Mari's statement.