Fragile Shard 1. Fragile Shards of Dreams.
The dream embraced her, enshrouding her in the endless threads of millennia, glowing with the amber reflections of centuries. She slept eternally, yet she was not deceased. Her slumber brought forth dreams — immense, grand, and boundless dreams far more significant than herself.
They were dreams of new worlds, of universes adorned with myriad stars and planets, where black holes danced with galaxies. Simultaneously, she dreamed of the smallest dust particles on the seashore, the gentle midday breeze, the swaying of amber wheat fields, the first raindrops, mountains, and the turquoise glimmer of oceans.
These dreams were breathtaking, and thanks to the ceaseless work of neurons in her mind, these worlds came into existence. They lived, populated by utterly different beings. They were born, and they died. These worlds thrived and flourished when she smiled in her slumber; when she cried, they crumbled to ashes and dust.
Then, one fateful day, she awoke. A nurse in a pristine white coat stood by her side, caressing her forehead, and spoke of some unprecedented stroke of fortune. She endeavored to remember — recall what she had dreamt of. Yet, it eluded her, for it had surpassed her finite being — vast, limitless, and beyond comprehension.
But those worlds were no more. All the realms she had envisioned perished.
So, let us pray that the one who dreams of you and me will slumber undisturbed for as long as possible.
To never awaken.
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“Fragile Shards: Whispers of Transience” is an evocative anthology that spans 15 years of the author’s writing journey. From mystical adventures to dark introspections, these tales traverse vivid landscapes, offering a captivating glimpse into the ever-changing tapestry of human emotions and perceptions. Each story is a unique shard, reflecting the complexity of life’s experiences and the resilience of hope.
