Shining Star

First Entry:

I woke up and was in this empty place. I couldn't see anything. I called out for my brother, but he wasn't here.

It was really weird. I walked and walked, but I didn't get anywhere. Then I started to feel tired, and I couldn't keep my eyes open anymore.

I fell into a deep sleep.

Second Entry:

Now I was in the middle of a forest. The air felt clean, different from the air in our city. But I still couldn't see my brother. Did he abandon me?

Maybe he's just lost like me, so I need to look for him. But first, where am I?

I tried to walk through the forest, but I was a little scared. I heard some weird noises and plants moving, so I ran. I kept running until I got out onto a road. I followed it and found a house.

There were two people there: a pretty lady and a man who smiled when I showed up.

I tried to talk to them, but I couldn't understand anything they were saying. Then I got a pain in my head, and after it passed, I could understand everything! It was so strange.

They invited me in, and I told them I had lost my brother. They said they would help me, so I stayed for a bit. The lady's food was very good, but it was nothing compared to Mom's.

Thinking of her, I felt sad. I missed her. I started to cry, but the lady hugged me, and I felt a little better. I hope I can find my brother and go back home to my family soon.

Third Entry:

The man started checking around the nearby town, but he told me no one had seen anyone who looked like my brother. I didn't know what to do. But the pretty lady said I could stay at their house until I got a sign. I told her he must be looking for me too, so that everything would be fine.

She made that good food again, and I cried again, thinking about Mom.

Fourth Entry:

This place is so weird. People don't have electricity or phones. I tried to ask them why, but they didn't understand what I was talking about. It's really annoying having to heat water for a bath, and I always have to blow out the candle before going to sleep. I've been scolded a few times for forgetting, but it's hard to remember when I just fall right asleep.

I don't know if my brother or my parents are looking for me. But I hope they are. Because I don't know what to do, and I'm just here waiting for them. The lady and the man said I could stay here as long as I want. They still haven't heard any news about someone looking for me, but it won't be too bad while I'm here with them.

I just hope it doesn't take too long.

Oh, I almost forgot. The pretty lady's name is Zealith, and the man's name is Varius.

Fifth Entry:

It's been a few months since I wrote here, so I guess it's a good time for an update. Still, no one has come looking for me, but if anyone is still looking, I want to say I'm okay. Zealith and Varius treat me super well, and even though they don't have candy, their food is generally very good. I always compliment her and thank them for helping me, just like Dad taught. She always hugs me when I say that. I think she likes me, and I like her too.

I wish Haru were here too. He'd like them, I think. I found out that Varius is a warrior, so Haru would probably like talking to him.

From what I understand, I don't seem to be on Earth anymore. Things here are totally different, and they don't understand when I speak my first language, or even when I write in this diary.

But if my brother ever reads this, I'm sure he'll want to know everything that happened. So that's why I'm writing. I want him to know I'm fine and haven't had too many problems since I arrived.

I just really miss him.

Sixth Entry:

I'm 15 years old now, almost Haru's age! I wonder if he grew tall?

I haven't had much time to write, and actually, many years have passed. But since so much time has gone by without news from my family, I thought it best to settle here permanently.

Not that I've forgotten Haru or my parents. But I was just remembering the past, and I think I should worry more about the present now too.

I'm fine. I help Zealith with chores around the house, and when Varius needs help on the farm, I help him too. They call me their daughter, but I can't call them Mom and Dad because I already have a Mom and Dad.

Sometimes when I put out the candles at night, I think about things from the other world until I fall asleep. At first, I missed all that modern stuff, but over time, I got used to the simple things here, except for having to heat up the water for a bath, of course. I still think that's awful.

Anyway. I hope I don't take this long to update this diary again, but the truth is, I completely forgot about it. I only found it again when I was cleaning my room.

I just get a little sad when I read the first few pages because they bring back painful memories.

Seventh Entry:

Varius was called up for the war. It's been a few months since then, and it's just Zealith and me at home. It seems a war is happening in our kingdom, and he was called along with the other men in the village to fight.

He didn't seem to want to go, but he accepted the order. Maybe he couldn't refuse.

By the way, I'm now the same age Haru was when I last saw him. I still haven't forgotten him. I always end up thinking about my brother and if I'll ever find him.

But unlike other days, today I'm glad he's not here. I think he would have been called up too, so just for today, I'll be happy not to see him.

I hope to find everyone again one day.

Eighth Entry:

Varius died. The men from the village returned and gave us the news. They say he died heroically, protecting some of his friends. That sounds just like him.

Zealith hasn't taken the news well. She doesn't talk much to me anymore, nor does she cook. Luckily, she taught me how to make her delicious dishes, so at least I can take care of her.

I'm not sure if I'll be able to write much from now on. I've been getting busier and busier. And now with Zealith... I just don't want the next time I write to be about something bad. The news about Varius was already a huge blow.

I just hope Haru is okay wherever he is.

Ninth Entry:

It's been five years since Varius died, and I've been taking care of Zealith ever since. She reminded me a bit of Haru, just like him, she stopped smiling.

But that started to change over time. She didn't return to her old self after Varius left for the war, but lately, she's been more talkative and conversational.

She started thanking me for coming into her life and for how important I had been to both Varius and her. And that even though I wasn't their blood, they considered me their daughter. She cried, and I did too.

But today, when I woke up and went to wake her, she didn't open her eyes. And just like the day I arrived, I was left alone.

I started writing in this diary to see if the pain would ease a little, but now the pages are starting to get wet with all the tears falling, so I'll stop for now.

I don't know if Haru, like Zealith and Varius, is gone. But something tells me he's not. I just hope I can see him one more time.

Tenth Entry:

I don't even know how much time has passed since I wrote here. But I just wanted to write that I'm okay.

I just feel lonely. But don't worry. I'm strong, and I'm sure everything will be fine soon.

Eleventh Entry:

Something incredible happened today, seriously. While I was in the living room, I started thinking about things before I came here. About school, my friends, home... Then I remembered that when I felt this way, like when Haru made me stay away, I had a stuffed rabbit that always kept me company.

I imagined how good it would be to have it here with me right now, and that's when it appeared right beside me.

A light like the one from that day with Haru appeared on the floor, and from a strange drawing on the ground, it showed up.

I wonder if I can do that again? Maybe if I think about a Claystation, Haru will appear stuck to it, playing Duck Champions. Hahaha, that would be so funny.

Twelfth Entry:

It's much harder than it looks, but I managed to materialize a few things. I now have soap for baths and shampoo for my hair! I've never been so happy.

However, more complex things remain a mystery. Before, I only thought about will and feelings, trying to visualize them while drawing the symbol. But not everything seems to work, yet I still need to keep trying.

Thirteenth Entry:

I made a mistake. I was so lonely that I thought maybe I could have a pet, but when I tried to summon a cat, the result was horrible. It arrived dead.

I won't try to bring anything living again. Haru, if you're reading this, please don't make the same mistake. Be very careful.

I had planned to try to make you appear, but maybe it's better to put that aside.

I had lived in this world without knowing that magic existed. I still don't know the details of how it works, but I think I can study this a bit.

Fourteenth Entry:

A few years have passed since I last wrote here. But a lot has happened recently. I met a woman named Lyrian, and we became great friends. I showed her the magic of this world, and just like me the first time, she was surprised. So I've been busy trying to teach her what I know.

At first, I couldn't explain this process very well, but I needed to think of something she could understand. So, I used the concept of threads to help her grasp it.

She's more naturally talented than I am. While I only made objects appear, she began creating all sorts of things, such as water and fire. I think in the end, she's the one who will end up teaching me about this kind of thing.

Fifteenth Entry:

Lyrian made an incredible discovery. When she tried to use the threads while wearing a crystal necklace, she could perform magic much more concentrated and precise. We're going to a nearby town to talk to a jeweler. Perhaps he can create some custom pieces that will help us channel this energy more effectively.

Lately, I've also been thinking more about Haru. He was much smarter than me, so it would be much easier for him to understand the magic of this world.

Sixteenth Entry:

I moved. I'm living closer to Lyrian now, so I don't feel so alone anymore. She likes my company too, and even though she recently got married, she still meets with me, and we talk about magic.

She wants me to teach her husband how to weave the threads too. I think it might be fun.

He's a fisherman, so maybe he has some affinity with the sea and water?

Ah, his name is Neruthis. He treats Lyrian really well, so I guess I'll make the effort to teach him too.

Seventeenth Entry:

Many years have passed, and a lot has happened.

I had lost this diary, so I ended up writing everything I discovered in various others. I found it by chance inside an old chest, but flipping through it made me return to the past. It was a pleasant surprise.

Anyway, after Lyrian and Neruthis had their second child, I decided to go on a journey. I suddenly felt the urge to see the world, so I packed a small bag and set out on the road.

I met many people along the way, such as the blacksmith Velkash and a young man named Veyndar, who dreamed of becoming a knight. I taught them a little about what I knew of magic. I believe that spreading this kind of information in the world can truly benefit people.

The amazing thing is that they quickly picked up on the idea of threads. I suppose I was the silliest one. I struggled with it so much at the beginning.

Their stories and everything we went through are detailed in another book. I intend to use this diary only to recount some facts and ideas that come to me on the spot. Looking at the first pages, I remember I started writing it so that Haru could read it one day and know that I'm okay. So I'll keep it that way.

And yes, I am okay.

Eighteenth Entry:

You won't believe what I saw today. I saw a person with cat ears, and not just one. There are dozens of people like her. They were traveling when I met them on the road. They said they came from a place with a giant tree. I hope to visit there someday.

I spoke with them a lot, and they seem very nice. However, some of them are a bit angry, even if it's not their intention. Is that a characteristic of their people?

They told me they were healers, so I taught them a bit about the threads too. They understood it perfectly, and can even use it to treat wounds.

I felt very happy about this, as I knew that what I was teaching others could genuinely help. I told them to share what they learned with those who lived with them at the great tree.

It would be wonderful if they could also pass on their knowledge.

Nineteenth Entry:

I'm back in my village. Neruthis and Lyrian's children are almost adults, and they also use the magic their parents taught them. I'm happy to see they're doing well.

Neruthis says he spent years teaching water magic to travelers passing through the village. I think many people will soon benefit from this.

Haru... if you ever read this diary, I want to say that I won't be writing after this.

I'm tired, and so I'll just live my quiet life here in the village.

But I want you to know that I never forgot you, and I love you very much.

Twentieth Entry:

I lied, this will be the last one.

I miss you.

I remembered I never told you the name of this village, so that one day you can find it. Here it is:

Crow's Corner

It's a wonderful place, with beautiful fields and mountains all around. You'll like it here.

Starting today, I'm going to lock myself in a deep sleep. I won't be dead. I'll just be sleeping. Lyrian is going to help me with it.

I want to wait for the day you come to me. I know you didn't die and that you'll look for me too. I just hope you have better luck finding me than I had finding you.

Neruthis told me his family will guard my body during this time. I trust him, so I know that will be true.

I'll be waiting for you.

Oh, and when you arrive, there's something you must say to wake me up. Don't forget it.

Shining star, coming breeze, make my wish come true with ease.

Yes, it's the same one from that time, haha.

Anyway. Maybe it will take a long time, or maybe I'll never wake up. Maybe it's just a silly wish of mine. But I really wanted to see you one more time. I miss you.

I hope the threads guide you in this world, and that they also bring you to me.

I love you very much.