Chapter 09: The Chant

I stared at him closely before turning around and made my way outside the room. I need coffee to calm my mind. I know it’s late but still, coffee is the only thing that could calm my nerves.

After I made my coffee, I went back to my room. He was still sitting on my bed and it looks like he had a lot going in his head. He stared at me as soon as he heard the door opening. I stared back at him and made my way back on the bed, then I sat near the edge of the bed next to him.

I took a sip from my coffee. I instantly felt how my tensed muscled relax. This is pure heaven...

"What's that?"

"Coffee?" I ask confusedly.

"What's a coffee?"

Seriously? He doesn’t what a coffee is?

"Want some?" I offered him the cup because I don’t want to explain it further. And I also don't know how to explain what a coffee is.

He took the cup from me with his brows furrowed. He suddenly paused for a moment after taking a sip. And then he spaced out while looking at the cup.

"Hey..." I nudged his arm.

"This is fucking delicious," he bluntly said. "What do you call this again? Coffee? How come this doesn't exist in my world?"

I laughed amusedly. He looks like a child just now.

I stood up to make another cup of coffee since I don’t think he’ll still give it back to me. I returned right after and sat beside him on the bed.

"You're enjoying the coffee too much.” I flashed him a mocking smirk.

"This is my first time drinking this stuff."

“Is there really no coffee in your world?" I just it amusing how he looks so ignorant,

"Isn't it obvious?" I gave him a deadpan look. What a sarcastic bastard.

"Anyway, about what you said earlier, you and I are connected?" I asked, opening the topic again

"For some reason, yes. We are like bound to each other.

"What do you mean?

"This may sound a bit ridiculous for you, but in my world, there is this what we call an Enchantress. She can read prophecies and a person's destiny. Ever since I was young, I have been dreaming about you. I saw your face countless times in my dreams."

"What?! Me too! I've been dreaming about you too for a long time!"

It was so shocking for me that the cup I’m holding almost fell on the floor.

So, we really are connected?

I'm having a hard time believing this shit because first of all, everything he just said is utterly nonsense. But... here he is now. In front of me, drinking coffee like everything that just happened is only normal.

He fell out of nowhere just a few hours ago. Should I believe him? I mean, his words match my experiences so far. I think these are enough proof already!

"Yes, so when I told my parents about you, they brought me to this Enchantress and she recited a chant."

"What was the chant? Can you still remember?"

"Yes. It goes something like this--"

Confused about a little dream I see,

I shall explain the answer to thee

Bounded by the sun since birth,

By a random child that came from Earth

Souls connected one on Earth and one in Pluvilia,

Both confused by this strange enigma

Power locked inside still exists within you,

But it's held back so the power won't get through

The girl and you are bound by a power called solar,

The chosen girl is known by the name, Heavenly Salazar.

What the hell... Creepiness overload! My name was in the chant! I can't even tell if this was made up or what!

"What's Pluvilia?" I asked confusedly as it was an unfamiliar word for me.

"It's the name of our world. And the people who live there are called Pluvenians, including me. The same way your kind are called humans."

"You didn't make this up, did you?" I looked at him with uncertainty all over my face.

"You said you'll believe me."

You can’t blame me for doubting. I just want to make sure that everything that came out of his mouth are all real. It's just too unbelievable. I can't help but to doubt.

"Okay fine. I'll believe you." I shook my head. He has no reason to trick me.

"So, you'll come with me then?" I can see the high hopes in his eyes.

"That's a different story. I still don't want to come with you and my decision is final," I said with finality that made him frown.

"You are very hard to handle."

"I'll take that as a compliment,” I stood up from sitting on the bed. "By the way, don't call me with my full name. Ven is enough."

I shrugged and put the empty cup on the bedside table.

“Hey, I need to sleep. You’re not in pain now, right? Sleep on the couch, I’ll take the bed,” I demanded and he just looked at me.

He didn’t complain anymore and just stood up from the bed and went to the couch. Good thing he listens.

I sighed before lying down on my bed. I really need to rest because I still have class tomorrow.

-End of flashback-

So, that’s the reason why he didn’t complain last night because he’s actually planning to move on the bed! The nerve of that guy!

After I took a shower, I prepared quickly and went out of the room. I saw him holding the remote for the T.V like it’s the most interesting in the world. My forehead creased while looking at him. I think he doesn't know how to use it.

"Hey, what is this small black thing? There's something written on it. What is it for?"

He kept on pressing the all the buttons, figuring out how to use it. I was smiling the whole time he's doing that. In the end, I went closer to him and took the remote to turn on the T.V.

"What the hell?! Why are there humans inside that rectangular thing?! Hey Ven, they're speaking to you. Do something!"

My jaw literally dropped because of his reaction but I instantly burst out laughing.

Oh my god, this is so hilarious! If only you could see his face just now!

I sat on the floor while still laughing because my stomach is starting to hurt. My tears are already falling from laughing way too hard. Ugh, this is killing me.

I looked at him and he was just staring blankly at me the entire time. He’s even about to glare.

Shit. I shouldn't have laughed in front of him. I faked a cough before inhaling a deep breath

"That is called a television. It's a device that transmits visual images and sounds. Humans made it. It is used for a lot of purposes and that includes entertainment. So, if you get bored in here, just watch T.V, short term for television."

He nodded without saying anything. He gets things easily, huh?

"So, those people aren't really talking to you?"

I unconsciously smiled but I managed to hide it by biting my lower lip.

"No, they're not."

I handed him back the remote and taught him how to use the buttons to change the channel and stuff. He was really amazed. He didn’t take his eyes off the screen anymore.

I just let him have his way, I went to the kitchen to cook breakfast. Egg and bacon will do. It's been a long time since I last prepared a meal for two people. It just feels strange.

After preparing everything, I called him to eat.

"What's this?" He asked curiously.

"Uh, food?"

He looked at the food disgustingly. I think there are also no eggs and bacons in their world. I wonder what kind of food do they eat?

“Just try it. It’s edible, I promise.”

I also made coffee for the two of us. I put his cup beside his plate and it was the first thing he took from the table.

"You're getting fond of coffee,” I commented and chuckled a little.

He placed down the cup and licked the side of his lips before talking.

"And you're getting fond of me," he remarked and then flashed a wide grin. "You're trying to hide your laughs and smiles but I always notice it.”

That made me stop moving. I swallowed hard and glared at him. That's not true. It just amuses me how ignorant he is. That's all there is to it. I didn't know that aliens also have their own way of making an issue.

"Just eat," I warned before continued eating.

"What do you call this food again?" He asked out of the blue. Curiosity is evidently visible in his eyes. I can’t help but to feel amused again.

"Bacon, egg and rice."

"Got it. I'll bring some of these back home."

I tried my best to contain my laughter but it’s just way too hard in this situation. Especially when you’re face to face with his innocent look. I should really stop but he's too adorable!

I stopped when I realize what I just said inside my head. Adorable? Oh my god, what the fuck is wrong with me.

"You're laughing way too hard,” he scowled.

I blinked twice before getting my coffee and drank it straight. I feel awkward.

"Sorry," I said, looking away so I won't meet his eyes and feel more awkward.

I'm not acting like myself when I'm in front of this guy!

I went back to eating "By the way, I need to go to school later. Just stay here until I come back."

"What's a school?"

I sighed heavily. I feel like I’m babysitting a child with his questions.

"It's a place where you can learn," I answered briefly.

"I'll go with you. So, I can learn too."

“No. I have a lot of things to do so I can’t be with you all the time and watch you.”

It’s a good thing he didn’t push any further and continued eating. I just told him to watch television while I’m away and to not do anything stupid.

I sighed heavily. I hope he won't cause any trouble while I'm away.