Stay By Me (Heart Book Series #1)

Chapter Three

As the married couple prayed to the moon for a miracle, their prayers were answered. There in front of them was a little girl. It was battered and tired. The little girl didn’t eat at all. She was too skinny.  She was carried by the married couple who found her. No one didn’t retrieved her. Her hair was silver-gray. It was a similar color to the moon. The human couple didn’t mind her hair color. They brought them in. The little girl had an enchanting aura. As well as an intoxicating scent. 

It would remind you of a special flower. This flower was called hanabito. It can attract anyone, men or women, to the scent. Like how bees are attracted to the sweet taste of the nectar from a flower. They groomed her very well. They really raised her. It was like a miracle for the humans. They were a poor family. Couples who weren't able to have their child. The child came into their lives. It made them happy. Good things would've happened for the human lovers. 

The married woman always comes in and brushes her hair everyday. The married man would hire people to teach them everything they want her to learn. They taught her many things. The little girl was home-schooled for most of her life. The woman looked at the child with love. The man looked at his wife. And the woman looked at her husband. They both nodded at each other.

“ Little girl, what is your name ? “ said the married woman as she gently took care of her with a caring heart.

The little girl shook her head at her.

“ You do not know your name ? “ said the woman’s husband as he saw his wife looking sad.

The little girl shook her head in response to her question. The woman sighs.

The woman looked at the moon. 

“ Since we do not know your real name. How about we call you Quincy Rose ? “ said the woman as she looked at her and to her husband when she sighs again.

The little girl shakes her head up and down emotionally.

“ My dear, you can call me mom if you like. If you're not comfortable then you can call me Himeko. It is my first name. “ said the woman as she introduced herself to the little girl.

“ This man here, you can call him father if you like. If you’re not comfortable then you can call him Donato. It’s his first name “ as the woman pointed at him.

The little girl looked at them. Then she tilted her head.

“ As for me and his last name, we are Mr. Star and Mrs. Star '' said Himeko and Donato Star as they took a deep breath after introducing themself to the little girl.

The little girl smiled as she looked at them with excitement. When she smiles, they feel warmth in their hearts. It melts away whatever bad feelings they had. Mr. Star picked Quincy. He carried her like a baby. Even though she’s only three-years-old.

“ I forgot to ask you, Quincy, my child. How old are you ? “ said Mrs. Star as she was behind her husband as he walked up the stairs.

The little girl turned around over his shoulder. She starts to be in deep thought. She held one of her hands up in the sky as she counted her finger. She holds up three fingers to her.

“ Wow you know counting. So, you’re three-years-old. You’re so adorable at that age “ said Mrs. Star as she was excited for her.

They brought them to their room. They shared a room together. As they didn’t have enough rooms. Because they are poor. They still need to find a job, so they could get a new house to live in. As months, days and years have passed, it is getting better for them. Quincy was a fast learner. At the age of three, she learned how to read, write, speak and understand multiple spoken languages. She was a language genius. At the age of four, she was talented in playing as many musical instruments there are. 

At age five, she was a prodigy in all the variety of dance styles. As she was a genius at everything, she was scouted by many famous labels that do music, fashion, acting, etc. Her family allows her to do it all. Quincy’s adopted family had enough money to start their own family business. Mrs. Star was famous for her designing. So, she’s good at designing clothes and making them. Mr. Star was famous for his musical talent. They used to be famous in a celebrity world. But, they quit their job once they were married. 

Their entertainment label they were in does not allow it. She helped her family open their first store. It was called ‘ Eternal Dream of Sacred Heart “. It was supposed to help people with their hopes and dreams. Her mother and father were their managers. Their house was the only one as a studio, since it’s not big enough. It was tough work. But, they manage to pull it off.  Quincy starts her career early at a young age. She did it at the age of three, while she was still learning.

Her mother loves to make clothes for her little girl. She didn’t mind. As she wears the clothes that her mother made for her, she goes out wearing it. And anyone who saw it wanted to have it. Even though there are tons of clothes. Her mother was also good at styling clothes. So, she knows what looks good. She would match it based on her emotions and weather. Her current outfit she wore was a rosy star print on the skirt, but the color was fuchsia. Her top had a crescent moon with a phoenix printed on a blouse. 

Her jacket was warm and fuzzy like fur. But, the fur was fake though. Her outfit changes everyday. It depends on what her mother made. Or if her mother was in the mood to make them. Time was moving forward. Their first business as a family was booming. It became famous. Because Quincy's beauty was top notch. It outshines every other woman out there. People think that she was a goddess who fell from heaven. She was very beautiful both inside and out. She never once became angry. 

If people get angry and look at her, you won’t know why you’re angry in the first place. Looking at Quincy could melt your heart even if you have a your heart is cold-hearted. As months, days and years have passed, Quincy has become even more beautiful. It attracted everyone. Both men and women, whether human or not, are human. Even the flowers loved her. The animals loved her. Every living creature ever created or born loves her. No, I’m not exaggerating. But, that’s how it looks. 

No one ever got mad at her. Her mother gave her a new room. Since, they were able to have enough money to upgrade their house to a big one. It had many rooms. But, she gave her one of the master bedrooms. It was big enough. When she entered the room, it had a queen size bed. And whatever the room needs. She loved it. She starts to yawn as sleepiness takes a toll on her. She looked at the sky once more. Then she went to the bathroom as usual. She would brush her teeth really well and floss them really well. 

She would also wash her face with warm water and unscented soap. Then dry them off with a towel. She would get dressed in something comfortable. It was warm pajamas. She got tired again. And she went to bed as she turned off the light. As she slept, the night became silent. It wasn’t eerie, but it was too quiet. She was sleeping peacefully. Until she had a strange dream. It was weird. It feels realistic to her. Like she’s in the dream as if she’s seeing it in someone’s eyes. But, she’s not there physically.

In a dream-like state

A young girl stands in the center of everything. It was completely dark. She was all alone. No one at sight. There she heard a beautiful sound. She follows the sound. It leads her into an enchanting yet mystical place. All the animals loved it there. It was soothing and relaxing. There was the moon lit up in the sky as if enjoying the view. She felt as if she wasn’t alone. She felt safe. She felt home. She sings a mysterious song. It attracted her. As the girl continues to sing a song, six handsome men stand before her. 

As she examines who they are, the light from the moon shows their true self. It wasn’t six men, but six boys. They were hurt. They were in pain. There was blood. The six boys felt peace. The girl was shy. The boys laid on the floor not moving. There wasn’t anyone with them. The girl stepped out. She felt their pain for no apparent reason. She kneeled down to touch their forehead. It was burning so much like they were in a blazing sun. The animals felt sad. They carried endless water in a leaf. 

They brought it to her close. The six boys slowly open their eyes. They saw a beautiful girl. They start to blink. They felt as if they saw the same girl from before. She didn’t say anything. They closed their eyes again. The girl didn’t know what to do. She starts crying. The boys slowly adjust their eyes as they open it. They felt tears dripping on their faces. They sat up slowly as they were sitting down. The girl sighs as she looks at them before she speaks. She took a deep breath.

“ Are you alright ? “

“ Are you in pain ? “

The boys stared at the girl. They felt peace at hearing the girl’s voice. It was like music to their heart. It was beautiful like an angel. She tilts her head to the side looking at them innocent and confused. The pain the boys felt was gone. There wasn’t any sadness either. 

“ If you feel alone or in pain, look around you. Look at the moon. I’ll always be there for you even when I’m not there physically “ as the girls pointed at each other showing their heart.

When the boys turned around to feel the air, they were rejoicing. When they turned around to face the girl, she disappeared. They didn’t get her name. The girl just whispers in the air.

“ Come find me whenever you’re in pain or need a friend “ 

The statement continues to echo into the wind. Then everything turned dark.

… end of dream like state …

Quincy’s POV

What the heck? I woke up from a strange dream. They were staring at me. But, I felt their pain. I sigh. Y’all wondering who am I ? Correct? Well, feast your eyes on me then. I don’t remember who I am. Nor do I know if my real name is Quincy. But, I do remember that as an infant someone found me. They took care of me until I was three-years-old. But, afterwards; they couldn’t take care of me, because they didn't have the money or leisure to do so. That’s what I was told. 

I didn’t know the truth. They thought I would be safe in the orphanage among other kids my age. I didn’t like being around these people. They were bullied to some extent. I even had to watch a lady trying to hurt a helpless animal who couldn’t put up a fight. However; the strangest thing is that I got angry. To the point that I want to m******e everyone on sight. I felt this when I saw the lady who I thought was the owner of the place trying to hurt the animals. 

She was holding a dangerous weapon. The kind that could instantly kill animals within seconds. I just felt that there’s no need to do that. I felt that this lady had ill intentions towards these people. But, these humans are blind to see that. Yes I call them humans. Because, they bleed so easily to the point that they cannot stand. So yes they are humans. Oops I forgot to tell you the name I was given. Ahaha my bad. Hi to anyone or everyone. My name is Quincy Rose. For obvious reasons, I don't know why.

I never seen anyone getting mad at me before. From a distance, people get mad all the time. Things that are trivial to them. But, when they lock their eyes at me; their attitude changes to a complete 360. They were smiling happily with their stupid grin. Then, they would apologize to each other. Do I really have that effect on people ? Some thought that I’m like a goddess that fell from the sky. But I don’t believe such thoughts. Everyone loves me. Ah yes, to the eyes of humans; I look like a three or five-years-old. However; I don’t remember my real age.

I was in deep thought before getting out of bed. I do wonder what those dreams mean. It’s strange to have them. I’m not complaining. It wasn’t a nightmare. It feels familiar in a way. I just feel like today is going to be a good day. A day of wondrous and joyous occasions. A day that I could see my parents. Well according to them, I’m their daughter. But, I feel like I am not. Because, I do not have the physical appearance to match them. I stretch my arms and legs before getting up. 

As usual, after a few minutes; I got up. I fix my bed neatly and clearly. Then before I shower, I did my morning exercise. I did a mixture of pilates and yoga. I did that for about thirty to one hour. My room is really big, so I have enough space to move around. I don’t remember having to live in a big house before. I didn’t have my own room either as a child. I wonder how my parents became like this. My life is peaceful. My life is wonderful. I have someone whom I could call mom and dad.

Even when they aren’t my real parents who gave birth to me. Or parents who gave me a life to live. I just hope to know who my real parents are. And who am I really? I just feel like I don’t really belong in a human society nor less than that. Humans have so many rules. They follow it sometimes. Why have rules when they would break them? I shake my head at the thought. After I did my morning workout, I took about five to ten minutes of break. Oh yeah, you know how human children talk when they are six or seven years old. 

Well I do feel like I’m not human. Even though there’s nothing different about me. As long as I remember, I learned how to talk when I was three-years-old. Strange right? After what felt like a long break, I took a shower. I use lukewarm water. The kind that just feels right. It’s not dangerous. Oh get this, I don’t bleed at all. If I try to, my wounds heal really quick. If I broke a bone, it would go back to normal as if nothing happened. If I did cut myself not on purpose but accidentally, my blood would come out slowly. 

It would attract attention slightly. I sometimes feel like the house is cold. It just made my blood even sweeter than it is. I don’t have a boyfriend yet. I’m still single. I’m lost in thought while I take a shower. After about two minutes or so, I use a fragrant shampoo that mom would always buy for me. She said it's good for the hair. She said it would make my hair shiny and smooth. I put a sufficient amount into my hair. I have really long hair. My mom would never let me cut it. 

She said a woman’s hair is the way of life. She also said that women cut their hair when they broke up with a boyfriend or a girlfriend. It would signal them as starting anew. My hair can reach the floor. It only took about two years to grow it. Yes, my hair grows at a faster rate. Not after my hair was blessed by the moon when I was out and about at the age of three. So, it takes longer for me to shampoo all of my hair. After I shampoo my hair for five minutes, I let it in my hair before I rinse it. 

I use an unscented soap. It’s supposed to be a soap that doesn’t make your body allergic. In which you would get this small pimple-like thing in the skin. I never get what humans call hives. My skin is smooth like a baby's. I don’t have any pubic hair down there. Nor do I have hair on my armpits. It's fresh and new. After I soap my body, I rinse them really well with the same lukewarm water. I use my fingers as a comb to make sure my hair isn’t tangled and messy. Oh yeah did I mention my hair is naturally silver. 

My parents told me that my hair was silver. It has always been that. Especially when human kids tell me I have granny’s hair. I have this hair color yet I’m not old. I’m also mature at a young age. I don’t know my real birthday. Nor my age. The day my parents found me was the day when the moon was full and beautiful. That day was December 30 20XX at 3:28. I was already at the human age. So, naturally; my parents say my birthday is December 30. No, I'm not born on December 30 2020. 

If I was then I would be an infant. Apparently I am not an infant. After I rinse all my hair from the shampoo as well as rinsing my body with water, I decide to hum a random song. I put a special condition that has the same effects as the shampoo has. It took me another five minutes to condition my hair, since my hair is really long. My hair reminds me of a Disney princess, Rapunzel. Except, Rapunzel’s hair was yellow. I don’t have yellow hair. I’m the only one with this silver hair of mine. Then after soaking my body and putting conditioner on my hair, I let it stay in my hair. I didn’t waste water. So, I turned my shower off.