The Hooded Stranger was waiting for her in the gazebo outside the Mansion where the Angels' Gathering was going on. Ana picked up the hem of the white dress and ran towards him. He turned, and underneath the hood, Ana knew that he was smiling.
"Hello, Ana."
"How-I can't be in this dream. Not without Alexander. Only he can bring me into Memory Dreams. I-"
"Shh..." He was looking down at her when she blinked once. He raised a gloved hand, and caressed her heated cheeks. "Don't be scared. You will feel comfortable with me, Ana. You can't believe everything Alexander says, you know. Yes, he could bring you to Memory Dreams, but it is me who brought you into this Memory this time. However, you..." He ran his thumb down her
cheek. "You can also come to Memory Dreams on your own. In fact, you
