..And Things Starts To Uncover

Chapter 3

"Hey Cassie?"

I instantly opened my eyes and saw Doc John sitting on the chair in front of me.

"Were you sleeping?", he asked as I haven't noticed him entering in.

"No, I just got my eyes closed."

"Okay, now you need to try some exercises on". I nodded. I did as he directed, as usual. After an hour or so, I blurted out to him,

"That plan for tomorrow..."

"Oh yes.. I had completely forgotten it. Thanks for reminding me Cassie. Are you okay with it?", he asked in a sweet low tone.

"Yes, I hope it will be a great day." I said with a gentle smile on my face that made him smile too.

"It's 9.30 pm already. You must sleep now. You need to get rest."

I nodded my head and watched him as he moved out of my room winking at me as he closed the door. I stared at the door as I remembered the flashback I had before he came to my room. Now who's Bells? The girl's voice was probably referring to me. Was that my nickname? But.. who was that girl? And most importantly, I was getting married! I didn't even have the least idea who Peter was.

There are so many questions running in my mind. How can I sleep? I looked at the clock whose pendulum was moving left to right with my eyes dancing in the same way. I couldn't get over the thoughts that had occupied me and buried me under the deep, dark ocean of mysteries. I have to find them. All of the answers. I have to make Doc John speak! Slowly my deep thoughts took me to a sleep like that of eternity.

"Lizzy!" I sobbed."It's not him! It's not the guy who was with me in Paris! It's not the guy to whom I was engaged! Where is the real Peter?! I don't understand what's going on!". She looked at me bewildered. "Bells, what are you saying? He is THE Peter. Which other Peter are you talking about? Have you gone insane! Come down, everybody is waiting. Don't ruin your wedding day! You just ran away from the ceremony set! You left the guest astonished. Don't fool around and come with me!". "NO!", I screamed..

I opened my eyes abruptly and sat up. What the hell was that! I turned on the lamp and I looked up at the clock and noticed it was only 2.00 am. It was the time when I realized I was breathing hysterically and was all covered in sweat. It all looked so real! It was a memory from my past!

I got up and went to my bathroom. Locking the door, I turned on the tap and let the water run down the sink, making a grubbed sound. I rested my elbows on the sink edge and covered my face with my hands that were all wet due to the sweat. I rubbed my eyes and the memories of the dream flashed back. The feelings were so intense. Marriage?What?!

I looked up the mirror that was attached to the wall just behind the sink tap and took a decisive look on myself. I anticipated my age. I look young. Maybe I am 22. I watched my gleamy blue eyes and ran my fingers on my rosy cheeks. The girl who nursed me often called me a pretty face. I placed my fingers on my dark pink, full lips when again the memory flashed.

I took a deep sigh and splashed the cold water on my sweaty face. I looked up again in the mirror. I need to find the real me! I need to find the girl named Lizzy. I need the answers from Doc John! I was so filled with all the nostalgic feelings...

I need to calm down. My heart was racing and I could feel the sound of my heart beat. Maybe the shower will help me relax. I let the tap of the tub run until the water got warm. I undressed and socked myself by the warm water all around.

It was only ten minutes of peace when I heard a knock on the door of my room. I jumped up and dried myself, dressing in a hurry and rushed out.

"Who's there?" I said out loud.

"Mam it's me, Kate. I was just passing by when I saw the lights of your room. Are you alright?"

"Yes... I..I just got up to drink water. I am fine. Don't worry". I said standing at the same place without opening the door.

"Okay Mam. Goodnight. Sleep well."

And with that, her shadow that I could see through the translucent door left. I raised my gaze to the clock and it was 2.46 am. I headed up to my bed and closed the lamp, then sat on the couch that was placed near the window. I peeped outside the window.

Everything was lifeless,even a feather would fall without drifting one way or the other. The grass was straight and silent, the leaves dangled more as if they had been painted there. Should a person be able to feel the beating of the birds' wings - that would have been the only breeze. It was still, utterly still.

No clouds drifted in the sea of blue above. No water dripped or flowed. Not a sound could be heard either close at hand or in the far off distance. Even my own breath seemed to die as soon as it left my mouth. It was an eerie sort of tranquility, so instead of being soothed my senses became heightened. I felt like the prey even though no predator could be detected. It was as if the world were encased in a cocoon, a bubble, and there was no way out.

Often what we see outside becomes reflected inward -for me the stillness of my soul comes best in such situations.I unwound my mind and let thoughts flow. My mood can get the best of me sometimes; even in the greatest of storms I am still inside. And soon I dozed off in a soft snoring.

"Happy Birthday sweetie". He came near and gently embraced me. I looked up at him with my hands in his arms and he kissed my forehead gently. I smiled as his lips touched and stood still. " I bought a gift for you." I nodded my head showing my approval to let me see it. He sat down on one knee and opened the box in front of me" Will you marry me?" I felt an outburst of joy and with that tears covered my face. I let out a muffled cry and dashed down bumping myself into him." Hey it's okay, I love you" he said with his hands caressing my hair.

"Cassie?"

A familiar voice woke me from my sleep. I slowly opened my eyes and saw Doc John. He seemed different, as if I saw him just now. Was he.. was he the same man? I stretched my eyes as wide as I could and saw his face assuring he was the same guy. A strange tinkling sensation ran down my spine.

"Hey, are you alright?" I nodded my head and tumbled down my gaze. "I came to take you. It's 4.30 pm. Are you restless? Didn't you sleep well last night?"

I lifted up my head and just at the moment as Kate, who was standing behind him, was about to speak I bleated out,

"Yes, I am fine. I just wanted to sleep a little more, that's it. I'll get ready." I smiled and got up. He nodded and said,

"I'll be waiting outside", he smiled and left.

I went up to my cupboard and picked out a light grey frock, shorts and light brown boots that Kate has given to me. I went up to the bathroom and undressed, then put the new ones on.John, I had this feeling that I know you and now I am damn sure. I looked up at the mirror and made my hair into a pun. It's time for John, it's time for you to speak up. I won't let our union go wasted.

I headed outside and saw him standing right next to his black classy car. He looked up at me, smiling and came closer. I grabbed his hand and he lent it out to me and got me to the front seat of his car. When seated, he asked in a lively mood:

"Soo, where do you like to go?"

His question left me thinking. I don't know about any place. And I guess the same thought rushed in his mind too. He chuckled softly and said,

"We can go to my home. Or you want me to take you somewhere outside?"

"Umm.. I-i.."

"Hmm?"

He mumbled low. I don't know how he does it. His voice seems so soothing and safe. The way he mumbled the words hmm activated my systems. Hey! Cassie! Are you nuts? What's gotten into you? Push your feelings aside and just answer him. My subconsciousness pulled me back to reality and I shyly replied to him in a tone that was almost inaudible.

"Yes.. your home. I'll go there." I said it almost in my month.

"Okay, let's head to our home". He coaxed bringing out a smile that was irresistibly attractive. My mouth twitched into a giggly smile as I heard him say our home. He is so sweet!

I kept looking out of the window the rest of the whole time rubbing my fingers into each other as Doc John drove us to his home.

"Okay so here it is.. home sweet home."

He parked the car and opened the front door of his home. He walked in and I followed him. It was a magnificent house with stone walls and lavish furniture. The house paint reflects a graceful view. He led me to his room which was as classy as himself. There was a fireplace in front with an LED TV on it. The bed was cozy with a large window. The room was perfect. I was looking at the bookshelf when he said,

"Feel like home Cassie. Make yourself a sitting. I'll just come."

He went out shutting the door gently. I looked around again, choosing a place to sit and then sat on the sofa that was near the window at the end of the bed. I took out a heavy breath and rested my face, feeling bored. UHH.. what's taking him so long? Suddenly the door cracked with a light sound and he entered, with a small tray of deliciously smelling chocolate dripping cupcakes. He pulled a small table near his bed to me and placed the tray, then sat down on the sofa with me.

"I brought your favorites. Tell me do you like them?" He asked with his head tilted and a smile in a rakish angle. Wait, how does he know about my favorites? I never had cupcakes while staying in the asylum. The thought made me tingle but I have to be casual. I looked down at the appetizing food and without thinking of something else I started eating.

"Umm... T-t-There are delicious!" I **** without realizing his presence, but the sound of his slight chuckle brought me back to reality. I awkwardly look down at the plate and whisper,

"Thank you, Doc Johns. Thanks for everything you did up till now."

"2 Wrongs.."

"Huh?" I reflexed my eyebrow, confused.

"Firstly, I am not Doc John. I am not your doctor now, I brought you here as my friend, so I am only JOHN. Andd.. secondly I haven't done anything up till now. I just offered you cupcakes."

"Nope..".I chuckled softly,"I meant thanks for going back there. For taking care of me.You spend most of your duty hours with me.. and .."

"'And?"

"A-a-And also for saving my life.. that from the fire in the boathouse. Thank you so much."

I smiled at him innocently widening my blue eyes to him. He saw my face and began staring at it. His prolonged continuous gaze was now making me uncomfortable cause every move which I made was keenly detected by him. I could feel him watching my hands rubbing in nervousness that brought a small smile on his face. Then he took a deep sigh and stood up.

"Come, I'll show you the rest of my house." He said in an offering tone. I stood up and followed him.

After showing his awesomely splendid house that reflected right away that he was well paid, he got us to a balcony. He asked me about my health and my memories but I preferred not to tell him at the moment. I wanted answers from him, but me asking this way would only make him change the topic. So I continued answering him. After some time, his voice broke the silence that was now building between us.

"Would you like some coffee. I made a good one"

"Sure".

And with that, he went back indoors. I was just capturing the beautiful weather and enjoying the cold breeze, making me smile as it fondled my hair above my ear. It was more than 5 minutes after he was gone. I looked around and wandered here and there, hoping to see something appealing before my eyes.

It was when I saw a small door at the end of the balcony at the very corner. I went up to it and tried to swing the knob. Damn knob! It's so rusty. Open up, or I'll die of boredom. I turned the knob two times but the shit won't open. At last I gave a departing trail and thank God, it opened.

It was a small dark room, with its ceiling just a few meters above my head. I walked into and searched for the light switch. Luckily I found it and pushed on. I heard the sound of electric current through the bulb hanging in the middle of the room. The moment I turned around,and ... SHOCKED!

In that instant my skin became greyed, my mouth hung with lips slightly parted and my eyes were as wide as they could stretch.Leapt in the air as if a firecracker had gone off.. bewildered, hands over mouth,shaking head in disbelief. I stood as if paralyzed from the neck up.WHAT!?!!

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