Dear Father pt. 2

**Aileen POV**



I was now lying in my comfy bed. A report had been filed to Squad Leader Lena about what I had found, along with a hypothesis. A smile tugged at my lips. Tomorrow I would wake up hopefully refreshed for the new day. Fingers crossed no demon hidden in shadows would be waiting for me tonight. My mood was finally lightened a bit.

I had done it. I finally opened up to someone about a part of myself. Trust, I was able to trust my brother! Up until now only two people knew that I tried to kill myself. Neither had I actually told. Father had told Kalum, and had him keep an eye on me. Even after our promise, Father just wanted to be sure.

Not that it mattered much. Father was at last spending more time with me and two days later I ended up in this dimension.

Anyway, the important thing is that I was able to let apart of myself to the surface. I don't need to depress myself with those other thoughts. Maybe I would even be able to tell Trevor about Shiuiku and that Devon character sometime too! He wouldn't judge me. He may understand!

So much had happened today that I just had to write a letter to Father. That would help sort out my nerves a bit.

*Dear Father,

Today was an insane day. I suppose that would be expected being from another dimension fighting demons. But these last 48 hours have been just wow. Everything seemed to want to hit me in two days. I had a dream of Mother's death and the day you heard me tell Kalum I wanted him as a Father. Again, I apologize for that.

Trevor, my adoptive brother, tells me this weird monster looking thing may have a way for me to go home. I made friends with a girl! Her name is Sam. I like her and think I could trust her. At least I hope so. I would hate to have to kill her some time in the future.

Speaking of killing, I lost it for a bit. Some sick man attacked a girl near the DSS. How stupid of him right? I killed him. Stabbed him God knows how many times. I do not regret it.

Before I get to the mission Squad Leader Lena assigned, I... well I'm not proud of this part, but I had a... dream about a demon. It did not go well and I am still conflicted on the feelings about him. The man who is responsible for the dream intrusions did finally give me a name. Devon. Still no idea what either look like.

Did you send Kalum here? There was some things in the forest that looked just like when I ended up here. I also found our country's flag on a banner. Well, technically Trevor found it. But I have it!

Tomorrow I will be going to the medieval fair. I think if Kalum is anywhere they would have put him there. Tomorrow will be a long day and my handwriting is getting sloppy. The pencil is barely in my grip now.

Oh! Pencils are a wonderful writing instrument. There are so many amazing things in this dimension. I'll make a list of what to bring back some time soon. Okay, I really do have to go to bed now. My eyes are fluttering shut.

Love you,

Aileen Lutz*





Pleasantly surprised, I truly did not have a dream capture me last night. I was able to rest. Part of my over thinking brain wondered if it was because he got what he wanted yesterday. He had gotten off, so maybe he didn't need me for awhile. He got his use from me... like a whore.

I shook my head, my black hair going wild. I did not need to think like that. Today may be the day I see part of my home. My hand went to the soft banner my brother got for me. I slipped it into my pocket. Who knows when a bit of encouragement would be needed?

With a slight hop, I got up and ready. I bet Kalum was still as sweet and kind as I remembered. His smile would shine through anything. I would feel safe with an old friend. The first person outside my parents I trusted.

A half hour later, I was ready to head out. Once again I chose to walk rather than drive. The traffic would have been horrible anyway. Road rage would just put a damper on what could be the best day of the year for me. Besides I wanted to really take in my surrounding today. This may have been one of my last days here.

The perfectly paved path leading up to the library caught my eye. For the first time in a long time I let myself be impressed by the simple things of this country. I noticed some writings in the stones I walked on. Some said in memory of, some thank yous, and a couple of hearts with names. These stones led to the public library. Like I said early, most could read in dimension. A public library was important here.

I passed two business' competing with each other. Both had chalk boards poking fun at the other one in some kind of childish war. All of this was in good sport and clearly brought more attention to their respective establishments. Their food did smell pretty good...

No! I was going to a fair with lots of greasy food. Besides maybe Kalum would pay for my meal after I helped him. Or I could always find my brother. I could threaten to embarrass him in front of his date until he paid me off with food. HaHA

Ahead of me now, a police officer was directing traffic near the fair. They were busy. I joined a larger group waiting to cross the road. Several kids were pushing around at the head of the crowed, having to be held back by exhausted looking parents.

At last it was our turn to cross. Money in exchange for a stamp on my had and I was finally inside. The size of the fair always impressed me. They could put all this together and take down so swiftly! There were rides, games, and booths upon booths.

The smells of the fair food enticed me. I had a hard time trying to think of the reason I came here. My stomach grumbled angry with me. I had skipped breakfast. Just don't think about the fries and elephant ears and you'll be fine!

I passed a group of children whining with two annoyed pairs of adults. They wanted to watch the next medieval show. Last year this fair was all about fairies. This year it was all about knights, princes, and horses. I mentally pleaded that this show they wanted to see was about knights. Then I would easily find my friend.

"Where is the next show? The grand stand?" I asked trying not sound creepy.

Both sets of parental figures looked at me suspiciously. I clarified, "My kid loves knights. I think he ran off towards them. Could you please tell me where?"

One of the women rolled her eyes, "you should take better care of your child. They should never run off with so many people here."

"The show was yesterday and again tomorrow. The prince character is here today though. Along with one of the noblemen actors. They are promoting their show and selling tickets." The man beside the judgey girl answered my question. A good thing. I was ready to slap that woman who would rather criticize me than help.

I scowled at the woman nonetheless. "so a prince looking character. He have a crown and a long robe with gold trim?" I asked the lady giving her a chance to redeem herself.

She snorted, "why does that matter? Go get your damn kid before he get kidnapped. Though maybe that would be for the good. The kidnapper may be a better parent than you."

Wrong choice of words. I now wanted to slam her head into the ground.

"Where did you find the prince guy?" I tried to keep my anger at bay. Getting kicked out of the fair would not do me any favors.

Could the 'prince' really be my Father? Hmmm.... He would pretty obviously be a King. I doubt anyone would mistake him for a prince. Did I have a blood brother after all these years! Six years, Father probably remarried by now. When I get home, I could be entering a whole new family dynamic; complete with a half brother and step Mother!

One of the children answered my question this time. "near the merry-go-round. He's really cute too!" The six year old looking girl was jumping up and down. Pure joy was across all her features thinking about the prince. She was missing the tooth to the right of her two front teeth. She was adorable.

I gave her my grin, "thank you so much!" I had a soft spot for kids.

Off with haste, I headed right for the merry-go-round. Another amazing invention. When I first got to this dimension, I loved that thing. I always wanted to ride the dragon. Trevor had convinced me they existed. I cried the day I found out he was lying.

I passed the snow-cone man and could make out the animals on the rotating platform.

Sure enough with his back turned away from me, I saw the prince. My heart rang in my ears as I neared him. I held my fist to my chest trying to not let any emotion slip. This could be family.

To my dismay, the man was too tall and old to be a son of Father's. I paused before I got to close to the man.

So darn slowly, the man turned to see who had approached him.

His mild green eyes widened ever so slightly. I took in his surprised open mouth and little scar under his cheek. "My dear princess is here!"

Before I could move away my fiance snatched my hand and held it up before the onlooking children. He kissed above my knuckles. The children not knowing better cheered us on.

"Prince Roy..." I tried not to let my annoyance show to obviously.