More of myself

Jessica’s story

My disbelief started to show with every word Coral was saying. I do not mean to question her powers or what she can do but all this information, all these powers that I have almost overnight it was just too much even for me, me who fought a vampire and killed it and now me who has a crescent on the forearm.

-          Of course not! But that was a warning of what followed.

-          You said you had a vision about me?

-          Yes I did!

-          Go on!

-          Well, in my vision you were killing that ruthless vampire on your trail. After what happened in the diner your rage was going up and all you needed was someone to unleash it upon. But that was only a tiny part of what you can do with your mind. When the vision stopped the situation on the park followed.

-          Oh Lord…so, how come I developed only one of the three powers?

-          These powers appear due to your emotions. They are linked. Rage and fury unleashed destruction, from your deep concentration will emerge future reading…

-          What about fire?

-          That is the most powerful one.

-          I thought mind destruction was.

-          My dear, you can only destroy when you feel attacked and you feel panic. But not with all your enemies. There is a feeling that will trigger the fire within you.

-          What do you mean, within me?

-          Once you have experienced the feeling I am talking about you will be indestructible. Fire will emerge from all your pores and anyone who will be near you will ignite and die. Only by looking at them you can start real hell.

I was hearing all this but still I can’t say I was a believer. Everything unfolded so fast that I don’t have time to process as I would have liked.  But I must admit that I am intrigued.

-          What is that feeling you are talking about?

-          Love!

-          Love? But that is supposed to be a beautiful feeling. How can it be destructive?

-          From the very moment you fall in love, once you have experienced the pleasure of loving both mentally and physically the power I am talking about will become uncontrollable. Everything and everyone you will touch will ignite. You must come to me then for guidance. Don’t you forget that, come to me.

This revelation was too much to bear. Wouldn’t so much power make me dangerous?

-          No my dear it won’t if you know how to control it! If you find it in your heart to be above it.

Coral just read my mind. I wonder what else she can do. I kind of admire her for being this way.  As I understood from her I can read minds too. So maybe it was just a matter of time before my all manifestations will emerge. One question though was not giving me peace.

-          What about the one I will fell for? Will I not destroy him too by touching him?

-          He will be another issue that we should discuss at the right time.

-          I understand that but I really have to know what I should expect.

-          In that precise moment you will know and also then you will need to find me so I can teach you how to control it. The more intense is your love for that man the harder to control will become your power of fire.

-          Don’t worry, I will come to you. But what if I never fall in love?

-          Well, then the fire within you will stay hidden.

-          That is good to know…

-          Now, if you will excuse me, it is not my intention to send you away, but I have some business to take care of.

-          We will be on our way then. Thank you so very much Coral.

-          No need to thank me… yet.

As we were saying our goodbyes and heading to the door Coral’s firm voice stopped us. And just when I was getting used to what my future holds for me another piece of the puzzle fits in and remembered me that I was born for a greater purpose. Or rather destiny was forcing me to put in place that piece. Damn puzzle…

-          One more thing, my dear. Change the place you live in and your job!

Now that was an understatement regarding my job, but to change my little cozy apartment that was out of the question.  And not take into account the time I wasted when searching for it and how difficult it was to find it.

-          And why would I do that?

-          Starting tonight you have enemies. You killed one of them and they won’t leave things the way they are now. They will come after you…you need to be prepared. Something is about to happen and very soon. Your dream is not really a dream…

-          What is that supposed to mean? How will I fight them?

-          When the time comes your mind and body will do the rest. Just don’t fight it! Let it come naturally.

-          Naturally…

-          You will know, trust me. Now please…

-          Of course, let’s go Steph!

As soon as we left the small house of Coral I turned my worried gaze to my friend. I bet she could see the terror in my eyes. I was trying to cope and understand what Coral said but it was just too damn unbelievable.

-          Is she for real?

-          Just as you see me Jess! She means well you know?

-          I bet. So let me see if I got it right. When I turn really angry I can cook vampires like fries, when I concentrate the hell out of me I can be a fortune teller and if I fall in love, that is a big fat „if” I can be hotter than the sun?

-          Well, if you like to put it this way…

-          My God Steph this is crazy. And changing my apartment? No way!

-          So we are back at square one, aren’t we?

-          Sort of…

-          I imagine you will not follow Coral’s advice?

I paused for a little while. I wished that this could be a bad dream that I will eventually woke up from. But if I would to take literally what Coral said than my dream was not a dream, whatever that means.

-          Not right now, no! I feel like I am leaving a fairy tale. And what can you tell me about her warning? That something is about to happen? You were the one who did not believe all this in the first place. Please, girl!

-          One can change their mind, you know?

-          So quickly?

-          What can I tell you, I have known Coral for so many years and she never lied about anything and all she said happened sooner or later

-          If you say so. I must go home and look for a new job, and not because Coral said so but because I am sure I was fired after what happened. Paul will never take me back.

-          Ok then, I will see you soon. Keep me informed, please.

-          I will thank you Steph!

-          Anytime.

The ride between Coral’s small spooky house and my apartment went almost unnoticed. We talked all the way and time flew by.

Once I stepped into my condo I felt somehow safe. Nevertheless her words could not be totally ignored and there had been times when I could felt cold shivers down my spine. I couldn’t ignore it. The only thing that bothered me was that I kind of let Coral’s words got to me and now I was in the vigilant mode.

I decided to make myself a coffee. I was sure this liqueur will really work its magic. I had to find a new job and all I needed was my laptop. I relaxed a little searching for some openings. Then a bold title caught my eye. ”Assistant manager wanted. If you are looking for a change in your life you are in the right place! Give us a call!”