66: Ebony's Wish

Ebony

~Dreamland~

As I walk through the familiar forest, I make my way to the lake where I know Skylar is waiting on me. It's strange to be in a teen body in these dreams but it's all worth it just to see and talk to him more. When I wake up, I remember all my time with him. Maybe I can just learn more about what's going on with him! If this is him and not just a dream.

As I spot him, I smile. "Skylar!" I call out and make my way over to him. As I get closer to him, I know something is very wrong. "Sky?" I sit down next to him and place a hand on his shoulder. It's so weird to see the handsome version of him acting like this.

Skylar is sitting with his knees close to his chest and his hazel eyes so very blank. He jumps when I touch his shoulder but doesn't push it off. "Oh... it's you, Ebony." He sighs softly. "It's been a while... these fantasies are my only out." He mutters and looks out at the lake. "Away from them... 'her' especially..."

I frown and tilt my head. What is he t