Awakened Dreams

 

 Awakened Dreams: A Love Story Spanning Lifetimes – Part 2

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Did you miss the shocking first encounter?

Before you dive into the unfolding mystery and fated reunions of Awakened Dreams Part 2, make sure you've read Part 1: Miking & Ho Yung! 

Discover how a chance meeting in the rain sparked forgotten memories for Jiang Bao, throwing his modern life into a whirlwind of ancient visions and undeniable longing.

Catch up on the thrilling beginning of this reincarnation romance and understand why destiny can't stop bringing Miking and Ho Yung together across lifetimes.

Read Part 1 now to fully immerse yourself in this epic tale of soulmates, past lives, and a love truly meant to last an eternity!

Awakened Dreams

A week had passed since Jiang Bao met the mysterious woman who triggered his nightmares. It was 10:00 in the morning, and he was on his fourth cup of coffee, pacing around his office.

A foreign habit to his morning routine.

Once again, his thoughts shifted to the woman whom he met on that rainy day.

Ever since they met, her face kept reappearing in his dreams.

As soon as he falls asleep, he drifts to the village surrounded by mountains.

The second time he dreamt about her, he woke up as a little boy in a small village.

His mother would prepare a bath for him and send him out to play so she could cook food with what little provisions they had.

Ignoring his rumbling tummy, little Ho-Yung would run outside to meet his one friend in the village.

Outside, it began to rain, but it didn't stop Ho-Yung.

In his heart, he knew that Miking would be waiting for him.

It didn't matter whether the sun was shining, if it was raining, or if it was snowing. Every day, Miking waited for Ho Yung as a loyal and patient friend. 

Today wasn't any different! 

With his vision clouded by heavy raindrops, he still spotted her pink umbrella from a distance. 

There she was patiently waiting for him!

She knew she could count on him to show up, and he never doubted she'd miss a day waiting for him. 

His smile grew bigger as he approached Miking in her red dress. 

" Where have you been? I've been waiting so long for you!" 

" I had to help Mom move the wood we gathered for winter."

 " The weather is bad today. Don't know if we'll be able to play." 

Young Miking stared at the grey clouds in the dark sky. 

Ho Yung's heart raced, and without thinking, he ran away from under her umbrella.

 He smiled when he heard Miking call his name, but he didn't stop running. In his heart, he knew she'd always follow him.

 " Ho Yung, come back. You're going to catch a cold." 

Miking ran behind her foolish friend, holding onto her pink umbrella. 

She followed him through the empty market and muddy roads. Ho Yung didn't stop until they reached an abandoned shed. 

Miking finally caught up to him and covered Ho Yung with her umbrella. He smiled, knowing she'd always be there to cover him. For a moment, he gave her a head start. Then he teased her and ran past her. Just so could be her guiding light in this bad weather.

Ho Yung stopped in front of an abandoned shed outside the village. Miking's familiar footsteps caught up to him. She gasped for air, and she placed her hand on her friend's shoulder.

 " Ho  Yung, why must you always run away from me?" 

The young boy smiled mischievously and answered;

" It's because I know that no matter how fast I run, you'll always catch up to me." 

Miking seemed offended and lifted her head with confidence. 

"One day you won't find me running behind you."

'Oh, but even if the sun stops setting and the moon quits its rising, I don't believe such a day will exist." 

Ho-Yung pushed open the shed doors. Inside, it was empty except for a few haystacks. The kids went inside seeking shelter and warmth. From that day on, this shed became a sacred meeting place for Ho-Yung and Miking.

Meanwhile, in another life unfolding in the modern world, Jiang Bao began a new day at the office. His assistant manager, Larry, reminded him they would be interviewing candidates for the company's latest social media manager position. The company was aiming to improve its brand recognition among a younger audience. Jia  Bao recalled the numerous scandals among high-ranking company members exposed on social media last year. He filled his cup with freshly brewed coffee. 

" So that means it's going to be a long day."

 "On the bright side, you get to meet 22 new, eager, and excited faces!" 

Jiang Bao took a deep breath. 

"I've been feeling so tired lately that I could use a vacation before dealing with all those new and eager faces." 

"That sounds like something you should take up with HR, but for now, this needs to get done. Headquarters requested we appoint a social media manager asap!" 

Jiang Bao tried to compose himself, but these dreams made it difficult to concentrate on anything else! In the past, he had always pushed through anything to achieve his goals. But somehow his heart felt distracted. It longed for a place in the past. A place that no longer exists. The only way he could revisit that place was through a memory hidden in the heartbeats of time. He tried to convince himself it was all an illusion.

 After talking with all the applicants, he felt drained. His mind wasn't present during most of the conversations. Staying committed to headquarters request, he quickly approved the top-ranked applicant's file for the new social media manager position. After that, he immediately submitted a request for a long vacation to a tropical destination. 

Maybe under the sun, his mind would find peace while enjoying the ocean's breeze. He booked a ticket to Hawaii and prepared for his first vacation in years. It was as if destiny pushed him to another part of the world.

By 10:00 AM on a Monday, Jiang Bao landed on the tropical island. 

He loved the fresh, warm ocean air flowing through his lungs and even basked in the morning sun. Carrying his bags, he spotted a driver holding a sign with his name. With the hotel concierge's help, he had arranged for a chauffeur. 

The hotel wasn't far from the airport. He had picked one by the beach so he could enjoy a unique sunset or sunrise during his long walks. When they arrived at the hotel, the driver helped him take out his bags. 

It was a luxurious resort with numerous swimming pools. The swimming pool had a fantastic view of the ocean's horizon.

Jiang Bao approached the reception desk. 

The entire hall glowed. The walls were decorated with gold, diamonds, and other expensive gemstones.

Even the reception table had green emerald crystals and diamonds crafted into its design. 

" Hello, I'm here to check in."

 

" I believe I was here before you!" 

 Jiang Bao looked beside him and saw a woman standing with her luggage.

 

" It's you again, the woman with the pink umbrella." 

"What are you talking about?" 

" You mistook me for your neighbor's son."

" Oh, that's right, now I remember you!" 

" Funny meeting you again, but only this time we meet all the way across the world."  

"Excuse me, who can I help first?" 

 To be continued...