the era of calamities

"Aaaah, don’t touch my hair!

Phew, it was just a dream. I thought they’d cut off my gorgeous locks.

I take a deep breath, the panic slowly fading. But... something’s not right.

Oh, I feel a weight on my chest.

Whoa, it’s grown! Heh heh, I can’t wait to show off to that brat Lucy. Who’s flat now?

Wait, what if...?

Phew, I haven’t gained weight where I shouldn’t. Everything’s in place, just as it should be.

But... damn, how much suffering do I still have to endure?

Wait.

I place two fingers on my neck. A pulse.

I’m not dead anymore.

I’ve achieved awakening.