Chapter 86
The searing pain coursed through my body as if I was being burned from the inside out. Darkness surrounded me...thick, suffocating, and impenetrable.
It was unlike anything I had ever experienced. My voice trembled with fear as I screamed into the void.
"Why am I burning? What is this place?" I cried out, desperation lacing my voice.
"You are in the Condemned Zone," the husky voice replied, its tone calm yet chilling. "This is where hate, pain, regret, and revenge reside. You need to experience it."
The agony was unbearable, and anger began to rise within me. "Why would you bring me here?" I demanded, clenching my fists despite the intense discomfort.
"To understand the light, one must first know darkness. This is what the inside of someone consumed by bitterness and anger looks like. You must feel it to appreciate its contrast," the voice explained.
I wanted to argue, to fight back, but my energy waned as the pain intensified. Just when I thought I couldn’t endure it anymore, the darkness receded, and I found myself bathed in a kaleidoscope of light. A serene melody filled the air, soothing my spirit.
"Where am I now?" I asked, my voice trembling, but this time with awe instead of fear.
"You are in the Zone of Peace," the voice said softly. "This is the state of those who have made peace with themselves and the world. Their inner and outer lives reflect harmony, despite any pain or challenges they may face."
I closed my eyes, absorbing the calm energy around me. The vibrant colors and melodic tones made me feel whole, as if all the broken pieces of me were being mended.
"I could stay here forever," I murmured, a faint smile crossing my face.