Danny was in deep sleep until he was woken up by a nightmare as usual. As he looked at the area around him in his alerted state he saw that this place was not familiar as such he began to panic. Fortunately for him his father came into the room and seeing him soothed his heart.
Hey there son, had another nightmare huh?
Uh huh. Dad where are we.
What have you forgotten already although I can't say I blame you these nightmares mess with your head. We're in the capital city of Lavendoria and we're here to see the doctor Uncle Alaric suggested remember.
Oh yeah.
Now with that said come on time to get ready, like I said yesterday we need to go see this doctor early. I want to get this over as soon as possible so that we can explore the city, this is a trip after all.
At that moment Danny remembered his mother's words and his mood quickly lit up. Danny went to the bathroom as he got in he realized this bathroom was unlike any he's ever seen, there was a strange large stone bucket with a tap on top as well as a small stone structure that also had a tap on it. Not knowing what to do he called his father.
Hey there son what's going on.
Dad I don't know what any of these things are.
Oh right sorry about that. Okay you see that small stone structure there, that's a sink I know pretty crazy right but that's how they look in areas like this. Now that large stone bucket over there is called a bathtub and as the name suggests it's where you bath all you have to do is take this small thingy and plug it in that hole over there.
Woah it's a perfect fit.
Exactly, now after you've done that you turn this tap on and watch the water fill up. It's similar to how we fill up the bucket back home except here you don't need to go outside. When the water looks high enough you can close the tap and then you bath like normal.
Danny's father then left the room, Danny then followed his father's explanation and drew the bath by himself afterwards he then took a bath. Danny concluded with his bath so he went to the room he slept in and gathered his luggage, rummaging through everything he picked out a set of clothes he like and wore them.
After his preparations were finished Danny came out of the room, in the kitchen he found his father drinking coffee while reading a newspaper.
Oh there you are, I take it you're done.
Yep.
Alright then let's get going.
Danny's father quickly finished his coffee and promptly put down the newspaper, he then took a jacket that had been hanged on the nearby chair as well as a hat in the same place and after putting them on he called Danny. The two of them then headed out of the room, they then went back down to the reception and as soon as they arrived Danny noticed a change of appearance within the area.
The entire area looked much more colorful than yesterday night Danny thought to himself but this revelation only made him excited to explore the city during daytime. Danny's father quickly approached the receptionist and gave her back the key to the room before heading for the exit with Danny following closely behind.
As they stepped outside the exit Danny could not believe what he was seeing, there were hordes of people walking around it was more crowded than anything he had ever seen in his life the number of people in the entire village paled in comparison to the amount of people in that area alone.
Danny and his father began to walk towards the east, and as they traveled on foot the came across lots of interesting places as Danny wanted to explore he was constantly cut off by his father saying that they would visit later but for the meantime they had to go to the doctor, disappointed Danny could do nothing but comply.
Eventually after what felt like hours of walking they reach a building of about average size accompanied by a large cross on top.
Looks like we've arrived, are you ready son after this you'll stop having nightmares and you can go back to sleeping normally.
Dad how are you so sure that this doctor will be able to cure me.
Faith, nothing but faith. Danny let me tell you something I learnt when I was about your age you see faith is believing in something even if that something doesn't look promising.
But why would you even believe in something if it doesn't look promising.
It's because that faith can be a driving force. Faith can keep you going on even in the toughest of times. So even if this doctor can't cure you we'll find another way together, the most important thing is never to give up because the day you give up is the day you lose.
After hearing his father's words Danny's heart felt a bit lighter although he was still nervous about the entire situation. The two of them then entered the building. Inside there were a moderate amount of people each seated in a queue. Danny's father then went up to the front desk and spoke with the lady, she quickly gave him a paper with a number written on top and afterwards he headed towards a seat.
Upon sitting down Danny's father took a few newspapers that had been lying around ,he quickly became invested and began reading them intently meanwhile Danny sat next to him. Quickly boredom overcame Danny, hours passed with more people entering the doctors room until finally the people ahead of them got into the doctors room. Realizing that it was almost their turn Danny gained a sudden burst of energy.
Looks like someone just got a surge of energy. Don't worry we'll be in soon enough.
Finally it's been so long and boring.
Think it's been long huh, well look behind you.
As soon as he did so Danny saw an impossibly massive line, it's at least ten times the amount of people than when they arrived.
See why I wanted to come so early. We could have been in that line.
Uh huh.
But still it has been long and you've been so patient so I'll tell you what instead of eating cooked dinner we can go try out one of the restaurants around here.
YOU PROMISE!
Shhhh, yes I do but you'll have to be patient a bit longer alright.
With more conviction now Danny sat quietly until it was finally their turn to enter. As they entered the room they saw multiple decorations as well as an abundance of utensils lying around. Immediately they were greeted a woman clad in a white cloak holding some utensils in her hand Danny quickly identified this lady as the doctor.
The doctor still focused on what she was busy with quickly told the two of them to take a seat. The doctor quickly concluded with what she was busy with afterwards she approached the father-son duo but as soon as she saw Danny's father her eyes quickly lit up.
WHAT, NO WAY! Mr Aldric it is an honor to meet you.
Woah I'm surprised, didn't think I had fans in this day and age. I take it you're Doctor Avice.
Yes I am, sorry about that master Alaric told me you would be coming but still to see you in the flesh got me a little overexcited.
It's no problem anyways I've brought my son here today because of a little problem he's been having.
At that moment Avice finally noticed Danny who was quietly seated behind his father.
Wow the legendary Aldric has a son, is he going to be your successor?
Preferably not, I'd rather have him find his own path in life but if that path happens to align with mine then so be it.
Ah I see, wow a legendary hero and a great dad you really are the full package aren't you.
Please you're making me blush.
Well anyways hey there little guy what's your name?
Nervous Danny hesitated to answer so he looked towards his father's direction, his father gave him a slight nod. Danny then decided to answer.
My name is Daniel... Daniel Bolton.
Daniel Bolton that's a beautiful name well I'm doctor Avice and I'm a good friend of your uncle. So tell me Danny why did you come see me today.
I have nightmares every night and they are always scary and my dad told me you might be able to help me.
Nightmares?
Yeah Daniel has been having intense nightmares every night so much so that he's started fearing sleep altogether.
That doesn't sound right, when exactly did these nightmares start.
About a year ago really although back then they didn't happen as frequently if anything they only appeared once in a while but as time progressed they started happening more and more until eventually it became an everyday thing.
I'm starting to see why master sent you guys my way. Okay Daniel I'm going to need you to lie over there for me okay.
Avice pointed towards a bed that was located at the edge of the room, Danny did as he was told and layed on the bed. Avice soon approached him and began invoking a spell on her hands using this spell she checked his heart rate and temperature.
Well good news is on the fever side he's alright.
So what are you gonna do now.
Now comes the hard part, unfortunately you're going to have to fall asleep Daniel.
WHAT NO I DON'T WANT TO!!
Wait doctor why does he have to fall asleep.
Well he needs to sleep to have the nightmare right which is exactly what I'm looking for. You see once he starts dreaming I can use my magic to monitor his dreams and tell you exactly what's wrong.
Hearing the doctor Danny's father understood what needed to be done, so he approached his son who was shaking by the bed.
Danny you need to fall asleep.
Dad I don't want to, if I fall asleep I'll have nightmares again.
I know it's scary but remember what we talked about, we're going to get through this together alright.
Looking into his father's eyes Danny began calming down slowly and once he had calmed down he agreed to sleep. He closed his eyes with fear still gripping his heart, a few minutes passed and he quickly fell asleep.