Chapter 90: The Dream

　　I drifted down from the sky, landing right in front of Old Wang’s BBQ. Everyone here seemed completely deaf to that horrific, earth-shaking roar; they just went about their business as if nothing was happening.　　I turned back to the hostess, a strange curiosity gnawing at me. “This place is about to vanish,” I said. “Aren’t you afraid?”　　She gave me a gentle smile. “Why would I be? You’re here, aren't you?”　　“Why does me being here make you feel safe?”　　“Because you’ll protect us,” she answered simply.　　“What if... what if I can’t?” For some reason, my chest tightened with a sudden, sharp ache.　　She laughed softly. “That’s impossible. Who in the world is more powerful than you?”　　“But what if... what if I really can't save you...” Without realizing it, my tears had started to fall. I felt like I had become so fragile lately, crying at the slightest thing.　　The hostess tilted her head, looking thoughtful. “Hmm... I’ve never really thought about that. Let me think...”　　BOOM.　　I looked up. The darkness was advancing with terrifying speed, and in the b