Hong Kong Young Writers Anthologies Fiction 3 2018 | Page 347

“Ahh here we go again...” huffed Bakti.
Together, the trio were a perfect set. At times, Bakti did wonder how the huge wild pig could adapt to
different places as they were on their exploration. Anyway, he was still thankful for having 2 companions
now, the more the better for him!
At the beginning of the 5 th month, they all realised they were very close to their destination. They were
taking a night in, a shelter made of wood was just enough for them. As they were all sleeping and laying
down from the exhausting journey, Bakti was having a dream which stirred him around and around.
“Lord Shiva, is that you?” asked Bakti greeting the lord in a respectful namaste.
“Yes it is I, child, I hope you have learnt something from your previous boon that I promised you.”
“Boon…? Ah yes, um when exactly will I be…those?”
Lord Shiva seemed disappointed at Bakti’s lack of attention.
“Y