
The Dolphin's Dream
By 明日香

09 Nov, 2023

Once upon a time, in the heart of the blue ocean, there was a family of dolphins. Among them, there was a young dolphin named Kai who was both curious and adventurous. He was different from the others in his family.

Kai loved the sea and its vastness, but he was equally fascinated by the world above the sea, a world he could only imagine. He often watched ships in the distance, wondering about the lives on them.

Every day, Kai would swim to the surface and leap high into the air, trying to catch a glimpse of this mysterious world. His heart would pound with excitement, and he'd plunge back into the water, his mind swirling with questions.

He would ask his parents about the world above, but they would just laugh and playfully nudge him, telling him that their world was below the waves, not above. Yet, Kai was not satisfied.

One day, as Kai was playing near the surface, he saw a small boat approaching. In it was a little girl with a wide-brimmed hat. She was leaning over the boat, looking into the water with fascination.

Intrigued, Kai swam closer. The girl saw him and clapped her hands in delight. She leaned closer, and Kai, gathering his courage, leaped out of the water, making her giggle in joy.

The little girl visited the spot every day, and Kai would always be there to greet her. They formed an unusual friendship, one that was limited to waves and splashes, giggles and claps, but a friendship nonetheless.

One day, the girl brought with her a strange object. It was a small, round device with a glass front. She held it up to the sky, then to the water, and finally showed it to Kai.

Kai observed the compass with fascination. The needle spun wildly when he splashed water on it, and he realized it reacted to movements. He saw the girl pointing it to different directions, and he watched in awe.

Days turned into weeks, and Kai's fascination with the compass grew. The girl would show him how it always pointed to a particular direction, no matter where they were. Kai was intrigued by this magical device.

One day, the girl didn't come. Kai waited for her, but she didn't show up. He was worried and disappointed, but he hoped she would return the next day.

Days passed, and the girl still didn't return. Kai missed his friend and the compass she brought. He felt a deep longing for the world above the sea. He missed the giggles, the claps, and the curious device.

One day, while swimming near the surface, Kai found something floating. It was the compass! The girl must have left it for him. He touched it with his snout, and it started spinning, just like old times.

Kai took the compass and started exploring the vast ocean, always keeping the compass close. He swam to places he had never been before, guided by the mysterious device. His adventures had just begun.

He discovered underwater caves, met new sea creatures, and even found hidden treasures. All the while, he would look at the compass and remember his friend, hoping she was having adventures of her own.

The compass became Kai's precious possession. It reminded him of the little girl, her giggles, and their shared fascination for the unknown. He held on to it, cherishing the memories it brought back.

Even though Kai missed his friend, he loved the freedom the compass gave him. It was like a key to the world above and below the sea. He began to understand more about the sea and the world beyond it.

One day, while exploring a new region, Kai saw a boat. His heart beat fast. He swam closer and saw a familiar wide-brimmed hat. It was her! His friend had returned!

The girl was overjoyed to see Kai. She clapped her hands and giggled, just like old times. She reached out to touch Kai, and he responded with a happy splash. They were together again.

Kai showed the girl the compass, and her eyes lit up. They both understood that, even though they belonged to different worlds, they were connected by their shared curiosity and love for adventure.

Kai continued his adventures with the compass, and the girl would often join him. They explored the ocean together, learning and laughing, growing and dreaming. They were the best of friends.

Years passed, and the young girl grew up, but her friendship with Kai remained unchanged. She would visit him every chance she got, and they would continue their oceanic adventures together.

Over time, Kai realized that his dream of exploring the world above the sea had come true, in a way. He may not have walked on land or climbed trees, but he had made a friend from that world.

He had learned about the world above through the eyes of his friend. He had experienced the joy of discovery, the thrill of adventure, and the bond of friendship. His dream was fulfilled.

And so, deep in the blue ocean, Kai, the curious and adventurous dolphin, lived his dream. He swam, he explored, he learned, and he loved. His was a life full of wonder and joy.

The story of Kai serves as a reminder that dreams can come true in ways we least expect. It teaches us that friendship knows no boundaries and that curiosity can lead to incredible adventures.

Above all, Kai's story shows us that every dream is a journey. It may not take us where we thought we would go, but it will surely lead us to where we are meant to be. And for Kai, that was right here, in the heart of the blue ocean, with a friend by his side.