I ascended to the realms of light above the earth after gaining some control over the negative emotions clinging to my heart. Basically, I just stuffed them back down to their home deep within my soul. Always a temporary solution, I knew they'd be back, like trying to lock the door on a hoard of zombies, they’ll always break through. The experience left me drained, seeing Justin and Corbin, my family, my funeral. I needed to heal. I wasn't an advanced spirit, just a newborn taking it's first step into the light.
I approached Monika who stood alone in the courtyard, her custom bright glow reduced to dimness. "You're no longer a missing person."
"I heard about that." She replied, not making eye contact.
"You going to the funeral? It's weird."
"I can't. It's too much. I can't look into t
