Chapter Twenty-Four
A week later, a small group consisting of both aliens and humans gathered in the Northshore Gardens cemetery. Sula held Beth’s hand on one side while Trig stood at Beth’s other side. Sula was thankful for the arm Destin wrapped around her waist.
This was the first human burial ceremony she had ever attended. Two caskets, side by side, were gently lowered into the ground while Beth quietly sang. The melody of the words wrapped around Sula and she could feel the tension gradually drain from Beth.
“Life is for the living,” Beth said, gazing down at the coffins. “I’m never alone because as long as I remember her, I know that she is here.” Beth lifted her left hand and touched her heart.
Sula stepped back when Beth released her hand and drew in a deep, calming breath. Sh
