~ E V E R E T T ~
‘What the hell is going on?’ I asked in a panic as the candle flame began to burn more aggressively, melting the wax representing Amelia’s life force that much faster.
Sybil watched the candle in amazement. ‘Her journey through the spirit world has been far too impactful on her body. She’s too weak.’
‘No,’ I cooed as I looked back at the small amount of wax that remained of the candle. Squeezing Amelia’s hand, I looked at her and hoped she could hear me in her state of unconsciousness, ‘Listen to me. You are not dying, do you hear me? It’s not your time. It’s not your—‘
The room became eerily chilled as the candle flame was snuffed out.
I refused to turn around to confirm, hearing Sybil’s saddened sigh was confirmation enough. ‘No… Amelia.’ I cupped a hand on her ch
