James could feel his eyes sting with the tears building. He tried to fight them back, but it was no good. He fell to his knees and they fell. Moon goddess please! How much longer will I be here? How long do I have to stay away from my family? They need me. He sobbed. He lowered his face into his hands, his eyes tightly shut, but the tears fell hard and fast. He didn’t know how long he had been crying, he was losing hope. His heart felt heavier by the minute. “My child,” a voice spoke out. James held his breath and lifted his head slowly. “Who’s there?” He looked around to see if he could see anyone, but it was still pitch black. “Where are you?” he shouted. He stood up. Suddenly a bright light came from behind him. He turned around, and the light came closer and brighter. But it

