David's POV
My eyes shifted from my hands to the Window of Revelation. I was watching her from afar, talking to her best friend. I couldn’t quite make out what they were discussing about, and I wasn’t sure myself if I wanted to hear either. She requested my presence to be absent so I granted her wish. In so many ways, I understand why she didn’t want me there. Kath was a non-believer, it might take Alena the whole night to convince her. Before, when I was much alive and kicking, I was like Kath. I did not believe in anything beyond the life we had. From where I’m standing I firmly believe we live and then die becoming nothing but some kind of star in the vast galaxy.
A knock on the door made me look up. The person I least wanted to see stood in the doorway, leaning on his black cane. He wasn’t crippled. I have no idea why he goes everywhere using the damn cane. That person was not exactly my best friend even though his job was supposed to guard me everywhere I go. Dane Watson was my guardian angel, by far from what I heard from other ghosts, was the most terrible guardian you could ever have. They were telling the truth unfortunately. Dane was strict, a guardian angel with zero tolerance. Word has it before he crossover, his life was hell literally. I’ve tried to talk it out of him but he gave me no answer at all. It was rather surprising he didn’t explode in anger when he found out I wanted Alena to help me solve my case for closure. It was crystal clear I couldn’t have done it by myself and the only person who took interest on that wedding gown was Alena. Whether she likes it or not, she has to help me, but of course I was reminded I was not to mess around with free will.
I could feel the thump Dane made on the hardwood floor beneath me as it vibrated. Dane came to look at the window beside me, his face was blank, completely unreadable. The light from the window casted a shadow in the dark room we were in, I couldn’t help but notice the scars that were sketched on Dane’s neck. He must’ve noticed my staring because rather quickly he covered his neck with the scarf that hung loosely on his shoulder.
“You are very clear aren’t you about the consequences this whole thing is going to cause?” Dane asked, eyes still looking at the window. “You’re going to tear her heart to pieces. It’s why the law clearly stated all ghosts have to move on thirty six hours prior after their deaths. You’ve been here for weeks now. You need to move on.”
“Not until I deal with my past!” I gritted my teeth vehemently. “I know I can’t get the revenge I’m supposed to be doing but that doesn’t mean she won’t kill Louie next. She needs to be thrown in jail for the good of all people.”
“Or for your own good,” Dane replied. “Sounds a whole lot like revenge to me. She might even get a death sentence for it. Is that what you want? So you can finish your matter in the afterlife?”
I rolled my eyes. There were no hiding plans with this guy even if it was brilliant. He was exceptionally clever.
“No. I just want justice,” I lied. Not really. I really did want justice for my death. “Plus better stop her doing any more sins than she already has done.”
“Well, finish it soon will you?” Dane shot me a piercing look. His dark, gloomy eyes gave me the chills. “I don’t want more troubles coming from you. There are other souls that need to be guided in the afterlife. We’re running out of guardians here because those damn devils keep snatching good people away from us.”
With one last glance at the window, Dane turned around and walked out to the door. I gazed back intently at the window, not paying attention to whatever Kath was saying. I was looking closely at Alena. Her brown hair was pulled back in a pony tail, a few strands hung here and there. Her eyes shone softly as the light from the lamp reflected through them, making them look like there were gold flecks on her emerald green eyes. She was a beauty with guts. I’ve never met anyone quite like her. Kind of reminded me of my Mom to be honest.
“Tell me David,” Dane paused in the doorway. “Why her? What do you see in her and got you to believe she can help you with your death?”
I stood in my place for a couple of minutes, my eyes still upon the Window of Revelation. Placing both my hands on either side of the window, I leaned in and heaved out a sigh.
“I don’t know,” I replied softly. “I got a feeling this one will help me solve everything.”
