The Beauty of Humanity

Prologue

   "How many times do I have to say no, Ralphie?" The archangel Gabriel asked his brother, the other archangel Raphael.

   "You don't seem to understand, Gabriel. We could rule Heaven together," Raphael replies.

   Gabriel snaps and makes a little lollipop appear. He puts it in his mouth, and uses his tongue to push it to the side so he can speak.

   "I'm not gonna be part of it. I was done with this family feud years ago. Even if I were to agree, I'm pretty sure Mikey wouldn't be too fond of it." He pops the lollipop out of his mouth. "Besides, if we did conquer Heaven, you would turn on me as soon as you could," he adds.

   Raphael sighs and looks out the window of the abandoned building.

   "So, if this is the end of this family visit, I gotta get going. I got a party of underage drinkers to crash soon," Gabriel says as he taps his watch.

    "There is one more thing," Raphael pipes up. "This generation's Caelesti Malum is the most powerful yet. She could most likely be the one," he says, straightening his tie.

   Gabriel raises his eyebrows. "And this has anything to do with me because?" He asks, making gestures with his hands.

   Raphael rolls his eyes. "Because, you idiot, we archangels are supposed to prepare. She could be the one, and we can't do anything because of how Heaven is a wreck. Michael is out, doing only Father knows what. So we can do it together." He explains thoroughly.

   Gabriel bites down on the lollipop and throws the stick over his shoulder. "Sorry bro, no can do. I got things of my own to worry about," he replies with a slight shrug.

   "What on Earth do you have to worry about?" Raphael asks, frustrated. "Well, ya see, I got a bunch of dirty jokes to pull, women to see, and a bunch of winged brats to get away from," Gabriel says, holding up a finger to each one.

   Raphael shakes his head. "I don't know why I even bother with you traitor," he says bitterly. Gabriel puts his hand over his heart. "Ouch. That hit close to home right there," he replies sarcastically.

   "Well, I gotta bounce. See ya never," he says, turning away from Raphael. "Wait, I have a very important question about the Caelesti Malum," Gabriel says, turning back.

   "Yes?" Raphael replies eagerly.

   "Is she hot?" Gabriel asks, wiggling his eyebrows.

   Raphael stares back at him. "You imbecile," he mutters before leaving.

   Gabriel shrugs and leaves as well.

                              
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   "Why are you wearing that fancy thing?" Tom Wilson asks his younger sister.

   "Because I'm meeting Daniel later. And it ain't nothing fancy. It's just a pencil skirt," Leah replies, rolling her eyes.

   "Daniel, Daniel, Daniel. That's all I hear anymore," Tom mumbles, grabbing a beer out of the fridge. Leah snatches it away from him and gives him a water. He grumbles and takes a sip.

   "Just be glad he's one that you actually like. We're just grabbing a bite on his lunch break," she says as she grabs his box of beer. "Hey! That's my beer!" Tom exclaims, reaching for it. "You're not supposed to be drinking. It will kill you." She states, pouring them out.

   Tom mutters under his breath and sits on the couch. Leah laughs a little. "No need to get all cranky, Tommy," she says, shaking her head. "Don't call me that," he mutters.

   She grabs her bag and throws it over her shoulder. "Well, I better get going. I'll see you in a couple days. I got some work tomorrow," she says, heading towards the door.

   "When are those angels gonna leave you alone?" He asks, taking a swallow from his water. Leah stops and sighs.

   "I got to try to finish the trials. After that, I honestly don't know," she answers. Tom shakes his head, and Leah bites her lip. "I'll see you later," she says, kissing the side of his head and walks out the door.