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~ Chapter Eighteen - Season II ~

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‘I opened my eyes and was shocked.

‘I was sitting under a tree, on top of a hill. It was a quiet and peaceful environment. The birds sang and the wind blew ever so gently. There was nothing but grass, stretching as far as the eyes could see. Tall trees stood everywhere. Silhouettes of mountains could be seen from far away.

‘But, why was I here? What was I doing here?

‘Suddenly, faint, muffled voices came from afar and it was headed to where I was. I quickly stood up and climbed up the tree, going higher as I possibly could. And when there were no branches left to climb, I sat down and kept quiet.

‘A deep man’s voice asked, “Are you enjoying yourself, son?”

‘A child’s voice squealed happily, “Yes, Father. This is the best day I have ever had!”

‘The laughter of children continued as footsteps came closer to the tree. The father and his son were then joined by two more people. An adult woman, who seemed to be his wife. There was also a little girl, who was, perhaps, their daughter

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