NIRVANA

“So you’re leaving tonight? That can’t wait until morning.” I was still not ready for Ambrose to go. I still had a lot of unanswered questions, and I wanted to get to know him.

“I can’t stay, young one. You have Zarah to guide you and answer your questions.”

I sighed. “Thank you for everything. For giving me back my life.”

“You earn it. As they say, you only live once, but be careful out there.”

I smiled and found myself hugging him. “You too, take ...