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Chapter 2 - The Aura of Light

Isabella stares at the the Garden of the Spirit world in Fascination and wonder as she noticed a completely different atmosphere than the human world she's has been used to. Gabriel, 'the leader of the guardian of the spirit world' approaches the garden. He smiled as he sighted Isabella staring at a golden apple tree right in the center of the garden. Here you are! he exclaimed. Isabella on seeing her dad runs over in excitement to embrace him warmly. I miss you dad! Gabriel excited to see her daughter again after such a long time as he touches her cheek playfully. My beautiful daughter is all grown up. he said excitedly. Isabella frowns. It hasn't really been fun living without you dad. Gabriel signs. Hmmm.... I see.

Why did you have to leave dad? You've never even for once come to see mum or I? This isn't fair dad? Speaking in an upset tone. He apologizes. I'm so sorry child that you feel this way. Isabella speaks on. I could remember vividly when I was five and when you were about leaving home, you promised you were going to be away only for a short time. It's been 12 years now and you've refused to return home.... she speaks in her upset tone. Why do i feel you no longer care about us? ..... Why will you think that child? Said Gabriel in remorse. I do care about you and your mum a lot, child. It's more complicated than you think.....

She retorted. Then make me understand the reason you have to leave home?! He answered calmly .....You see Isabella, as an angel, I broke the rule of heaven by falling in love with a mortal woman and taking her to be my wife.... for my actions, I will have to suffer the consequences...… Isabella stared at him confused. what consequences? He answered sadly. I will have to stay away from you and your mum forever or else, I will lose you both . Falling in love is not a crime dad. She said..... It's not as easy as you think, love. This is a cross I will have to bear alone. I can't bear to see what happens to you guys if I didn't yield to the warnings. Isabella smiled at him. Now, I understand, dad. You left home so you could protect us. You're my hero...… i wish there was a way you could come back to us.

Answered Gabriel. Even if there was, it's going to take time. ... If I could ask the creator to grant me one wish, is for you to return back to us. Mum and I misses you a lot. she said sadly. I feel the same, love. Answered Gabriel as he touches her cheek playfully. That reminds me dad. Mum said you wanted to see me. What for? Gabriel answered smiling. Yes, I did..... You know Isabella, there comes a time in life where you have to accept great task and responsibilities so as to reveal your uniqueness to the world...… I believe that time has come.

She stared at him confused. I don't understand dad. Gabriel continued speaking... I need you to perform a very important task right now. I'm going to give you a responsibility which is far from what you've done or ever imagined doing. Isabella becoming anxious. Do you mean it's far more important than hunting for animals and beasts? .... and better than trying to act normal in the human world when everyone thinks you're a complete weirdo and freak?

Gabriel smiling..... Of course. She exclaimed in delight... That's so cool! Can I ask what responsibility i will be assigned to? You will be put in charge of guiding 'the Aura of Light'. he said. Isabella now confused. What's that?..... You will find out in due time. Right now, what's more important is getting you ready for the great day. What's the great day? she asked curiously..... it's a day where the mantle of leadership is been handed over to you as the new Leader of the guardian of the Spirit world.

Isabella amazed at this sudden declaration by her dad..... I think that's more exciting than going to the boring human schools. Gee, I hate schools! .... and about that, he said. You will still have to go to the human schools. Isabella murmurs in dissatisfaction. Why dad? Your mum only agreed you accept this new responsibility only on the condition that you still attend the human school. Isabella upset as she screams aloud. Why is she always insisting I must go to school?! Arghhhhhh!!!! Calm down Isabella and tell me the reason you hate to go to school? He asked curiously.

it's not that I hate schools dad, but, I'm not really comfortable with the schools in the human world. Why? he asked..... I don't feel I belong there. Whenever I'm in school, I feel so distant and lonely. I hardly make friends with the other kids in school and even when I do, everything seems to go wrong. My school mates always make me feel I'm a freak. I just don't get it. Gabriel signs. Hmmm.... I see...… There's absolutely nothing to be scared of child. I'm sure if you can handle this task effectively, there's nothing challenging you won't be able to handle on your own.... You mean that? she said smiling. Yes. I do.....Then, I will like to get started with my training as quickly as possible. she answered excitedly... I've already discussed this with the council of elders and they're willing to give you the opportunity to prove yourself. Isabella shouting and jumping in joy. I'm so excited! This is the best day of my life! Woah! ...Too early to get excited dear. Trust me, this is something I've been doing for years. There's going to come a point in your life when you will want to quit, run away or even give up but I want you to remember what I'm about to tell you...….. "With a great destiny comes great responsibility" Just imagine the things you could accomplish when you get this just right? ..... I won't let you down. she said confidently. Gabriel answered. I know you're more than capable to handle the job. It's just an instinct. Isabella smiled. Thanks dad..... you're welcome, child. I will be gone in a short time. I have a very important assignment I've been called to do. So, until I return, you will need to take my place temporarily as the new Leader of the Guardian of the Spirit world...…. He signs..... Alright. I think I'm running out of time. Meet me here in two days. I will introduce you to the rest of the crew and then, officially hand over to you 'the scepter of light and purity'. Isabella nodded. Ok dad. I guess I will have to take my leave now. Gabriel added. Good luck child. Isabella waved at him. Bye...…. Almost Immediately, he vanishes from sight as Isabella existed the Garden.