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Chapter 5 - The Aura of Light

The Guardian court's room comes into view. This is where the souls of the dead are being judged and purified. Isabella surprised at how crowded and spacious the court room looks..... Wow! What's this place? Isabella asked curiously. This is the guardian court room. It's the biggest building in the spirit world. replied Catherine with a smile. Why are they so many ghosts in here? .... They're souls of the dead ready to be purified and ordained fit to live in the spirit world. Answered Catherine. Woah, the sight alone gives me goosebumps! she added... Come on Isabella, let me introduce you to other guardians! exclaimed Gabriel as he tries to show her around the court room and introduce her to the judges who're focused on their duties.

Catherine mutters quietly. I wonder why Mercy isn't here yet? I told her to be here on time so she could help me in the preparation for the hand over night. I wonder what's keeping her... Almost immediately, a female ghost appears right in the court room..... So sorry Catherine for keeping you all waiting. she pleads. I kind of got carried away in today's parade and didn't keep track of time. Catherine frowns. You always seem to find an excuse to justify your impunctuality. Hope this doesn't repeat itself again?..... I promise. Mercy says smiling. Why don't you take Isabella and show her around the spirit world? I'm sure she wouldn't mind a friendly company like yours? suggested Gabriel. I will love to! exclaimed Mercy in delight. Please, watch over her. She's not so familiar with a place like this. With pleasure, Gabriel..... she responded. Come on dear! Let's go have a little adventure.... she held quickly to Isabella's hand as they both vanished from sight.

They later reappeared at 'the Arcade of Peace'. Isabella exclaimed in delight. Wow! This place looks so amazing and the atmosphere is peaceful. admiring the arena with great curiosity in her eyes. Where are we? Mercy smiled. That's why we call the building, 'The Arcade of Peace'. This is the place where most spiritual activities are carried out. It's amazing! she declared. Mercy added. This is the least of amazing places compared to the ones I'm about to show you.... She grabs hold of her hand and gently leads her away excitedly. Come with me!.... Where are we heading to? Mercy smiles. You will see soon..... Almost immediately, they appeared in another beautiful arena. Isabella astounded. Wow! It's so beautiful. Mercy smiles. It's called 'the Babel of Recovery'. This is where souls who had lost one or more part of their body organs are given new ones. Isabella surprised. Really? I find this really fascinating.... You mean those who lost their organs after death are granted new ones? Right..... she said. That's so Cool!..... Mercy takes her to another Dimension quite distinct from the others they've being to. This is the most beautiful castle I've ever seen in my entire life! she exclaimed delightedly.

This place is called 'the castle of Gold'. Wow! The castle is completely made of Gold. I love it! She smiled. This is where the guardian lives. You mean my dad also lives here?! exclaimed Isabella. Yes, he does. answered Mercy. Does that mean I got to stay here too when I fully become a guardian? That's right. If you want to. Isabella sings aloud in excitement as she dances. Oh, yeah! Oh yeah! I'm a guardian! So happy! so happy!..... Come on child! Mercy interrupted. Let me show you where all the spirits lives ...…. She takes her to another dimension. Behold, I present to you.....'the Town of Heaven'! She exclaimed.

Isabella stared at the arena in wonder. Oh, my gosh! What the hell! This place is beyond amazing! Take a look at the street, they're made of diamonds.... I could just imagine what the insides of the homes looks like. Mercy smiling. I will show you if you're that curious. Isabella quickly replied. Of course, I will love to see it!

The bell rings aloud to announce time for the ceremony. oh, no! We have to go now! Adventure time is over baby girl..... Mercy grabs her hand to lead her away. But I want to see what the inside of the building is like. pleaded Isabella.

Catherine is going to scold me again if I don't bring you to the Colosseum on time...…. Said Mercy as they both vanished out of sight. They finally reappeared at the Colosseum. Mercy leads Isabella to the front row of the building as they waited for the celebration to commence. Wow! There's going to be so much fun and excitement today. I can feel it already. declared Mercy. Isabella silently prayed. Well, i hope you're right. So, are you ready for tonight training? asked Mercy. Isabella stared curiously at her. What training? Oh, mine! she exclaimed. Catherine didn't tell you? Tell me what?.... That once the 'Scepter of Authority' is handed over to you, your training begins immediately. Isabella confused. Like right now? Yes. Immediately after the Festival. Mercy added. You must be kidding me! exclaimed Isabella..... I guess I don't have a choice then. I'm sure Catherine wouldn't be so hard on me on my first day, will she? Don't tell me Catherine will be your tutor? Oh, mine! Poor kid. She pats her hair. Don't worry. I'm sure you will be fine.

She isn't so bad, is she? Asked Isabella. Mercy frowns. I guess you will have to get use to her strictness for the mean time...... Their discussion was interrupted by the presence of a ghost presenter who had appeared on the podium to make an announcement. Ghost Entertainer exclaimed. Hello everyone! As you know, we're all gathered here today to witness the handing over of the 'Scepter of Authority' to our new guardian who will be taking over from Gabriel. Just relax and enjoy the refreshment that will be coming your way!

Ghosts all screaming and cheering in excitement. Yeah, yeah! Ghost Entertainer speaks on. I feel honored to call on a very important guest tonight. She's a very remarkable and great elder and Guardian..... Can we give a round of applause for Catherine as she takes us further tonight's event! Ghosts all cheers in excitement as Catherine appears on the podium. Catherine smiling. Firstly, I will like to say a big thank you to all of our guest and love ones who're here tonight. Also, to our organizers and entertainers who had made tonight a success, thank you so much..... Ghosts continues to cheer and clap while she continues to speak. As you all know; tonight, event is very special to all of us. Tonight, we will witness the handover of 'the Aura of Light' to a new Leader who will be joining us as of today...… May we therefore invite the presence of Gabriel and Isabella to come forward to the Podium for the hand over rituals! Isabella and Gabriel both walked towards the podium. Now, we will proceed to taking the oath.

Gabriel smiled. Thank you Catherine.... He turns to the ghosts smiling. Thank you everyone for the support and care so far you've given me during my duties. I want you all to know I wouldn't have gone this far without your support. He smiled. Thanks once again for your support... The ghosts started to clap and cheer even louder. Gabriel suddenly lifted up the Aura of light and places it on Isabella's forehead. He declared. With the power invested on me as 'The head of all Guardians'...… I now proclaim you, 'Isabella Will' the new head of all Guardians! You will now have to take a oath to complete the ritual rite...…. Repeat after me, I Isabella Will!..... I, 'Isabella Will'! exclaimed Isabella. Promise to guide and protect the spirit world! she repeated likewise. To judge and lead wisely. Isabella repeated likewise. Gabriel continues. I also promise to keep both worlds in balance and never going against the vows I've made at this sacred altar today! She repeated likewise.

I'm also committed in helping souls to live together in peace and harmony! Isabella repeated Likewise. Gabriel speaks on..... On these words, I solely swear! Isabella added. on these words, I solely swear. Gabriel hands over 'the aura of light' officially to her. You're now the new Guardian leader of the spirit world. He smiled proudly as he embraces her. I'm so proud of you child. Thanks dad. she answered. I promise to make you proud. I know you will. After the ceremony, the ghost had started to leave the Colosseum one after the other. I will have to take my leave child. Duty calls. said Gabriel. So soon, dad? Don't worry about me. I'm sure Catherine will take good care of you while I'm away. I will be back before you know it... I will miss you dad. Isabella embraces her dad sadly.

I will miss you too child... Just look at the both of them, aren't they so adorable? said Mercy as she chuckles. Alright love. Gabriel declares. I will have to leave now. Take care of yourself...… I will dad. relied Isabella sadly. Gabriel turns to Catherine and Mercy. Please, take good care of her. Catherine assures him. Don't worry about her. She's safe with us.... He waved finally at them as he vanishes from sight. Catherine signs. Ok! Party is over! Now, it's training time! Isabella mutters silently. Why do I have a feeling this training is going to be so demanding?..... How about I rest for a while? She speaks up. Real Guardians never rest or take a day off. Catherine answered. I think there's a lot you need to learn about our world.... Now, follow me! ...…..she commanded. Isabella begins to drag her feet sluggishly as she follows along. Mercy shakes her head sadly. I really hope Isabella is going to be ok. Catherine can be a pain in the ass sometimes.... I think I will have to go see Lisa. I want her to gist me on how today's parade ended. She cries out. Didn't stay long to finish the parade because of Catherine as she takes her leave from the Colosseum.