Chapter 7

Dennis was only vaguely aware of birds singing in the trees outside their window.He guessed it was almost time to get up.A knock came at the door.As usual,Brett answered.Dennis wondered who it could be.They didn’t get thatmany visitors,preferring to keep mostly to themselves.

“Welcome,beloved Angel.”

Who’s passing over now?Dennis wondered,getting to his feet.Roxanne had already gone to say hello to Gabriel,who had come in and was petting her.

Dennis stood and gave a bow.“Welcome,beloved Angel.”

“The day is at hand.”Gabriel spread his wings as much as the small room would allow.

“Huh?”Dennis was still half-asleep.

“Mr.Smith will be passing over soon.”

At first Dennis couldn’t process the archangel’s words.“My Mr.Smith?Colton?”he asked,not allowing himself to hope.

The light in the room brightened.“Yes,your Colton Smith.”