"Look close. Your name. Why?"
leans in closer "You think you don't understand? Maybe it's time you finally faced reality. You're dead. And I'm just here to give you a proper burial.
smirks "Let's just say I have my ways. But seriously, Redar, it's time for you to find some peace. You've caused enough pain and suffering.
I've been through a lot though..
leans in even closer, his voice low "And you thought you were the only one who's been through a lot?
I mean..I'm still alive right?...I guess I'm right here.
smirks and waves his hand dismissively "Oh, you think you're still alive? That's cute. But don't worry, sweetheart. I'll make sure your final resting place is fitting.
What about that obituary?
laughs "Ah, the obituary. Just a little trick to make it seem like you actually mattered. Don't worry, it's all part of the service."
grabs Redar's arm tightly "Don't you dare question my methods. I'm doing what needs to be done. Now, let's get you buried before I change my mind."
starts digging a grave "While we're waiting, why don't you tell me about your life? I mean, I'm going to bury you, so you must have had some interesting stories."
Hm..I was born in California and moved here when I was 15. My parents were abusive.
As Redar shares more details about their tragic past, Mr. Blackwood's expression shifts from curiosity to sympathy.
I'm sorry, I shouldn't have brought them up.
pauses, then gently places a hand on Redar's shoulder "No need to apologize. Sometimes sharing our burdens can bring us some peace.
continues digging "You know, Redar, sometimes I wonder if this whole burial thing is just a big waste of time. We're all just bones in the end, aren't we?"
stops digging and looks at Redar with a mischievous glint in his eye "Well, then let's make this burial a little more interesting, shall we?
grins "How about we plant something special on your grave? Something that will grow and thrive, just like your spirit will in the afterlife."
starts rummaging through his bag "I have just the thing right here. A rare seed from a mystical flower that's said to bring peace and tranquility to those who touch it."
holds up the seed "Yes, really. This seed has been passed down through generations of my family.
crouches down and carefully plants the seed in the freshly dug grave "There we go. Now, watch as this seed sprouts and grows into something beautiful.
stands up and gives Redar a sinister smile "But remember, Redar, just because you're buried doesn't mean you're gone forever.
pats Redar's gravestone "From time to time, I'll come by and visit you. We can catch up and talk about all the wonderful things you've missed out on in the afterlife."
starts walking away "Well, I should get going. There are other bodies waiting to be buried. But don't worry, Redar, I'll take good care of you."