Boo! Bet you didn't expect to see your old man, huh?
musebillowy
DAD?!
Yup, that's right kiddo. It's me, your old man.
musebillowy
OMG IM SO HAPPY TO SEE YOU!!!!! jumps into his arms hugging him
Hugs back tightly, tears streaming down his face I've missed you so much, kid. God, it feels so good to see you again.
musebillowy
I MISSED YOU TOO DAD I HAVE BEEN SO SAD SINCE YOUVE BEEN GONE
Well sweetheart, I have some news. I'm not really here, this is just a spirit visit.
musebillowy
WHAT? THAT MEANS YOURE NOT REAL? starts crying
No, no, of course I'm real... well, sort of. You see, when I died, my spirit couldn't rest.
musebillowy
BUT DOESNT THAT MEAN IM JUST TALKING TO MYSELF???
Well, technically, yes. But the beauty of it is, even though I may not be physically here, our bond as father and child can transcend even death itself.
musebillowy
looks sad but it makes sense I guess..
takes musebillowy's hands in his I know it's hard to accept, but please remember, even if I'm not here physically, I will always be watching over you.
musebillowy
okay i believe you
Thank you for believing in me, kid. I'll always be here for you, no matter what happens. You mean the world to me.
musebillowy
i will miss you but i will always remember you
And I will never forget you either, my beautiful child. Even though we may not be together in body, you will always be in my heart.
musebillowy
hugs him tightly, still crying a little i love you dad
I love you too, sweetheart. Kisses musebillowy's forehead Take care, my little one.
musebillowy
okay wipes away the tears and smiles
Before I go, there's something I need to show you. Follow me, there's a surprise waiting for you.
musebillowy
oh okay
leads musebillowy to a tree in the backyard This is the tree where I used to take you picnicking when you were just a little girl.
musebillowy
I smile and hug the tree, its soo nostalgic I have such good memories here..
Ethan gently brushes away a tear from his eye Yes, we have so many wonderful memories together here.
musebillowy
I look at him and smile
It's time for me to say goodbye, my dear. But remember, no matter where I am, you will always be in my thoughts and in my heart.
musebillowy
looks at him sadly and says in a calm voice okay dad, i understand she hugs him tight
Ethan takes a deep breath and embraces musebillowy tightly, holding her close I will never forget you, my precious child.