He finally composed himself and we found ourselves eye-to-eye once more .
“ Right , so , we ’ re to follow …” he said , clearing his throat , “ to follow the instructions .”
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“ To the letter .” “ To the letter . Yes , sir .” “ I ’ ll see myself out .”
I walked down the blackened hall and followed the set of marble winding steps to the first floor . As I descended , light gradually washed over me . In opposition to the second floor , the first was bathed in soft , bright illumination . At the bottom of the stairs , I took a breath and released a long sigh . A small grin cracked the corner of my mouth and my spirit revived , like an old gent after great sex . I was back in my beloved light .
“ Mr . Kade !” Mr . Holstadtler stood at the balcony of the staircase on the second floor . “ How can we reach you if a problem arises ?”
“ My number ’ s on the paper . That ’ s my cell .” Mr . Holstadtler checked the paper :
Bury with stake in chest – do NOT take out ! Bless body in family religious convention Burial ground must be sacred , NO private plots Plot must be dug to 10 feet – NO less Do NOT invite any stranger into home for 40 days
Matthias Kade , Vampyre Paladin 213-888-2622