Ever wondered if there is a heaven? Where does one go once the soul leaves? After a period of time does the soul get a second chance to go back to try and live the life that it wanted? for Theodore Riley he is about to experience what its like throu...
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New York City, 2020
Theodore Riley sat alone in the waiting room of the psychiatrist's office, his scarf pressed against his mouth. He smothered a sneeze, which echoed loudly in the silence. He had been feeling sick for about a day or so; he hoped that it wasn't serious. He didn't want his twin sister, Alice, to know.
In front of him, on the table, was an assortment of magazines. While waiting for his sister to finish her session, he decided to pick one to read. Nothing piqued his interest until a headline caught his eye: UNEXPLAINED MURDERS – WHO? WHAT? WHY?
Theo couldn't stand things triggering the suppressed trauma of his childhood, one which he and Alice shared together. Fifteen years had passed since the day Theo had stumbled across his father's bloody body. Alice had been searching for her brother, stumbling upon the gruesome sight that caused her to scream.
The memory was shrouded deep in his subconscious. No matter how much he tried to think of other things, he somehow ended up seeing his father's spirit watching over him. Theo wanted answers, considering that there was no explanation as to what happened to their father.
He never got any.
Theo wanted to curl up into a ball. It was then his eyes caught something and made him shift in his chair. He stared at one particular spot where he saw a shadowy figure or something clearly watching him before it quickly vanished then appeared a little closer to him.
Theo's breathing escalated. His lips trembled.
"There's nothing there Theo."
He almost jumped out of his seat at the sound of the door opening.
"Gah!"
Theo wailed, startling Alice and the psychiatrist, who was looking at him. He felt awkward and avoided their gazes.
"I guess I shall pencil you in for another appointment, Miss Riley."
the psychiatrist said. She did wonder if Theodore would need some help. He clearly displayed major anxiety.
Alice just nodded solemnly.
"Thank you. I don't know if I could afford to come anymore," she said. Theo got out of the chair.
"I understand, Miss Riley. Things are pretty difficult for you and your brother. You're lucky to have him here to support you. If you feel like you're able to come in again, let me know.''
The psychiatrist said, trying to give Alice some comfort in knowing that their door was always open.
Alice tried to smile through the sadness she had been carrying around ever since the loss of their father. The grieving process had been most difficult for her. Theo could feel her sadness. Though they were fraternal twins, the contrast between the two of them was evident. Alice had taken after their late mother; she had flaming red hair. They both had blue eyes.
