Tempt me and I will fall

Chapter One

Lucy stood up from her kneeling position. She stretched her arms above her head and waited for the satisfying pop of her muscles. Not that they were cramped after her hours kneeling in prayer and focus. It was merely a habit from her life on Earth. It didn't matter how many years had passed since she had been graced as an angel, the one habit she carried from her human life was stretching. Upon not hearing a pop, she lowered her arms and looked around her surroundings. Her home was beautiful. Light and peaceful. In the distance, she could hear God's choir singing. Their beautiful voices clear and pure, were in perfect harmony.

She smiled softly and left her home. She waved in greeting to her fellow angels as she made her way Home.

It was a tad confusing, she had to admit, when she was first graced. She had a home, a private dwelling where she could focus and be alone in prayer, and then there was Home. Home, was the area of Heaven reserved for groups of angels to help those on Earth.

There were cross over angels, who helped the suddenly departed find peace and make the decision to cross over into Heaven or be reborn to complete whatever tasks they had been unable to complete during that life time. There were the helper angels, who helped ill or injured humans let go and move forward. There were the miracle angels, who used the healing light of God himself to heal humans from any ailment. And then, there were guardian angels. Guardian angels worked hand in hand with miracle angels, helping to protect and save a human life.

Lucy was a guardian angel. She had been graced fifty years previous, and had made the decision to become a guardian. In any type of work, whether it be on Earth or Heaven, there was always a ladder to climb. She had begun small, protecting young children from accidents, and had worked her way up. Her goal was to become a Miraculous Guardian. One who was able to wield Heavenly light of miracles while being able to guard and protect human lives. There were many miracle angels, and many guardian angels, but very few who could do both.

"Lucy! You finally made it." An angel, taller than Lucy, with streaming white hair and clear, light gray eyes waved her over.

"Good day, Sister T. How are you today?" Lucy asked, clasping her hands in front of her. Lucy loved Sister T. She was the type of angel Lucy strived to be like. She was a Miraculous Guardian. She was the first, actually, and was in charge of the guardian and miracle groups, making sure they both ran smoothly and worked together when needed.

"I am well, Lucy." Sister T smiled, "I have good news for you today!" She grinned and pointed to a bench a few feet away, "Come, sit with me."

Lucy followed her to the bench, and they sat down together, "What news do you have, Sister?" Lucy asked.

"Lucy, I know you have been working very hard lately, and I must say, you are an amazing guardian." Sister T began, "I would like to give you the opportunity to begin training as a Miraculous Guardian."

Lucy felt her eyes grow wide, and excitement build up within her, "Sister T, I cannot believe it! This is amazing!" She cried, "I promise I will train hard!" She clasped Sister T's hands and shook them.

"I feel I should warn you the training will be difficult." Sister T smiled inwardly at Lucy's excitement.

"It doesn't matter." Lucy shook her head, her blonde hair flying all about her face.

"Excellent. We will begin training today. Please follow me." Sister T stood up from the bench and led Lucy to a separate room, full of scrolls.

Lucy followed her in, "What's this Sister? I've never seen this room before." She asked, curious.

"This room, is strictly for the Miraculous Guardians," Sister T explained, "It holds all the knowledge we have gained, and trials we have faced. Our failures and successes."

Lucy cocked her head, "What do you mean, failures and successes? I thought Miraculous Guardians were always successful."

Sister T shook her head, "Tell me, Lucy. When you are protecting a soul, who is around?"

"Around?" Lucy asked, even more curious.

"Yes. Are there others around? Humans, other angels, or perhaps a servant of Lucifer?"

"Sometimes there are other angels or humans around. Sometimes both, depending on the situation," She said, "But I've never seen a servant of Lucifer. I thought they were unable to be around us or they die." Lucy looked at the pile of scrolls on the table in front of her.

"Heaven and Hell work together, in a strange way. As angels of God living in Heaven, we are able to guild a human life. Help their soul to find to peace, and guide them on the path of life."

"Okay, I understand so far, but what does Hell have to do with that?" Lucy questioned.

"Hell makes it their personal duty to make life as difficult as possible." Sister T glared at the scroll, an unusual look to see on an angels face. "They take it upon themselves to cause accidents, derail plans, and cause death. Sometimes in horrific ways."

"But sister, how does that help Heaven?"

"Lucy, without Hell causing problems, the people would forget to turn to Heaven in times of need." Sister T looked up from the scroll, "As a Miraculous Guardian, you WILL run into servants of Lucifer. Your job, is to protect and save the lives at risk before they can destroy them."

Lucy's eyes grew wide, "I understand." She nodded.

"No, Lucy. You don't. You won't until you meet one face to face. This is where we begin our training." Sister T held up a scroll, "Come, and let us begin."