Mary Kendall, A Ghost Story
@CravenLestat gifted me a ghost sim with a sad story. This is his story about how she became a ghost. The Mary Kendall Story :( Mary was a only child born to a poor family from the town o...
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Mary Kendall, A Ghost Story
Layla's Confession
The golden light streaming in the window seems to make her face shine with a health that she has not seen in a long time. It does her heart good to see her young face staring back at her. Looking critically into the mirror, she is surprised at how relaxed her features are and more importantly how carefree she feels right this minute. There are no worry or stress lines on her face. She is not experiencing her usual headache, no pounding in her chest, no upset stomach. She feels perfectly normal. She hasn't felt this way in years, since becoming the Oracle in fact. Layla peers in the mirror one more time and wonders if she should return to that life. The Fates are still blocked since she almost died after the previous communication with them. She is not quite sure she wants to communicate with them anytime soon. This has been her life for so many years. What will she do if she is not the Oracle?
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Down in the kitchen Layla finds leftover crepes and enjoys them with her morning tea. It is quiet in the house and her thoughts turn to Lee. She smiles thinking of him. He is obviously extremely intelligent having mastered all the elemental magic as well as light and dark magic. She ponders why he is not assuming a leadership position with the grand council. He is clearly well qualified. Lee is also a fine looking man. He is apparently attracted to her by what he said after her change. She is not quite sure if he is aware they all overheard him. He seems a little naive, maybe just shy when it comes to women. Most of their conversation has been about Mary, her curse and his magic. Perhaps today she can find out more about him.
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Lee greets Layla enthusiastically as he enters the kitchen. “Good morning, Oracle.”
Layla replies frostily, but with a wicked smile he can see as she turns. “Good morning Wizard.” Her eyes stare daggers at Lee.
He laughs heartily at her attempt to stare him down. “Oh, I am so sorry Layla. I did it again! I apologize. I will eventually get used to addressing you by your given name. For such a long time I’ve thought of you as The Oracle. I never imagined I’d actually meet you and associate with you in person.”
Layla nods as she resumes cleaning the counter. “I accept your apology Lee. I don't feel like an Oracle. You should practice saying my name. Layla, Layla, Layla."
He watches thoughtfully as she cleans the dirty cabinet. “Layla, Layla, Layla! I know you are a genie. Why do you clean like that rather than wield your powers?”
Layla giggles at how Lee uses her name. Ok, she can add, sense of humor under that serious facade to Lee's list of attributes. "Sometimes, it just feels good to scrub until a room is spotless."
Lee delights at hearing her giggle and resolves to make her do that more often.
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Grabbing a plate of crepes from the fridge, Lee sets it on the table. He looks over at Layla, and she is finishing the counter. "Layla, have you eaten? Please join me."
"Thank you, I ate earlier."
"Come sit and talk with me unless you have other plans."
Layla sits at the table delighted that Lee wants her company. She watches him eat with obvious enjoyment. “Lee, what are your plans while you wait until Mary can be revived?”
“I want to check my supplies. I will go through my inventory and be sure everything is fresh and ready. I plan to call and set up time to visit Emmaline and help her with her Earth levels. She needs a sponsor, and I can undertake that easily. I'd also like to look around town. I've never been to this part of the world before. I'd love to explore.”
“That is very kind of you to help Emmaline. She seems eminently worthy and was so valuable after I collapsed and of course, provided the cure as well. You seem to enjoy your work. Helping others comes naturally to you?”
“It is what I’ve desired to do since I was young. I focused on learning and acquired the knowledge needed to do my best for others. I enjoy my work. You also help others, Layla. Don’t you enjoy it?”
She sighs and wonders, 'what he will think after finding out how awful the real me is. I guess I might as well tell him now, before becoming too involved with him.'
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“I enjoyed it when I initially became the Oracle. My friend Jerich thought it was perfect for me when I felt the call. It was marvelous helping others and guiding them by providing the prophecy from the Fates. I didn’t always recognize what the prophecy meant. Interpretation was up to the individual according to the Fates. Sometimes they are perfectly clear. But more often the prophecies are obscure. People were very unhappy and denounced me as if it was my fault.”
“At first, I was patient with their disappointment. It was understandable when they were seeking help, and I provided gibberish. The Fates speak through me. I can't change what they say. I became bitter from the blame and less patient with their disappointment. When I met Jamie, he helped by calming some of those seeking the words. That helped tremendously, but he couldn't always be present. He also tried to help me, but I wouldn’t let him. I was too stubborn to see I needed help too. I became more distant and resentful over the years. Some prophecies are obviously dreadful and terrifying. I always informed the petitioners that prophecies can be changed because of free will. How they alter their lives is up to them, not me. I can’t fix it. I would offer to read them later to see if things changed. Some took me up on that and did change their fate. I was always very delighted to discover the new prophecy and those people were grateful and satisfied. It was a joy to help them, but I still maintained my distance. Others condemned me for the Fates words as they waited for it to come to pass, and did nothing to change their lives. Year after year it took a toll on me. I did my job but no longer enjoyed it. It showed in how I treated those who wanted something I could not give. I never thought about quitting. I expect I should have, or found another way to figure out the meanings of the prophecies."
“This last client most assuredly did not like his prophecy and cursed me. I’m honestly not quite sure I can begin again. I closed myself off from the Fates after almost dying relating Mary's. I’m not ready to allow them back in. I finally let Jamie help me when he was in Shang Simla. That was when I recognized how his power is growing with the bond he has with Bekka. It is truly extraordinary.” Layla finishes her story and looks up at Lee expecting to see damnation and scorn in his face. Instead, she sees nothing but concern.
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“Oh, my dear Layla. No one should have to go through that kind of trial trying to help others. It would be very difficult for anyone to undergo that kind of constant criticism. I don't understand the Fates allowing this to happen to you or any Oracle bearing their words. The Fates gave you a difficult task, and no guidance on deciphering their words to make it easier dealing with frustrated petitioners. You are correct, it is time for you to consider whether you want to continue as the Oracle. You need to take your time thinking about what you want for your future. When you decide to talk with the Fates, please allow me to support you as you meditate to reach them. Despite the potions curing you, your body took a terrible toll from the curse as well as almost dying. I’m glad Jamie helped. He is an extremely powerful empath. I will need to work with him as well.” He reaches out and touches her hand gently in reassurance.
“Thank you Lee. I sincerely appreciate your kind words. Yes, I would be honored to have your support when I talk with the Fates. That is very reassuring to me.” She smiles gratefully at him. “Please let me help you check your ingredients and show you around town. I don't know it well but I went out exploring the other day. Despite being very cold that day, it was beautiful. I'm used to warmer climates, and I expect I will enjoy spring here more than winter.
"Yes, you can certainly help check the ingredients. Perhaps we can do that tomorrow. It would be my pleasure to explore the town with you."
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Layla's Confession
The golden light streaming in the window seems to make her face shine with a health that she has not seen in a long time. It does her heart good to see her young face staring back at her. Looking critically into the mirror, she is surprised at how relaxed her features are and more importantly how carefree she feels right this minute. There are no worry or stress lines on her face. She is not experiencing her usual headache, no pounding in her chest, no upset stomach. She feels perfectly normal. She hasn't felt this way in years, since becoming the Oracle in fact. Layla peers in the mirror one more time and wonders if she should return to that life. The Fates are still blocked since she almost died after the previous communication with them. She is not quite sure she wants to communicate with them anytime soon. This has been her life for so many years. What will she do if she is not the Oracle?
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Down in the kitchen Layla finds leftover crepes and enjoys them with her morning tea. It is quiet in the house and her thoughts turn to Lee. She smiles thinking of him. He is obviously extremely intelligent having mastered all the elemental magic as well as light and dark magic. She ponders why he is not assuming a leadership position with the grand council. He is clearly well qualified. Lee is also a fine looking man. He is apparently attracted to her by what he said after her change. She is not quite sure if he is aware they all overheard him. He seems a little naive, maybe just shy when it comes to women. Most of their conversation has been about Mary, her curse and his magic. Perhaps today she can find out more about him.
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Lee greets Layla enthusiastically as he enters the kitchen. “Good morning, Oracle.”
Layla replies frostily, but with a wicked smile he can see as she turns. “Good morning Wizard.” Her eyes stare daggers at Lee.
He laughs heartily at her attempt to stare him down. “Oh, I am so sorry Layla. I did it again! I apologize. I will eventually get used to addressing you by your given name. For such a long time I’ve thought of you as The Oracle. I never imagined I’d actually meet you and associate with you in person.”
Layla nods as she resumes cleaning the counter. “I accept your apology Lee. I don't feel like an Oracle. You should practice saying my name. Layla, Layla, Layla."
He watches thoughtfully as she cleans the dirty cabinet. “Layla, Layla, Layla! I know you are a genie. Why do you clean like that rather than wield your powers?”
Layla giggles at how Lee uses her name. Ok, she can add, sense of humor under that serious facade to Lee's list of attributes. "Sometimes, it just feels good to scrub until a room is spotless."
Lee delights at hearing her giggle and resolves to make her do that more often.
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Grabbing a plate of crepes from the fridge, Lee sets it on the table. He looks over at Layla, and she is finishing the counter. "Layla, have you eaten? Please join me."
"Thank you, I ate earlier."
"Come sit and talk with me unless you have other plans."
Layla sits at the table delighted that Lee wants her company. She watches him eat with obvious enjoyment. “Lee, what are your plans while you wait until Mary can be revived?”
“I want to check my supplies. I will go through my inventory and be sure everything is fresh and ready. I plan to call and set up time to visit Emmaline and help her with her Earth levels. She needs a sponsor, and I can undertake that easily. I'd also like to look around town. I've never been to this part of the world before. I'd love to explore.”
“That is very kind of you to help Emmaline. She seems eminently worthy and was so valuable after I collapsed and of course, provided the cure as well. You seem to enjoy your work. Helping others comes naturally to you?”
“It is what I’ve desired to do since I was young. I focused on learning and acquired the knowledge needed to do my best for others. I enjoy my work. You also help others, Layla. Don’t you enjoy it?”
She sighs and wonders, 'what he will think after finding out how awful the real me is. I guess I might as well tell him now, before becoming too involved with him.'
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“I enjoyed it when I initially became the Oracle. My friend Jerich thought it was perfect for me when I felt the call. It was marvelous helping others and guiding them by providing the prophecy from the Fates. I didn’t always recognize what the prophecy meant. Interpretation was up to the individual according to the Fates. Sometimes they are perfectly clear. But more often the prophecies are obscure. People were very unhappy and denounced me as if it was my fault.”
“At first, I was patient with their disappointment. It was understandable when they were seeking help, and I provided gibberish. The Fates speak through me. I can't change what they say. I became bitter from the blame and less patient with their disappointment. When I met Jamie, he helped by calming some of those seeking the words. That helped tremendously, but he couldn't always be present. He also tried to help me, but I wouldn’t let him. I was too stubborn to see I needed help too. I became more distant and resentful over the years. Some prophecies are obviously dreadful and terrifying. I always informed the petitioners that prophecies can be changed because of free will. How they alter their lives is up to them, not me. I can’t fix it. I would offer to read them later to see if things changed. Some took me up on that and did change their fate. I was always very delighted to discover the new prophecy and those people were grateful and satisfied. It was a joy to help them, but I still maintained my distance. Others condemned me for the Fates words as they waited for it to come to pass, and did nothing to change their lives. Year after year it took a toll on me. I did my job but no longer enjoyed it. It showed in how I treated those who wanted something I could not give. I never thought about quitting. I expect I should have, or found another way to figure out the meanings of the prophecies."
“This last client most assuredly did not like his prophecy and cursed me. I’m honestly not quite sure I can begin again. I closed myself off from the Fates after almost dying relating Mary's. I’m not ready to allow them back in. I finally let Jamie help me when he was in Shang Simla. That was when I recognized how his power is growing with the bond he has with Bekka. It is truly extraordinary.” Layla finishes her story and looks up at Lee expecting to see damnation and scorn in his face. Instead, she sees nothing but concern.
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“Oh, my dear Layla. No one should have to go through that kind of trial trying to help others. It would be very difficult for anyone to undergo that kind of constant criticism. I don't understand the Fates allowing this to happen to you or any Oracle bearing their words. The Fates gave you a difficult task, and no guidance on deciphering their words to make it easier dealing with frustrated petitioners. You are correct, it is time for you to consider whether you want to continue as the Oracle. You need to take your time thinking about what you want for your future. When you decide to talk with the Fates, please allow me to support you as you meditate to reach them. Despite the potions curing you, your body took a terrible toll from the curse as well as almost dying. I’m glad Jamie helped. He is an extremely powerful empath. I will need to work with him as well.” He reaches out and touches her hand gently in reassurance.
“Thank you Lee. I sincerely appreciate your kind words. Yes, I would be honored to have your support when I talk with the Fates. That is very reassuring to me.” She smiles gratefully at him. “Please let me help you check your ingredients and show you around town. I don't know it well but I went out exploring the other day. Despite being very cold that day, it was beautiful. I'm used to warmer climates, and I expect I will enjoy spring here more than winter.
"Yes, you can certainly help check the ingredients. Perhaps we can do that tomorrow. It would be my pleasure to explore the town with you."
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