Page 57 of Twister

“Speaking of auras,” Twister said. “When we entered the inner courtyard to arrest Basuki after removing our boots,I saw…what can only be described as auras around my teammates.”

“What were the colors you saw?”

“Red, deep blue, and some orange.”

“Yes, not surprising. Due to the qualities that draw warriors to their professions, those colors represent courage, strength, discipline, focus, and loyalty.”

Sadie smiled. “So, what’s Twister’s aura like?”

“Mostly red…a lot of raw energy, passion, courage as I mentioned, and leadership. A good dose of orange, associated with enthusiasm, confidence, and a strong sense of purpose, and a smattering of blue for loyalty, stability, trust, and commitment. It is what drew me to offer you an opportunity to speak with me in this setting. I enjoy meeting and engaging with individuals who are expanding. Both of you are in that state, as your auras radiate outward.”

“And Sadie’s color?”

“A very distinctive green. She resonates with unconditional love and a life force that is sensed by all beings, and they are drawn to her for the peace and gentleness she offers. Sadie has a sense of responsibility and service to others, and is very assertive.”

“That doesn’t surprise me,” he murmured. “She does draw people to her.” It’s no wonder David, Dylan, and Neil all were captivated by Sadie’s charms. The description of her aura fit her to a T.

He glanced at Twister. “You recently have come out of some intense personal issues to unite together. There is a beautiful, pure connection between your auras.”

“We fell in love here in Bali and dealt with some life-changing stuff,” Twister said, his gaze going to Sadie, and she smiled at him.

He nodded. “And some of that stuff is unfinished,” Ngurah said. “Mostly having to do with family members and reuniting with them now that you have gleaned this personal knowledge about yourselves. It’s good to reconnect to the past. It shaped each of you into the person you are. Without those pressures, it could have been very different, but we have to all embrace who we are and continue to learn and grow.”

A man appeared at the edge of the circle. “Ah, so soon.” The man nodded and bowed.

“You can’t overtire yourself, holy one.”

They rose, Twister giving Ngurah a helping hand. “Thank you for having us.”

He looked at Sadie. “Your great-grandfather was a courageous man. May you all find peace.” He looked out to the ocean. “He has been waiting for you, my dear, in the arms of Baruna. It is time for him to return home.”

Sadie blinked several times, her eyes sheening with moisture. Twister squeezed her shoulder.

“Stay peaceful and serene,” Ngurah said, looking suddenly very tired.

As they reached the gate several minutes later, Twister turned to Ngurah’s housekeeper. “Is the pendanda ill?”

“His holiness is suffering from a heart condition. He requires surgery but hasn’t gotten a response from his preferred doctor.”

Something jumped in Twister’s gut.

“Who is that?”

“Dr. Anthony Reeves, based in New Hampshire, I believe.”

Stunned, Twister knew there was no way Ngurah could have known who his father was, since the priest only knew him by his call name, Twister. The world worked in mysterious ways. He sighed and smiled. Looked like he was going to New Hampshire.

Dagger knockedon Quinn’s door, waiting patiently for her to answer. He didn’t give her a heads-up that he was coming. He didn’t want to deal with her refusing to see him. She had no choice. She was his sister-in-law, and those children were his family. He had no intention of doing as she asked. They were going to have this out.

Ezra and Elijah needed stability, and he got the feeling they weren’t getting it. Ezra opened the door, and Dagger’s mouth thinned. He was dirty and disheveled, and he once again looked scared.

“Hey, buddy. Is your mom here?”

“She’s sick in the bathroom,” he said, his voice hushed.

Dagger bent down and picked him up, then stepped inside, closing the door behind him. Anger and outrage simmered in his gut. He set Ezra down. “I want you and Elijah to go pack a bag with the stuff you need. You’re going to come visit with me for a little bit.”

His eyes widened, and he swallowed hard. “Is Mommy coming, too?”

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