I SAW HIM

I hugged Uncle James seeking solace in his embrace, and he hugged me back warmly.

"It's fine. I'm here for you. Okay?" He cooed, his voice soothing.

I took a deep breath, relieved that the dream wasn't real. I didn't want to imagine what could have happened if it were.

Uncle James got me a glass of water, gulping it down .I finally said

" I saw him", my voice trembling.

Uncle James gently separated us, his expression shifting to one of concern. " you saw who?"

" Th…that man. I saw him. I saw my Father, I couldn't see him clearly because of the dark," I stammered, trying to calm my racing heart.

"Calm down and tell me everything ok"? Uncle James said as he held my shoulder

I took a deep breath and continued

" He told me that the blood running in my veins is his . But I rebuked his words, I didn't let them take root. I just don't understand why the dream feels so real".

"He practices black magic and can enter peoples dream , it might be from him , it might not be from him too so just pray dear. uncle James said

My face pales the moment I heard him

Uncle James assured me" it's fine dear. There's nothing he can do to you, okay? Remember GOD'S protection surrounds you."

I nodded, trying to believe his words fully, and then hesitantly asked, " when will grandma be buried?"

Uncle James smiled gently " Eat something first. I got porridge for you. I'll answer your question after you've had your meal."