章 52: Snow... I Sure Love The Snow
A day passed and snow continued to fall. While the Pharmacist was busy tending to customers, the Ghost opened his eyes. His body felt heavy and weak. He groaned as he sat up. He was bandaged and had various medicinal patches all over his body.
Shit... Looks like I went overboard.
As he looked around he was drawn to the window where snow was falling slowly and gently. His eyes widened as he gazed at the beautiful sight. The Ghost slid out of the bed and removed the IV needle. He slipped on his boots and coveralls then left the clinic out the backdoor.
As the Pharmacist finished up with his customer, the potion he'd just sold crashed to the floor.
Ma'am? Is everything alright?
Look behind you, out the window...
Turning around, he saw the Ghost outside basking in the falling snow. His eyes widened and he rushed outside.
Isn't this stuff beautiful?
You're wake! YOU NEED TO BE IN BED RESTING!
Doc... Let me enjoy this snow, just for a while.
The Pharmacist sighed and smiled. Everyone has stopped by to check on you. You should...
The Ghost began to crumple to the ground in pain when Kazuto caught him.
By the gods. Can't you ever just lay down and rest?
I... I love the snow.
Kazuto's eyes opened wide to see the Ghost staring up at the falling snowflakes. There was a wonder in his eyes.
I should've known better. Your grandpa told me you enjoyed this.
It stopped snowing like this years and years ago... I truly missed this.
Yes. A peaceful snowfall.
As they watched the snow, Tempest and the others who had been coming to check on the Ghost saw Kazuto help him to his feet.
Ghost! You're awake!
Yes Tempest, that I am.
How do you feel?
Surprisingly powerless. I could even say I feel weak but looking at this snow... I feel at peace.
Tempest and the others smiled and hugged the Ghost.
Kett here has a surprise for you. said Spencer, pushing Kett forwards.
Well little man, what do you have for me?
This! Kett presented the Ghost with a cane made from the handle of his sledgehammer.
A cane? Guys, I'm not... the Ghost winces in pain. Looks like I might actually need this. Thank you Kett.
The little fox boy smiles as his tail wags.
Would all of you excuse me... There is someone I must see.
Of course, Kazuto will accompany you.
I don't need...
Ghost, frankly... It's a miracle you can even stand at all. Your body is functioning at about fifteen percent of your original life force. Demon Lord Kazuto will accompany you.
Fine.
The Ghost turned and began walking away while Kett was still holding his cane.
Give him time young Kett. He's just woken up, he needs to realize he can't do what he used to do.
Kazuto rushes after him while everyone else just stands there.
Ghost, use the cane.
Like hell I will. I'm not that injured.
GHOST LISTEN TO ME!
NO! I'm... still useful. Don't relegate me to the bench yet.
Kazuto nods as the Ghost slowly marches past the gates and heads over to the snow covered crater where he'd ended his mother.
As the Ghost stares at the empty hole, he clenches his fist.
You tried to take everything from me... but here I am, and here I stand, victorious over the monster you were and the monster you tired to make me into.
As he lowered his head, Archie and Scott walked up.
Aye! How we feeling?
I'm alright Grandpa.
That's good! I'm glad to see you up and about!
It's good to be up and moving!
Archie motions for Scott to speak to his son, while he and Kazuto moved away to catch up.
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