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the University, was present to help with the ceremony. A strong figure, full of natural grace, her energy alone commanded the attention of the others.
    She humbly focused her thoughts on Grandfather’s energy, smiling gently at Talis as the two caught each other’s eyes. Something between these two pleased Grandfather as he held both of their hands.
    “She is one you need to trust with what I have told you,” he said as he looked at Talis. He squeezed their hands. “You two will be connected on this journey.” They looked at him and at each other. The deep energy in Jasmine’s eyes told both of them that she would indeed be part of the journey. Talis looked at Jasmine and then at his grandfather. “Yes, Grandfather, I understand.”
    Two members of the Council of Elders were also present, Michael and Tythia. This was something of a surprise visit, as Talis had not seen them at the house for several years. Talis’s grandfather had been influential in the forming of the new Council, and also with the mystics at the University, and he knew these two Elders from the past. Despite this, Grandfather had kept only a small circle of friends, choosing to pursue a quiet and reflective path in his final years. The uprising and the ongoing transformation had been his cause; when society finally found its peace again, Grandfather took a backseat and went inward. He had seen and experienced enough, and had lost something precious, never quite regaining his energy. The two Elders’ presence was welcome and honored, yet Talis felt a bit odd about their coming uninvited. He wondered what they were up to. Trust was a major factor in their new society, but Talis still felt somewhat uneasy and he was not sure why. Nevertheless, he greeted them with a kind welcome.
    So it was with Grandfather’s reflection and passing. He had invited his closest friends to say goodbye, and the room reflected a deep aura of peace as Jasmine turned the energy. The love inside the room also was felt strongly. As they gathered around Grandfather’s bed, Talis and Jasmine called everyone to focus their energy on the passing.
    Talis began. “We gather here for a reflection on our loved one, Markus Aoliah Dueter, known to many of us as Grandfather.”
    Jasmine began her reflective song. It began as a simple melody, almost like a child’s lullaby, and then grew into a magical chant. The richness of Jasmine’s voice seemed to blend with the warm light from the candles in the room. Everyone gathered close and laid hands on Grandfather. Tears were flowing from his eyes as he gazed at each one of them.
    Joshua was one of the younger members present and was honored to be there. He looked around at the influential and powerful circle. As a mystic, he could see the strength of the group. The aura colors of the others danced around him as he blended his energy with theirs. All thoughts went to Grandfather and the love he was receiving was evident in all that were present. Joshua felt a bit out of place, his energy was distracted by his dreams, but knew that he was there to honor Grandfather, so he focused on sending the loving energy needed for the passing.
    The energy grew as the reflection song that Jasmine sang grew in intensity. Her mystic chant spiraled in the room as it became more focused on lifting the veil. The strength of her voice and the pure pitch brought the others to a trance-like state. The seers were trained to move energy and life force in the direction needed, and often their work accomplished healing. In the reflection ceremony, however, their work helped transfer energy peacefully to the spirit dimension. It was the way of most people now, and the request of Grandfather.
    Each mystic, like Jasmine, had a special gift to help others on their path. Jasmine had been an acquaintance of Grandfather and had briefly met Talis a few times at special events. She also was a special mystic singer, thus she was invited to the passing for both reasons. This