But Dad, I'm Already Dead
As Grandpa burned them, he murmured through tears, "Ewan, I'm sending you all the things you love, so you won't be lonely over there. My good boy, your life was too bitter this time… In the next life, make sure you open your eyes wide and find a good family. Be a carefree, happy little boy, okay? I'll come to join you very soon…"
Looking at his aging back, I wanted to cry. "Grandpa, you have to live a long, long life!"
Just then, the young officer arrived at my grave, cradling a bouquet of white daisies.
He gently laid the flowers down and offered a salute to my photograph, his eyes red-rimmed. "Rest in peace, young man. The bad guys got what they deserved."
Looking at him, I clumsily mimick