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Chapter 16 - Episode 16: Forty-Seven

In the vast halls of Heaven, golden light rippled softly as God's voice echoed with calm wisdom.

God: Theo, you need to return to the world of humans. Remember—the 100 Days for your mission to Karina are not over.

Theo clenched his fists, sorrow clouding his eyes.

Theo: But… what's the point of doing a mission for her… if she doesn't even remember me?

A gentle silence followed.

God: And who said she doesn't remember you?

Theo froze.

Theo: What… what do you mean?

God: I told you—I cannot interfere.

But now… go back to her.

Theo's wings relaxed, hope flickering in his chest.

Theo: Thank You… so much, God.

And with that, Heaven opened its gates for him once again.

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The portal shimmered as Theo descended, feathers glowing faintly.

But the moment he stepped out—

his heart stopped.

Karina was standing there.

Waiting.

Eyes trembling. Breath uneven. Tears threatening.

Theo: ?!

Karina: Theo… what is this?!

Theo swallowed, guilt weighing heavily.

Theo: Karina, please… let me explain—

But she shook her head.

Karina: I've seen everything, Theo.

You don't need to explain.

…I know you're an angel.

Theo's eyes widened.

Theo: But… how?

Karina: Did God send you here?

Theo nodded slowly.

Theo: Yes… you're right.

And… I only have 47 days left in this mission.

Karina stumbled back a step.

Karina: Forty–seven days…?

What will happen after those 47 days?

Theo inhaled shakily.

Theo: I… I need to go back to Heaven.

Karina's voice cracked instantly.

Karina: Please… after those 47 days… don't leave me.

I'm begging you, Theo. Please…

Theo reached out, his hand brushing her cheek gently.

Theo: Even if I don't want to leave you…

I can't disobey Him.

It's the Lord's command.

Karina wiped her tears angrily.

Karina: The Lord?

Then I'll talk to Him!

Theo shook his head instantly.

Theo: You can't.

He won't appear before humans.

Karina: Please… there has to be something…

Theo looked into her eyes, voice trembling.

Theo: We don't know what will happen in the future.

But remember—

I'm always by your side.

Suddenly—

a dark, mocking laugh shattered the air.

???: Tearful love… because I will end that now!!

HAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!

A shadow spread across the sky.

Something… or someone… had returned.

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