“You have become greater beings,” said Gabriel, “and are one with your Creator in ways that were not possible while you dwelt in your old archetypal shells. This is part of what you behold in one another now.

“I am Gabriel,” he continued, as he looked into the eyes of Zendar with a gaze of assurance that seemed to penetrate deep into Zendar’s inner spirit. Then stretching his arm toward Zendar, he pointed his open palm upward in the same token of friendship that was clearly displayed between Zendar and Helios.

Zendar responded with the same gesture, smiled warmly at Gabriel and spoke in a rather prophetic tone. “When I first entered these great Halls, it was revealed to me that I would soon travel many dimensions of time and space with both an old friend and a new one, who would serve as our leader.

“I perceive many great adventures before us, and I welcome your friendship. In your eyes I see the eternal flame of God’s Word, burning brightly. Though we have just met, I sense I can trust you to lead us on our new adventures together.”

 

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