before she returned to her life.
“Kate, the fact that you’re here is upsetting enough as it is…for both of us. You can’t imagine what I’d trade to have the chance to hug Jared again. I do feel envious over the fact you get to do that soon. Revel in that and don’t waste your time here focusing on the negative. You’ll be consumed with hatred and only wish you could find a way to hold onto your memories.” Rose smiled wanly. “You’ll just have to trust me and believe that I have yours and Jared’s best interests at heart.”
It was difficult to argue with Rose. The way she said Jared’s name, it was equal parts beautiful and tormenting. Kate was frustrated with Rose’s vagueness, but she had the ability to make the concerns feel small.
“Are you in control of the premonitions I receive? Will you make sure I get the memo about stopping Jared from killing the person?”
“I can’t be actively involved in what happens in your world. Your psychic gift will help you and I have faith that you’ll continue to master your abilities. The premonitions are unpredictable, what you see are the same glimpses I have of potential futures. I don’t decide when or what you see. A part of being psychic is being able to tap into the possible destinies of others.
“The first time you were healed I was permitted to send you away with a vision—the abduction of Matt Spencer. I wished for you to wake up and see what good you could do with your powers. Beyond that, your abilities are ever-changing.” Rose’s skirt swayed as she walked in a half-circle around Kate, studying her. “My hope is you’ll see something in Jared’s future that will incite your protective instincts and keep him on the right path.”
She inwardly groaned. Maybe Rose was right and Kate should stop asking so many questions. It was disheartening to hear she’d have to rely on her gift, powers that were unreliable at best, to save Jared from a disastrous fate.
“I feel like we should be having a metaphysical discussion or something. My mom would be very disappointed in me if I didn’t ask about godly stuff,” Kate admitted. “I’m assuming you’re an angel, right? Were you assigned to me or something?” What a crap job that must be, she thought wryly. She hoped Rose had earned her wings by now if she was the one responsible for consistently saving Kate’s butt.
“We’ll save that for when you’re here permanently. For now, you should get ready to return.” Rose’s smile was sad and Kate understood how hard it was to say goodbye. She was the woman’s one tie to Jared. Although Kate wasn’t the touchy feely sort, she reached for Rose and impulsively gave her a big hug.
“You’ll see Jared again,” Kate swore. “I’ll make sure he doesn’t kill anyone; and, when the time is right, you’ll be reunited with him and your husband.”
“Thank you, Kate. When I saw that his path would cross with yours, I was certain I had to save you to make sure you were in each other’s lives,” Rose breathed into Kate’s hair.
She pulled away and smirked. “It’s either the sweetest or creepiest incidence of matchmaking I ever heard of.”
Rose shook her head and smiled. “I’m excited to watch your journey, Kate. I may be on the sidelines, but I’m still content knowing there’s the possibility of a good and full life for you and Jared.”
“Yeah, about that future…do you want to give me any clues to what happens?” Kate asked leaning forward. “Do we get married? Do we have kids? Are the kids cute? Because your son is drop dead gorgeous and extremely hot people often have funny looking children.”
Rose’s laughter twinkled around her. “The things you worry about…”
Kate shot the woman a mock indignant look. “Hey, I’m just thinking about my poor future kids. You don’t happen to have a photo, do you?”
“Goodbye Kate,” Rose said softly. “I wish you success in, not only keeping my son from danger, but