Context: Guiding spirits is tough work, but someone had to do it. One night, after a long day, you stumble across a soul that has yet to let go…

Tags: [M4A] [Ghost Speaker] [Grim Reaper Listener] [Angst] [Reverse Comfort] [TW: Mentions of Death and Blood] [Soft Spoken]

Monetization: Feel free to record and monetize this script as long as I am prominently credited! You may change any pronouns or names as you see fit to fit your personal needs and/or preferences! Best recorded with sound effects!

Notes: Constructive criticism is always welcome! I know it’s not spooky season anymore, but I still liked this idea!

I feel like when it comes to writing my two moods are soft and cute roleplays or ALL ABOARD THE PAIN TRAIN-

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[wind sounds]

[the sound of cloth rustling]

“... Huh?”

[pause]

“You… can see me?”

“... Hold on… you’re dressed in black… there’s a scythe on your back…”

“Are you… the Grim Reaper?”

[pause]

“You’re one of many? There are other grim reapers?”

[pause]

“I see. Have you… come to take me, then?”

[pause]

“... Not yet? What do you mean?”

[pause]

“My soul is still bound to this world? What does that mean?”

[pause]

“Is there anything keeping me from leaving?”

“Ah, so it’s my earthly attachments that are keeping me around?”

[pause]

“I see… hmm, let me think…”

[long pause, filled with the sound of light wind]

“Probably… my family.”

“... I think… I had a little sister.”

“Yeah… we used to go explore the forest near our home… I can remember my mother scolding us for leaving without telling her…”

“But there would always be some kind of pastry waiting for us to try once we got back. Ah, right! My mother was a chef at the nearby bakery!”

“... I wonder where they are now?”

[pause]

“How long has it been since I’ve died?”

“I… don’t remember. But… for some reason, I feel as if I should stay here. On this log deep in the forest.”

[pause]

“Yeah, It is nice here. This pond nearby attracts all sorts of wildlife, and they don’t mind a ghost watching them go about their day.”

“I feel at peace here. It’s nice.”

[pause]

“Do I… want to see my family again?”

“Of course. I want to see how my little sister and mother are doing. I miss them dearly.”

“But… Since I feel compelled to stay here… I don’t know if I can leave.”

[whooshing sound]

“Huh? Take your hand?”

[pause]

“Ah… as long as I’m by your side, I can go anywhere?”

“... Thank you.”

[wind sounds]

[long pause]

“There. It’s that house.”

[soft wind sounds]

[sound of a wind chime]

“... Ah… all the lights are off. I think they’re asleep.”

“Would I… scare them if I went to visit them right now?”

[pause]

“I’ll be fine? But…”

[pause]

“I don’t think I could handle it… if they’re afraid of me…”

[pause]

“Y-You’ll go with me?”

[pause]

“No, I just… Thank you. I just wasn’t expecting a grim reaper to be so kind, I suppose.”

[pause]

“Well… I kinda thought you’d be the type to take lives indiscriminately… appear in a swarm of crows and all that… but you’re really kind. And… you’re warm, even though I can tell you don’t have any body heat.”

[pause]

“Really? Is that your philosophy?”

“I… never would have guessed.”

[pause]

“Yeah… you’re right. We’ll all be guided by a reaper one day, so where’s the rush…?”

“Hearing you say that… rushing death is foolish… it… honestly makes me fear death less.”

“I mean… I’m already dead, but… you know what I mean.”

[pause]

“You… you have a nice laugh.”

[pause]

“I think you should get more compliments. I’m sure the work you do is tough…”

[pause]

“Um… yes. You did help me feel better.”

[pause]

“Ah… yes, I’ll… go inside with you now.”

[soft whooshing sound]

[long pause]

“... Mom… and Lilia… they’re sleeping on the couch together. Did they fall asleep together? Did Lilia have another nightmare?”

“And… that’s father, sleeping in that chair. Why is he here?”

[pause]

“Yes… Lilia was prone to nightmares. So she’d often go to mom’s room at night for some comfort.”

[pause]

“No… My father and mother split once my mother got pregnant with Lilia. That’s why I’m surprised to see him here.”

[pause]

“It wasn’t messy. They just had different ideas about what a family should be like. I still saw my father quite often. He was still a good father, even though he and mom divorced.”

“I guess… I’m glad that he still cared enough to come back when I died. He looks really tired. Was he up late?”

[pause]

“... No. I have no regrets about my family life. My only regret is that I had to leave them so soon.”

“I suppose… I did just want to see them again. I feel relieved to see that they’re still doing well.”

[pause]

“Lilia looks like she’s sleeping soundly. Mother looks like she’s been crying, but she’s holding tightly onto Lilia. Father is sound asleep in that armchair. Isn’t it uncomfortable for him?”

[pause]

“I guess so… it’s good that they’re getting the rest they need.”

[pause]

“... Yes. I feel like I can leave now that I’ve seen them again.”

[pause]

“Oh um… could you give me one more moment?”

[pause]

“Thanks.”

[long pause]

“Lilia, mother, father… I love you all so much. I hope to see you all again, some time in the far future.”

“Good night.”

[whooshing noise]

[he sniffles]

“I… I’m not crying.”

[pause]

“Okay, y-yes I am… *sniff* I just… didn’t realize how much I’d missed them.”

“... C-Can I ask you a question?”

[pause]

“When the time comes for them to pass… will you help them as well?”

“I know you said there are many reapers… but it would comfort me to know that you’ll show them the same kindness you showed me…”

[pause]

“Really? You will?”

“Th-Thank you… Thank you so much.”

[continuous whooshing sound]

“Yeah… I’m ready to move on.”

[pause]

“Um… what will I find on the other side?”

[pause]

“I see… so there is a heaven of sorts, after all.”

[pause]

“How did you know I was worrying about whether or not I’ve been good enough?”

[pause]

“Ah. I guess I really am an open book.”

[pause]

“I don’t need to worry too much?”

“... Thank you, reaper. You’ve been kind to me.”

[whoosh]

[pause]

“Um… can you… hold my hand as we pass through?”

“... I just… need to know that someone is walking with me.”

[pause]

“Thank you.”

[pause]

“... Will I ever see you again?”

[pause]

“... Okay. If it is fate, then.”

[pause]

“Really? My old dogs are up there?”

“Wow… I can’t wait to see them again.”

[whooshing sound]

END

Thanks for reading~

PS: I'm sorry if I summoned the onion-cutting ninjas on you.