Chapter one:

I waited patiently, well as patiently as I could manage, for my friend Cassidy to hurry up. "We're nearly late" I hissed. I glanced behind me at Saul Benedict who was watching us, he didn't seem relatively rushed so I guess we still have time to go in and find our seats.

"I'm sorry Ariel but there's no way I'm walking into my cousin's wedding looking like a mess" she groaned, fixing her make-up in the rear view mirror.

"It's so ironic that they're not even my family and yet I'm the one on time" I muttered, she scoffed. She finished fixing her face and climbed out her Yellow Portia, she was wearing a long elegant blue ball gown with silver kitten heals and she had a matching silver clutch purse in her hand. She looked stunning compared to me, everyone in her family does.

"Don't flatter yourself, just because you can get places on time doesn't mean you're anything special compared to these people" she giggled, sometimes I wonder why my self esteem is so low and then I remember I have friends like her; constantly putting me down. She was convinced the only reason I was here was to see if any of the remaining Benedict boys were single and my soulfinder. I don't think it crossed her mind that I was actually here because she asked me to come. Cassidy elegantly strode past me and walked up the steps to the church; I sighed and followed after her in a knee length purple dress which was corset on top and silk on bottom. I had flat blacks on as I couldn't walk in high heels to save my life and a one-shoulder strap square bag to put my camera and phone.

"Ah hello, you must be Cassidy" Saul said to Cassidy who stood in front of me, I stepped next to her and smiled politely. I don't know if he remembers me, probably not. Cassidy didn't reply, I can't remember who he'd be to her, if Crystal is her second cousin and Saul will be here father-in-law...I don't believe they'd be related in any way at all but family is still family. "And you are?" he asked me, I shook his hand politely.

"Ariel J'niever, I met your you and your wife in Italy last year" I reminded him, he thought for a second and then his eyes brightened.

"Of course, your father was very much interested in our ski-lodge holiday" he grinned, remembering. I smiled faintly, "How is he?"

"He...um, died a few months ago otherwise I'm sure he'd of love to come skiing" I replied, my voice rather quiet. I still wasn't really sure how to talk about him normally, Saul's smile faded.

"I'm so sorry for your loss" he told me, sounding genuine. I nodded, appreciating it.

"Sad times" Cassidy said rather sarcastically, "Do you know where our seats are?" she asked him, he paused, looking at her before gesturing towards a small man at the foot of the staircase. This place is huge, fit for a Princess and I'm sure that's exactly what Crystal feels like.

"This is my youngest son Zed, he'll take you up" he smiled politely; something I knew wasn't really as polite as he'd make it out to be.

"Thanks." Cassidy walked off over to Zed, she was obviously intrigued in him. I knew for a fact he was spoken for, I could feel the other half of his energy beating away somewhere else in the building. Cassidy was right, I wasn't a time wizard; I was a bulb. I feel the energy of those around me, dare I say if I wanted to; I could kill someone by taking away their spark all together. Luckily I'm not as evil as Cassidy would make me out to be, but other than killing; there wasn't actually anything else I could do. I mean sure, I can flicker lights and maybe change a few TV channels over but other than that I was boring.

"So how're you coping?" Saul asked, he sounded actually concerned. Maybe that's his father figure shinning through; I wish my dad's still did.

"Um...OK I guess, not helped by Cassidy's robotic emotion hard drive but hopefully living with her, it might rub off on me" I murmured, we both watched as she tried flirting with Zed. I know they won't ever be related but still, that's kind of weird.

"Well, if you ever need someone to talk to" he smiled gently, he handed me a rather cheesy contact card. It had his skiing business on it with his name and number.

"Thank you and I might take up my dad's skiing holiday at some point; he fully believed your mind was only ever clear out on the slopes" I smiled to myself, remembering him tell me that.

"I look forward to it" he smiled at me; I smiled back and went to join Cassidy. Zed was much more boyish looking as I got closer; he looked at me uncomfortably; probably hoping I wasn't going to hit on him too. He was wearing the same suit as Saul, black and white with a white rose pinned on, a white waistcoat and a red tie. He looked very smart, in an adorable way. We walked up the stairs after him, Cassidy fighting with her heels to keep at his pace so she could walk beside him. I felt rather childish myself being here with her, she was quite the bit younger than me I must admit. Moving to Australia to live with Cassidy was a big change from life back home, South Africa was much warmer. I think I'll definitely go back there soon, if living with Cass doesn't improve at all. We finally came to where everyone was seated, waiting in their isles for the bride to walk down the middle. I felt so out of place, I wasn't really friend or family to the bride or groom. I was only here because Cassidy felt sorry for me staying all alone at her's and she needed an excuse as to why she hasn't brought her 'boyfriend'. Not that she has one; she just thinks it makes her look better. I can't imagine she ever found her soulfinder and he didn't make a move because she already had a fake boyfriend. I wouldn't let that happen to her, I constantly look out for her other half. Usually soulfinders have the same feeling of energy. Like I could feel there was a lot in this room, I could feel Saul's and Kayla's burning away brightly together as one as they both stood next to each other at the back of the room.

"So?" asked Cassidy, I raised an eye brow at her and she huffed. "Does he have a soulfinder?" he asked. Oh, I hated when she asked. It always made me feel bad that I have to deliver the 'bad-to-her' news.

"Everyone has a soulfinder, if the question is; has he found her then the answer is yes" I muttered, she scowled at me for being so witty, crossed her arms and sat back in her chair.

"Your gift is so pointless; it'd only be useless if you could find soulfinders. I don't get how you know but can't see them" she muttered to herself angrily,

"It's energy Cass, if his soulfinder wasn't in the building I wouldn't have known." I hate it when she's like this, it's not pointless. What can she do? Huh? Oh yeah, that's right. She can change the seasons, I wish I could control the rain and the sun etc. She can just choose when she wants to get a natural tan. I don't think Australia's seen so much sun before.

"Whatever, still useless" she huffed, picking at her nails. I sighed quietly and turned to look at the others happily sitting. I could sense so much happiness in love here; a lot of this family have found their soulfinders. How come it was just Cass who was filled with so much hatred here? I know she was unhappy about not being able to find her other half but I haven't found mine and I'm not sulking around at what's supposed to be a happy occasion. My frustration was wearing thin with her, how come it's just my fault she can't find 'him'? Huh? Before last year, she didn't even know me! Everyone took their seats properly now and Xav stood at the front with the vicar. The music started and everyone rose to see Crystal looking beautiful in her Cinderella dress. I felt a little jealous but who wouldn't, she looked like a movie star. I somewhat wished I was related to this family, so much happiness. Well besides Cassidy who was still sitting down, sulking. I felt like kicking her, she shouldn't ruin Crystal's special day just because it's not her getting married. Envious girls get nothing. Grow up Cassidy!

I sat down when she got to Xav, their vows were beautiful and if I'd felt comfortable I would have probably cried too because I could feel how their energy burned brighter than anyone's else's in the room and it was beautiful. Just as they were about to kiss the lights went out, it wasn't pitch black because day light was still shinning through but it was a lot darker. It caused a disturbance which was unfortunate but they kissed and everyone clapped, I heard Saul mutter something about the electrical circuits; they think it's a power cut. I zoomed out, searching for the energy in the building. It's fine, it's not out... I stood up rather abruptly. Zooming back in on the room, Cassidy looked excited at me.

"What is it?" she asked, practically beaming with glee that something was happening. I turned, trying to get different angles of scanning the building. There were 3 energy sources entering the building at a fast speed.

"Someone's here" I muttered to myself, I brushed past Crystal and went to the window. Just as I opened the curtains to look out, a black SUV drove off. I turned and stood next to Xav,

"What's going on?" someone asked, everyone went silent as they waited for me to say something. Someone's here, what for? I picked at their energy source and realised they were heading straight here and it probably wasn't something good from the type of feeling I was getting.

"Close those doors" I demanded, everyone glanced at each other but just as someone went to move. One of the men appeared at the top of the stairs, gun pointing straight at Crystal. Nobody was spoiling this day, nobody! I shoved her out of the way violently, knocking her into Xav who swung her round protectively as the bullet was shot from the gun. It my arm rather violently but I didn't cry out like I wanted to. Focus Ariel, focus. I raised my hand, take enough to put him to sleep. You don't want to kill him; I closed my eyes and zoomed in on his energy. I carefully took a piece away but just as another bullet hit my stomach I grabbed and within seconds he was dead. I was forced back into the reality of what had happened and boy did that hurt! I still hadn't cried out, I wouldn't. I didn't believe in making myself look weak, even if I would die from this.

The doors were finally shut, men standing to alert. Women defensively behind them, I was surprised I was still on my feet if I'm honest. "Are you all right?" Cassidy asked me, I felt like shouting at her 'Do I look all right?' Xav helped me down onto the floor,

"Dad, call an ambulance" he shouted, I heard people moving to my aid. "I'm a healer OK, I'll do my best" he said to me, I gritted my teeth and closed my eyes tightly. "What's your name?" he asked, staying on the task of healing me. I could feel him trying his best; the tingling sensation didn't override the pain though.

"She's called Ariel J'niever, she's here with me because my boyfriend Callum couldn't make it; he's been busy with work." Oh my God, if this is the last thing I have to listen to; just kill me now. I need to think quickly, if I'm to die then I'm to go to heaven. I need to redeem my consciousness. I didn't mean to kill that man! Just do it now, you know he's not going to save you; you're running out of time quickly.

"Dear Father, forgive me for I have sinned" I muttered to myself, tears welling my tightly closed eyes. "For I am not one to decide who lives and who dies, I promise to you in the name of everything pure I did not intend to end a life" I continued.

"You're religious?" asked Cassidy, sounding rather amazed.

"And I beg of you, and anything Holy; please do not shun me out in my time of need. Although I do not blame thee if my judgement has already been written" I continued like she wasn't there, nobody is here. I'm talking to God and him alone, I never believed in him until my dad died. I needed to believe in them and I needed to believe in him now, I didn't want to die knowing I was just going to be thrown into the ground and forgotten.

"Don't be so dramatic" Cassidy groaned,

"I swear to God, so help me Cass I will take you with me if you don't shut up" I growled at her,

"Don't go making death threats just because you're dying, I'm pretty damn sure God doesn't like that sort of stuff" she replied trying to sound smart. Xav was trying really hard, so hard that when he increased his healing power it hurt. I gasped and made a miming noise through my teeth instead of crying. I stared at the ceiling trying to power the pain into my ability, I powered the lights so it all came back on; I powered the air-con, the entire building was live and I could feel it.

"The ambulance are on their way" I heard Saul tell me, someone gripped my hand; someone warm and I knew for a fact Cassidy would never be that nice. I closed my eyes, still focusing on the energy. Drift, just drift; the pain will go away. I pushed myself off from the pain and the room. I've ruined her wedding; I ruined it by trying to help.

"I'm sorry."

Blackness.