Hey, everyone!! Anyone remember me? Anyhow, I've been away a long while…why? SCHOOL, mostly…it has influenced, a.k.a taken over my life more than I ever expected it would've. I'm back now, for awhile, to bring you the sequel to my other Jonas's story, Finding Truth Within and Without. I hope this one is just as good, and probably better! (And don't remind me, I know I have a ton of other stories to write…and finish.) I'm trying to see if I can improve myself and my writing. Here it is, I hope you READ and REVIEW. Please?

NOTE: Thoughts are in italics.

Something's Wrong Here

By CJSpooks

Jonas Quinn stood on a balcony overlooking the sunrise on his home world. He had risen early this day, just for the occasion. It had been a year since he had returned from his stay on earth. It was a milestone in its own right. He decided to go about his day with a certain new, rejuvenated feeling.

A calm, crisp, cool day on beautiful Kelowna. This sight was one I longed to see when I was on Earth. It's one that could never be duplicated in any way…the simple lights of the sun glowing against the backdrop of the palette that is the sky, the rugged yet homely buildings of the industrial age, the dancing shadows as they are consumed by the light…It's picturesque in my mind.

After staring at his beloved homeland for several long minutes, Jonas shook his head. He seemed to be in a hazy trance or something of that nature. It was odd, being overly bewitched with a sight he's seen almost everyday of his life. He thought himself silly, but he couldn't help but keep his eyes on those few lingering shadows…the ones that refused to be eaten up by the light.

It's almost perfect, almost. But there is a peculiar feeling in my soul…an ominous feeling of the future, my future…no, it's my destiny, only if I can help it.

The sound of a chime interrupts Jonas's chain of thoughts. He tears himself away from his reverie and goes to see who is at the door. Unlocking the heavy door of his quarters, he takes a deep breath, ready to fake an elated greeting to whomever was on the other side. Looking up, he met the eyes of a young messenger, no doubt from one of the other diplomats. The messenger bowed and handed him a letter. Jonas gave him an acknowledgement nod and took it. The messenger spoke, "Ambassador Quinn, you are needed to be an attaché for an off world negotiation. Your information is in the letter from the First Minister."

Jonas looked from the messenger to the letter. "Where am I going?"

The messenger licked his lips before answering. "Earth, Ambassador."

Jonas tipped the boy and shut the door with a click. He went to sit on his couch, stared awhile at his directions without really reading them, and contemplated his next move. He believed that this was the start of a new adventure, one that may shed further light onto his impending destiny.

To Be Continued…

Ah! Please review! Next chapter soon, I promise. Summer has opened up my schedule, seriously.