Keeping up with the Joneses #61

Even in her old age, Callie Jones was at the top of her game. She was a Net Demon, and only one step away from becoming The Oracle at her criminal organisation.

Unfortunately, Death had other plans. Callie had at last run out of time, and Grim showed up to collect the last remaining member of the third generation of the Jones family.

This time, however, Declan was ready for Death. He rushed over and gave Grim a piece of his mind, arguing that Callie was just one step away from the top of her career, and that it would be a terrible pity if she never reached it.

Moved by Declan’s love for his mother, Grim agreed to give Callie a little more time.

Callie found herself lifted up and returned to life. She was extremely grateful for a little more time.

Before he departed, Grim reminded Callie to make the most of her extra time. I’ll see you soon, were his parting words.

Read more of the Jones family story in Chapter 62.