Chapter 535

"Then why do you pray for everyone?" I asked, confused. Lisa's smile slowly disappeared. "Maddie, over the years, I've seen too many women be crushed by cancer and too many babies who never got to live. I've watched so many heartbreaking goodbyes. "It tears me apart every time. I just can't bear to see it happen anymore. Maybe if my wish came through, I'd finally feel a little lighter." She took my hand and added, "So, when I pray for everyone, it's actually for myself." At that moment, I saw something different in Lisa. She seemed to glow as if a soft, holy light surrounded her. Lisa didn't seem to notice and asked, "Are you still planning to go up? If not, you can pray here. Your wishes will come true as long as you're sincere." I hesitated for a second but then made up my mind. "Yes, I'm going up." "Are you sure you're up for it? Maybe you should just come back with me," Lisa said, clearly worried. I nodded. "I'm good." I looked up at the church on the mountaintop. "I'll go