The Funeral: It Begins with a Hundred Thousand Ghost Soldiers Kneeling

"Looking back on your life, do you have any regrets?"

"With your life about to end, is there anything you still wish to do?"

"Life is like a play. Would you like a grand finale?"

If we strike a deal, I'll be at your funeral.

I'll beat war drums, sing military songs, and raise a black flag.

I'll lead a hundred thousand ghost soldiers to your grave, where they'll all kneel in unison.

I'll make everyone attending your funeral wonder if you had a mysterious and terrifying past.

This novel and its characters are entirely fictional. Any resemblance to real people or events is purely coincidental. Do not imitate.