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There was a twenty minute lull Before the paramedics arrived to Remove Greatgrand Dad's corpse. When the paramedics Arrived they examed Greatgrand And confirmed the family's dread. Damian and CJ accompanied The body to the Hospital. While Julius and Father Hakim followed In a limousine. They wanted to Assure their family burial prep Laws, no cremation embalming Or autopsy. Afterward the body Will be released back to the Family for burial. While entering The hospital Carter Hakim Announced, "He will be buried on Our estate of course. We will have A small tomb built on the grounds. Hopefully it will be done in a very Short time span." Julius asked, "So now we will need the funeral Home to deliver GrandDad Body, right? And it is being Refrigerated?" Carter Hakim said "Yes to both questions. We only Have to be sure everything is Coordinated." In the Hospital Carter Hakim was assured that The family guide lines and wishes Would be appropriated. And the Body will be refrigerated. The Brothers and Father Hakim all Breathed a sigh of relief. One Day drifted by. Dashim Hakim's Body was released to the Funeral home at the family request. Everything was In place. Tents Were erected. By Later the same day the tomb was complete and ready for the casket. Damian Recounted, "Okay Family Now we have one more day." They returned to the Estate to hash out the remainder Of planned funeral festivities. Arriving on the property they Were pleased about the Transformation unfolding on the Property. Early morning was Upon the Hakim grievers. Most Family were the first to arrive. The tomb was complete. Most Of Carter Hakim's brothers were Present early. The weather was Cooperative, warm on May 10 2041. The Casket was delivered soon After the Hakim Reverend. There Were chairs placed on the lawn. Dignitaries arrived including the Mayor the Deputy Mayor and Some unknown elites. CJ Julius And Damian scurried place to Place security things in place. The bar had enough water juice And glasses. A little champagne A little wine. Everything was set. Time passed, a few people wept. Dolly and Molly wept. Many Attendees commented on how Well GrandDad Hakim appeared In his Casket. Damian touched his Face. "He looks surprisingly lively." The rest of the day moved forward. With the Reverend's last words. "Brothers sisters family we will End this solemn occasion of Brother Dashim Hakim's home Going on a festive mood, of Music, good food, good Conversations." Yes, the celebration Of Life continues! Brothers sisters Our Brother Dashim Hakim's Spirit is among us!" Time drifted as Food was served and catered By the best. Esteemed Hakim Family members gave their Eulogies and personal experiences With GrandDad. They laughed and Embraced one another. The Casket was entombed in the Evening. During the reunion different Family members met for the First time. Damian approached Preston and Preston Junior and Shook his hand with the Hakim Brotherhood handshake. They Talked for a few minutes about Their families and things they Had in common. Preston Junior Asked, "Hey so, the family rumor Is, you are a family man with two Wives and 17 children. Is that True or just meaningless words Through the grapevine." Damian Chuckled as Justin appeared before Them for the serious sake of Interruption "Yeah, man it's true. And here are my twins now." He placed His arm around Justin's Shoulder and Introduced him, "This is my son Damian Justin. Justin pulled Jordan into view Damian said, "and this is his twin Damian Jordan." He shook both Twins hands with the Brotherhood Handshake. The twins happily Escaped from sight. Then Cicero, Kelden, Savarho, and their Sister Radi joined them. The Conversation continued with Laughter as they Spoke of Their father and grandfather trying to Displine and punish them. They Were all old cats Damian Thought. As the celebration Ended DJ and his brothers Collected scattered chairs to The supply closet. Darkness slowly Claimed the finishing even. Everybody pledged their Condolences as they left. the Mayor voiced his terms of Endearment. The family helped Clear the lawn. Damian's Sisters And brothers returned to their Homes. Damian's mansion was Full again with children and Parents. The day was done. The moon had Come. All was right for the night.
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