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The graveyard was cold, dark and dreary. One weary old oak tree leaned over the entrance gate and broken battered headstones were scattered all around. I could hear the sound of the howling wind and the creak and groan of branches as they swayed in the storm. The smell of fear and rotting leaves filled my nostrils and I swallowed deeply afraid I would get sick. As I walked towards my brother’s grave, I heard another noise. It was slow heavy footsteps. I turned. A tall muscular man was walking towards me. His face was tough covered in stubble to hide the scars which criss-crossed his jaw. â€Å"I don’t think this is such a good idea† I shouted over the wind. â€Å"It’s too late to change your mind† the man replied in a low threatening voice. â€Å"Either we dig him up now or you spend the rest of your life wondering how he died†. â€Å"Ok, ok† I mumbled, afraid to say anything more in case the lump in my throat would cause tears to run down my face. 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