Chris arrives in Xi'an, China. He needs time away from his home in England while he thinks through his relationship with Michelle. Now they have graduated from Chester University, should they get married? What will the future hold for them? Can they really settle down and live a normal life in a World plagued by earthquakes, disease and disaster? The Watchers covertly observe the events worldwide; they are angels responsible for the welfare of the Chosen Ones, and Chris is one of them. But will Michelle respond before it is too late? This novel covers a period of fifteen years, from now until the end of the World as we know it, the end of our present era. The story follows the lives of Chris, Michelle and their families until the Great Removal of the Chosen Ones from the Earth. But will this event be a time of brilliant light, or a time of deep darkness? I offer this novel to you with the hope that you will begin a voyage of discovery and engage with the many mysteries of life.