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Weekly Contest #341
Funeral Rites for the Unlived My title is Architect of Death. My position is revered. Although it is no longer religious, centuries ago we were considered holy. Now our careers are as secular as anything in a modern society. Still, my job takes aptitude to get right, not to mention extensive training. I am not involved in killing, or even the Death itself. I like my job. I’ve heard our civilization puts more emphasis on Death than most, but I prefer the care we place on funeral observances. I believe it vital, and it connects me to my commun...
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