Curtis Reed, a 32 years old consultant, had been divorced for 2 years. The separation had been difficult; despite the couple's constant arguing that had pushed them apart, Curtis had kept strong feelings for his ex wife. A few months after the divorce, he began dating again, and had a few short-lived relationships. But really moving on from his ex-wife Karen...
Parker answered his phone with his usual, "Yo." "Do you even look to see who's calling when you answer?" Jamie's voice said. "Not usually." Parker admitted. "Why?" "I'd think that when I called, at least, I'd get something a little more romantic than, 'Yo'." He could tell she was just fucking with him, trying to poke him a little to see if he'd respond,...
"You're up early, sweetheart." "Oh, hi. Yes, I couldn't sleep. Can I get you anything?" "A cup of coffee?" "Sure. Just a sec, okay," she said. As she poured his coffee, she put it in his favorite travel mug. He was dressed in his uniform and ready to leave so sitting down with her was out of the question. "How long will you be gone this time?" she asked...
I can't do it. I can't. Oh god, this was such a bad idea. Parker stood in the small staff parking lot and leaned against her car, shivering. The sun hadn't yet risen and there was a surprisingly stiff breeze winding its way between the buildings. Ruwake High School loomed over her and she dug around in her purse, grabbing her pack of smokes and her lighter....
Alyse listened to the phone ring. Once, twice, thrice. Finally, Damon picked up. "This is Dr. Christie's office." He answered. "Damon, it's me." Alyse replied. An audible gasp made its way into her ear. "Oh, thank God. Sheriff Kelly came by last night, asking about you." "About Fisher and the agent, right?" She asked. "Yes, Alyse. What is going on?" "I...
I just finished unpacking my last box in my new apartment. I spend the next hour or so putting things in their place, setting things up and untangling computer cords. After it's done, I put my hands on my hips, admiring my accomplishments. I finally did it, I finally got my own place. I decide to go out on the town, maybe try to make a few friends in this hi...
This story is part of an ongoing series. The chronological order of my stories is listed in WifeWatchman's biography. Feedback and constructive criticism is very much appreciated, and I encourage feedback for ideas. This story contains graphic scenes, language and actions that might be extremely offensive to some people. These scenes, words and actions are...
Stacey as ever was concerned and gentle and had little difficulty teasing the story out. She was saddened but not really shocked and had warned Parker that her wild antics would get her hurt one day. Parker did not mention her dad. Stacey ran Parker a bath and gently washed the girl. Parker looked soft and vulnerable. "Oh, Stacey," she sobbed, "I've been so...
The third book in The Marketplace Series by author Laura Antoniou is titled The Trainer. At the point, the reader is extremely knowledgeable about the marketplace itself as well as how the slaves are trained and sold. Therefore, this third title delves into the training and history of the actual trainers. Not anyone can be a trainer, as we discover. While m...
"Time!! Please put your pencils down and pass your examination booklets to the front of the room. Hope to see all of you next semester," the professor exclaimed. Having just completed his last exam of his first semester of college, Parker was overwhelmed with joy. He had spent the majority of the semester working up to that moment, spending endless hours in...