Tragedies Within Two Worlds

By Joshua M. Parker

Tragedies Within Two Worlds: Aliminos/Cetiaus is a compilation of short stories from the fantasy and modern genres. Join me on a journey through time to explore the harsh realities of love, hate, betrayal, and the unknown. Our sense of harmony, affection, and bewilderment spill out from within, narrating tales of our feelings and relationships.

 

"The Dead Drop" centers on Cameron and his best friend, Jamie, two troubled teens who want to escape the police encircling their motel room. In an attempt to escape, Cameron makes an obscure deal with Detective John to help bust a cocaine drop. However, this decision leads to even more trouble and forces Cameron to make a difficult choice: save himself or save Jamie.

 

"Xanis Fruit Trap" revolves around Zin Natali, a young orphan who wants to escape Dead Man Cache and is determined to seek vengeance on the party that abandoned him. However, before he can leave, he needs to obtain the favor of a God and gain their power. Only then can he return home and achieve his goal.

 

"The Temple of Stars" focuses on Ellis Velin, a brave young dark-elf slave who aspires to claim the Throne of Wisdom and liberate his fellow elven slaves from their agony. However, before he ascends the throne, he must find three hidden keys and uncover his forgotten past. Only then can he and his fellow slaves be free.

 

"The Eternal Bond" revolves around James, a young marine who aspires to reunite with his younger sister, Aliyah. However, his plan to surprise her with a gift takes a turn for the worse. Before he can reunite with his sister, he must take responsibility for his actions and accept the repercussions of his decision.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Joshua M. Parker
• Release date: Dec 6, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223020547

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Dedication

To all my supporters , I dedicate this book to you. Thank you for supporting me throughout my writing journey. As I continue to pursue my writing career, I hope to have your continued support as I strive to reach new heights.

The Dead Drop

Flashing their blinding blue lights, signaling their sirens. Patrol cars encircle the motel. In haste to transfer the product from the corner table into duffel bags from underneath the bed, Cameron discovers one bag has torn. Using the motel’s key card, he scrapes the spilled cocaine into the duffel bag. Jamie scratches her head, pacing the room.

Come on, Cam, use the fucking gloves! she shouted. Always contaminating our fucking merchandise!

Fuck you and your merchandise; we don’t have time for this shit, said Cameron. 5-0 is right outside. Help me clean this up and stash it. ASAP!

While cleaning cocaine off the khaki carpet, a single thought crossed Cameron’s mind. How the fuck did we end up in this shit? Just earlier, we were planning our distribution routes. Now, we have no way out. Grabbing her gloves, Jamie gathers and repackages the cocaine deposited on the blue and white sheets.

Carefully packing and concealing the goods, Jamie walks to the balcony, pulls a cigarette from her left breast pouch, and lights it. A few puffs later, she grinds out the cigarette and turns to Cameron with a grin.

Is it possible to live a regular life after this? she asked.

What are you talking about? I thought you wanted this life, said