S.J. Parker
Stories (13/0)
Under the Full Moon's Light Ch. 4
Charlotte sat on the lush green grass relaxing in the morning sun. Her ivory cheeks turned pink within 5 minutes of being exposed to the sunlight but Charlotte didn't care. She couldn't remember the last time she allowed herself to relax and just feel the sun on her face. Late summer filled the air with many different pungent smells, the air was thick with humidity, and the dense forest surrounding the home made the palace serene. Unlike in town where from dawn to dusk people are always bustling about. The marketplace would be packed right now with sweaty people blowing their hot air bargaining for a better price. It was peaceful here.
By S.J. Parker12 months ago in Filthy
Let Destiny Guide You
A fleeting moment slows down before you and suddenly your senses are enveloped by the mundane. What once was the ordinary sounds of everyday life become the sounds of possibility as the horizon gives you a beckoning call. A call from destiny takes an ordinary moment, brings a feeling, that turns into desire, that starts a fire in the engine of your heart. A moment that on its own would be completely unremarkable, forgotten to the passage of time, is now permanently etched in the back of your mind, gnawing at you. A constant reminder that life is not what it's meant to be. And you are left with a choice, ignore it or let it guide you.
By S.J. Parkerabout a year ago in Motivation
Under the Full Moon's Light Ch.3
"You may now kiss the bride." The officiant's monotone voice broke Charlotte from her daze. For a moment she had forgotten it was a stranger she was marrying. Charlotte bit her bottom lip, her cold hands quivering in Arche's. Looking up into his amber eyes Charlotte's stomach churned and her heart skipped a beat, her first kiss to be given to a stranger. Before Charlotte could think another thought, Arche leaned down and placed a soft gentle kiss on her lips. The tender touch caused the churning in Charlotte's stomach to explode into butterflies. His lips were warm and the kiss felt like home, as if somehow her lips had been awaiting his all along. Arche pulled away, his smile reaching his eyes and exposing his fangs. Offering his arm the two of them walked back up the aisle as husband and wife.
By S.J. Parkerabout a year ago in Filthy
Unknown Sender
"Yeti, where are ya going?" I call out to my dog as he leaps off the bed, running to the back door of my small apartment. Yeti starts sniffing the gap at the bottom of the door vigorously then huffs at whatever he thinks may be on the other side.
By S.J. Parkerabout a year ago in Fiction
Meliora
Nobody can hear a scream in the vacuum of space, or so they say. Although, people have been limited by the knowledge available to them since the beginning of time. There have been many so called "truths" that have later been disproven with the advancements of scientific discoveries. With our ship's technology one could, theoretically, scream and be heard in space. However, the test subjects for such an experiment are non-existent, so probability aside we still may never know if one's screams could be heard in the vacuum of space.
By S.J. Parker2 years ago in Fiction
Ghost Train
Priscilla's head jostled softly side to side with the vibrations of the train, her head rested against a window that had a cream colored curtain drawn closed. Slowly Priscilla opened her eyes and rubbed away the sleep. Where am I? She wondered. Gaining her focus Priscilla realized she was on a train. How did I end up here? Priscilla thought to herself. The more Priscilla tried to retrace her steps she realized the more she couldn't remember. In what town did she currently reside? Did she live alone or with others? Had she ever become a school teacher? Priscilla couldn't remember. She knew where she had grown up, she remembered the city she moved to when she was 20. But after that, nothing, two whole years of her life... gone. Priscilla started to feel panicked with all sorts of disillusions starting to flood her mind and decided she had better look for help. As she looked around the train carriage for the first time Priscilla was startled to notice that she was the only one there.
By S.J. Parker2 years ago in Fiction
The Wizard's Apprentice & The Quest for the Dragon Eye
There weren’t always dragons in the Valley. There have been legends of dragons living in the surrounding mountains for as long as there have been people living here. However, without sightings of dragons for hundreds of years, the old legends became accepted as nothing more than fairy tales. That all changed last night when hundreds of dragons descended in a swarm on the Valley. Causing mass destruction, wreaking havoc, and inciting chaos all throughout the city … and I might be the one responsible for bringing them here. I'm hoping that writing the events that transpired out like this will help clear my mind, and possibly my conscience as well. To give the full picture of what happened, I'll have to start from a few months ago when an eighth grade history lesson sparked the journey that has changed my life, forever.
By S.J. Parker2 years ago in Fiction
Under the Full Moon's Light
Richard was elated when Wilbur told him that he accepted his proposal and would be giving him Gwen's hand in marriage. Never doubting that his proposal would be accepted, Richard already had many of the wedding preparations started. However, having this confirmed to him caused Richard to go into a craze, he wanted to have Gwen as soon as possible. As a result, Richard ordered all the wedding preparations pushed to be finished as soon as possible. Richard's excitement could be felt throughout the town. Everyone knew that Richard was the Minister's son and this was going to be one of the biggest weddings the town had ever seen. Richard packed almost every business in town with wedding orders; flowers, cakes, food for 500, and of course a beautifully tailor made dress for his beautiful bride. He wanted this day to be perfect. Of course, "perfect" was whatever standard Richard demanded. Not once during the wedding planning process had the thought ever crossed Richard's mind to consider what Gwen would want or be comfortable with. Charlotte could see that Gwen was doing the best she could to keep a smile on her face, after the night the sisters were told the news, Gwen hadn't let a single tear stain her face. As they went about the town being ushered from place to place being shown all the decadent things Richard planned to have at the wedding, Gwen would smile nod and every once in a while she would mutter a quiet little,
By S.J. Parker2 years ago in Filthy
Under the Full Moon's Light
The small town of Feormetan was all in a buzz. All the ladies chattered excitedly as they fritted over one another, with their best dresses on and ribbons in their hair. The men of the town were wearing their best Sunday suits, with shoes shined, and facial hair neatly groomed. It was a momentous occasion! All the townspeople hurried to the town square, for the Minister himself was coming to give a proclamation! Normally proclamations were heard by the town crier, only the biggest news of the utmost importance was ever given by the Minister. However, for the past two months the Minister had personally delivered two huge proclamations, and it looked like this month was no different. First the minister was able to secure more resources from the crown to fish in the bay to the south of town. Next he secured twice as much land from the crown than what was already available on the east of town for twice as much agriculture. With the town prospering at an exhilarated rate, everyone was excited to see what the Minister was able to secure from the crown next.
By S.J. Parker2 years ago in Filthy
Merry Christmas Johnny Reid
Groundskeeper Clay took a step outside and took in a deep breath of the crisp December air. It was a cold, clear winter’s morning. The sun shone brightly in the azure sky, freshly fallen snow created a cozy blanket for all who slumbered underneath. Yes, it was a very peaceful morning.
By S.J. Parker2 years ago in Fiction