Final Departures

Reynald noticed the hand movement and was happy to abandon his smooth talk in favor of swift violent action. He rushed toward her grabbing the forearm of her right hand which had pulled out the five-inch knife from its sheath and was raised to strike. A striking blow from his right hand across her head dropped her to her knees. Reynald pushed the fallen knife towards the water’s edge, pulled his own from behind his back and approached.

This collection of short stories highlights the final emotional and physical struggles of strong-willed people as they pass from this world to what lies beyond. Follow the last days and hours of conflict in these four various scenarios.

  1. One prehistoric man sets out on a sadistic hunt as one woman sets out in search of comfort.
  2. A native American father struggles with the reckless behavior of his daughter
  3. During the US Civil war, a woman finds new work and hope amidst old conflicts
  4. An imprisoned preacher draws the ire of the government agent assigned to keep the public safe.
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Author: 1213daniel

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