Between the Light and the Darkness - Chapter 1
>> Tuesday, January 22, 2008
What would you do if reality as you knew it ceased to exist? If you were suddenly plunged into a realm populated with strange beings? A realm where there was a struggle between good and evil; light and darkness? Can't happen, you say? Tim Mitchell would have to disagree with you.
The smell of frying ham and eggs filled Tim's small apartment, waking him from his bear-like slumber. His stomach growled fiercly, reminding him it had been hours since his last meal. Rising from his bed, he ambled towards the stairs, taking a few minutes to give his stocky Mastiff a rub on the tummy. 
Tim peered over Gertie's shoulder. The sight of sizzling ham made his mouth water. "But Gertie, you know you're the only woman for me," Tim said with a wink.
"You don't go out enough. Young boy like you should be getting tons of dates. You spend too much time working and cooping yourself up in this tiny apartment."
"I go on plenty of dates. In fact I had one just last, uh, last..."
"Last year, Timothy."Tim groaned. He hated it when she used his full name.
"Okay, so maybe it's been awhile, but so many of the women I meet are so phoney. 'Oh, Tim, are my nails okay? Does my hair look alright? Does this dress make me look fat?' "
Gertie couldn't help but laugh. "Timmy, my boy, you are such a fool."
"I know, but you love me anyway, don't you?" He said, snatching a piece of ham right out of the skillet.
"You betcha," she said, slapping his hand away and setting the table. Tim didn't know what he would ever do without her. She was employed as his housekeeper, but she also acted as a best friend and mother to him.
"I would just like a girl with some depth. One with hopes and dreams and...a personality."
"It's slim pickin's out there, Timmy, maybe you shouldn't be so picky."
"Why Timothy Mitchell! You're going to tie your stomach in knots eating like that."
Tim stood, grabbing his car keys."Goodbye, Gertie. Don't spoil that dog too much."
"Oh, I won't. Would Bonesy Wonsey like some yummy steak scraps? Would he?" Bones barked excitedly and wagged his tail so fast it became a blur.
"Did someone mention steak?" Tim drooled at the thought.
"Yes, sir."
"Gertie, you're too good to me."
"Goodbye, Timmy. And don't forget to bring yourself home a girlfriend."
"You said that already."
"Some things bear repeating, dear."
Tim arrived home absolutely ravenous. Of course, working in construction and Gertie's home cooking always did that to him. He decided to take Bones out for a jog while Gertie put the finishing touches on dinner. He stepped off the corner of 12th and Main...
...into another world.
What the...
20 comments:
What a way to end a day! Bet That put the icing on the cake for Tim.
Really good storyline!! And your shots are really good!!!
Can't wait to read more...speaking of more...off I go!
Cool!
Your writing flows really nicely, and you've set the scene - now we all want to know what's going to happen.
(Actually, I already know, but I won't tell anyone, hehehe! And I'll still be reading your future chapters!)
Your screenshots are very good, but you might want to try and use Free Camera Mode - it's not easy when you're just trying to learn it, but once you've got thehang of it, it's worth all your trouble - you'll have even better screenshots!
The way Tim eats. . .*snicker*. I wonder if that's part of the reason he's still single! (messy sims crack me up, especially when they're eating with a neat sim--the neat ones make the best "disgusting" faces).
At least Tim's not alone on his crazy journey (I assume Bones is with him?).
I can't wait to see what kind of weird stuff he encounters.
:D lol Great start, now I'm going to read part 2 :D lol
Chardonnay - yeah, Tim's having a really bad day, but it's just going to get worse, lol. Thanks very much for your compliments.
Leah - thanks for the kind words. Feedback really helps me want to keep working on it. I use Free Camera Mode, sometimes, but I can't remember if I used it in this chapter. I need to start experimenting more with different angles and extreme closeups, though.
MadameUgly - LOL - I love sloppy sims. It drives me crazy when it takes them forever to eat a meal.
Sandybvv - thank you! I hope you continue to enjoy it.
Ok I have to remember that address....
seems that I will like pretty much this series, I am somewhat drawn into fantasy, good vs evil themes
Wonderful first chapter! :rah: The shot after he step off the curve, Wow, amazing! Love all that red, and those dark craters! Looks like it's going to be a fun ride, and I'm on BOARD! Yeah baby! :D
Thank you, Scarlet White and Zayury! I'm so happy you're enjoying it.
I like it! That door that swings open and shut between worlds! Including the dog, and the choice of a mastiff is inspired, is really good.
Wow! Great beginning! Makes you wonder how he ended up where he did. But of course you are going to tell us that right? hehe
Your shots were great. I love Gertie. And Bones. Off to read the next part.
Thank you, ladies! Of course I'll tell you how he ended up there...eventually! ;)
My mother breeds and sells English and Bull Mastiffs, so that's where the idea for Bones came from.
Wonderfully written! A great beginning! I too, am off to read some more! Lovely shots! I just downloaded a camera mod, never used one before now, It is great to get in for closeup now!\Cheers!
Thanks, Karen! I'm glad you're enjoying it. Thanks for reading!
Astral:
Fantastic story, and I confess that I am already hooked! Your sims are beautiful and really bring your writing to life! Still...I have to agree with Gertie...messy or not, hos is a hunky sim like Tim still single ;)? I'm already looking forward to reading chapter 2.
Yay - a new reader! Thank you so much for your comments. I'm glad you're enjoying the story.
I've just found some time to start reading this story, and I'm hooked already. I will be reading all the rest. In fact, I hope to have some time to read all that's avaliable today.
Welcome! I'm glad you jumped on board and I hope you enjoy the ride!
Wow! This was a great start! I really didn't see that coming... I already like Tim, he seems like a nice guy. I wonder what will happen to him in the next chapters. Great job! :D
Thanks! Ah, I'm in love with Tim, lol. He's a real sweetie.
:)
I think your 3rd dimention, or whatever you want to call it, looks really awesome, I wonder what the housekeeper thinks of Tims eating habbits! It's nice to think tht dusty old storie is finnally getting somewhere!
Post a Comment