Parallel Dimensions: Chapter 1

Instructions

[True Begging] It was a beautiful day outside, a smooth breeze came through, The trees swaying in what seemed to be a dance. Under one of the trees a family of five was enjoying a picnic, A dog running and playing with its owner in the distance. Following the breeze thru a cornfield and on a road eventually we end up just outside of a city, A happy family comes into view, the family beginning a game of tag. We see the father counting, his two boys and his wife heading inside, it seems the mother is helping the boys, the oldest at the age of six is scanning the area to find a spot his mother then said, “Keitaro.” He responded, “Yes mother?” with a smile, she then says “Why don't you hide in.. “The Box?” little did Keitaro know that box would change the path of his life forever.. Keitaro remembers the toy box in his bedroom, and says “I’ll hide there!” The mother and Keitaro's younger brother hid under a blanket. Keitaro gets in the box, he then hears his father “Ready or not, Here I come!” Then Keitaro hears a loud cracking noise followed by a slam. After the slam he heard shuffling then the mother and Keitaro’s younger brother screaming, Keitaro thought “I have the best spot, father will never find me.” The next thing Keitaro heard would leave him frozen in fear. He heard a bunch of men yelling and one of them said “Put the mask on, come with us.” His father said “I-I’ll go..” “Just.. dont hurt them.” The man responded soon after, “No need to worry you're all going to the same place!” Keitaro looked through a keyhole in the box, and he saw his family being taken along with two men’s faces, the first was a pale looking man with yellow and crooked teeth, the second man was one with a mask clad in all black clothes and gloves. Moments later Keitaro heard a car swerve off, then he opened.. The box. And walked out, looking around all he saw was.. Destruction. He then just sat there, and cried he cried for hours and hours, then.. He spoke. “They will not get away like that.” “I will find my family, no matter what!” [To Be continued] As the sun began to set over the bustling city, casting long shadows across the concrete jungle, a solitary figure stood on the rooftop of a towering skyscraper. He was clad in all black, his movements silent and fluid as he scanned the streets below with a pair of high-powered binoculars. The wind was flowing around him. His mission was simple: he had to locate a specific target and eliminate them without leaving a trace. The target, a wealthy businessman known for his shady dealings, had made many enemies in his time. The figure on the rooftop was one of them, seeking vengeance for wrongs committed against his family. As he continued to search his gaze fell upon a young woman walking briskly down the street. She was dressed in a stylish suit, her long hair flowing behind her in the wind. Something about her caught his eye, and he felt a sudden pang of familiarity. “Could it be?” His heart raced as he focused the binoculars on her face, trying to make out the features hidden beneath her sunglasses. As she turned a corner, he saw her profile clearly. It was her. His ex-lover, the woman who had left him heartbroken years ago. His hand tightened around the rifle resting across his shoulders. A mix of emotions coursed through him: anger, desire, and a twisted sense of satisfaction. He knew what he had to do. Keitaro watched as she disappeared into a nearby alley, her steps growing slower and more hesitant. She was clearly lost in thought, unaware of the danger that lurked nearby. He silently cursed himself for letting her slip away from him all those years ago. Now, it was too late. He could either kill her and put an end to his suffering once and for all, or he could try one last time to win her back. He hesitated for a moment, torn between the two options. In the end, he decided to take the risk. He carefully made his way down the fire escape and onto the street, keeping an eye out for any sign of his target. As he turned the corner, he saw her standing alone in the shadows, a look of confusion on her face. He approached her cautiously, trying not to make any sudden movements. "Hello, Maria," he whispered, his voice barely audible above the noise of the city. She jumped at the sound, her heart racing. "It's me, Keitaro," he continued, his voice soft and low. "I need your help." Maria stared at him, her eyes wide with surprise. "Keitaro? What are you doing here?" She glanced nervously down the alley, as if expecting someone else to appear at any moment. "And why do you need my help?" Keitaro took a deep breath, steeling himself for what he was about to say. "I need you to help me stop him," he replied, his voice low and urgent. "I can't do this alone. You know him better than anyone else. You know how to get to him." Maria looked at him, confusion etching her face. "I don't understand.