The End of the Beginning

This story starts off where many end. As I sit in front of my computer, the thoughts of many things bounce around my skull like a silver metallic ball in an old pinball machine.

I need to pay my back rent.

I have to prepare for a defamation trial in small claims court.

I have no food in the fridge.

I'm over $20,000 dollars in the hole.

My company needs a new website.

I haven't released a new record in months.

I have one solitary quarter to my name. Literally.

I need my Clonazepam.

Obstacles such as these have broken many men, but I will not fall victim to the same fate. You can attribute this proclamation to my unwavering confidence, blind faith or the egotistical nature of a champion. Nevertheless, the future will be a testament to these words.

I will not fail.