About the Author
Former Journalist
Lily Parker
Hi, I’m Lily Parker from the Planet Life editorial team. As a former journalist, I’ve honed my research skills, and I’m passionate about exploring global cultures. I write about unique traditions and fascinating customs from around the world. My goal is to spark your curiosity and show you a different side of the planet.
Neglect at the Start
Phoenix, Arizona. Under the scorching sun, Nate Harris stood in the parking lot of a gas station he’d stopped at during his delivery route. He’d bought a cheap burger for lunch and now walked toward the trash can, holding the empty paper bag. But the bin was full, and the bag swayed open. Sweat dripped from his forehead, and he sighed. “This is a pain.” He kicked it lightly toward the curb. At that moment, he had no idea that this tiny act of laziness would shake the foundations of his destiny.
The bag flapped in the dry wind, bouncing off car tires and rolling away. Nate didn’t look back, just adjusted his helmet and straddled his scooter. “Someone’ll pick it up,” he muttered to himself, twisting the throttle. Amid the midday heat, the metal of an e-cigarette peeked faintly from the paper bag. No one noticed it. Such a small oversight should have been insignificant to anyone.
