LovelyMay
Stories
93
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6.7 M
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Prologue begins not with adventure, but with disbelief. The narrator paints a scene where science meets skepticism, his tale unwelcome in the hallowed halls of established geology. After approaching a Fellow of the Royal Geological Society, he quickly finds his astonishing narrative dismissed, not for lack of detail or sincerity, but because it dares to defy accepted knowledge. The more he insisted on the truth, the more resistance he met, as though science had built walls too thick to let wonder in. Yet,…-
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Chapter I begins with David Innes reflecting on the pivotal decisions that led to the most unimaginable experience of his life. As the inheritor of a vast mining fortune, David chose to invest in innovation, particularly in a groundbreaking invention developed by his partner, Perry. The older scientist had designed a steel machine known as the “iron mole,” capable of drilling deep into the Earth’s crust—a marvel of engineering aimed at revolutionizing resource extraction. Fueled by ambition and…
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Chapter II begins with David Innes waking to a world he cannot recognize, a place that defies every expectation he had of the Earth’s interior. Instead of suffocating darkness or unbearable heat, he finds himself surrounded by a surprisingly hospitable environment. The atmosphere is breathable, the gravity feels lighter, and the sheer scale of everything—from the vegetation to the silence—creates an almost dreamlike effect. At first, fear grips him, especially when he cannot immediately locate Perry.…
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Chapter III begins with the narrator being dragged through a shadowy, tangled forest by a creature he cannot fully see or understand. The air is heavy, the silence often broken by strange animal cries, creating an atmosphere of unease. Eventually, the dense foliage opens up to reveal a village unlike anything imaginable—a series of huts woven into the canopy, suspended high above the forest floor. Rope bridges connect each dwelling, and curious creatures with semi-human features swing from branch to…
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Chapter IV opens with the protagonist enduring a harsh march through unfamiliar terrain, chained and surrounded by fellow captives. What begins as a desolate journey turns unexpectedly profound when he is chained beside a striking young woman from Amoz, named Dian. Her presence stirs curiosity and compassion in him, though conversation is initially limited. With every step, the land shifts from bare plains to granite-carved cliffs, nature’s grandeur contrasting the grim reality of their imprisonment.…
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Chapter V introduces a stark shift in the journey, as the protagonist and Perry find themselves within the oppressive heart of Phutra. Their new reality as captives under the Mahars—a terrifying reptilian race—unfolds with both awe and dread. These beings, far removed from humanity, rule with intelligence and an eerie sense of order. Lacking speech and hearing, they use intricate gestures to communicate and maintain a seemingly emotionless authority over their human slaves. The protagonist observes…
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Chapter VI begins with rising dread. The captives, including the narrator, are marched from their quarters under the tight watch of Sagoths. There is no sky to mark time—only a ceaseless light, making escape nearly impossible. They are surrounded by talk of brutal consequences for escape attempts. Whispers among the slaves turn the march into something far more ominous. The guards seem more agitated, rougher than usual. When Dian is mentioned, a bolt of fear courses through the narrator. The possibility…
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Chapter VII opens with a rush of possibility. The protagonist, having narrowly escaped his captors and the monstrous creatures of Pellucidar, pushes into unfamiliar territory beyond the walls of Phutra. A long corridor leads him upward, finally emerging into the open expanse of a wild, alien land bathed in perpetual daylight. The silence is unfamiliar, but strangely comforting. He breathes in the clean air, his senses overwhelmed by the rich, primal world around him. Trees that stretch impossibly tall cast…
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Chapter VIII opens with the protagonist grappling with both survival and a new encounter that could shift his fate. After a deadly clash with a reptilian predator, he unexpectedly meets Ja, a native of Pellucidar’s island tribes. Their initial mistrust fades as they slowly piece together a shared language, using gestures and basic words to build communication. Ja, curious but cautious, shares stories of his people—the Mezops—who live in treetop dwellings and practice a delicate balance between fear…
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Chapter IX begins with the narrator trudging wearily through dense undergrowth, driven by a single thought—to reach the sea. Each step through the thick vines and strange vegetation brings back the ache of failure from his previous escape attempt. The sight of a half-hidden canoe resting silently along the riverbank offers a renewed sense of purpose. He seizes it without hesitation, driven not by freedom but by the hope of reuniting with Perry and Ghak. Despite the uncertainty ahead, the lure of…
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