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      THE RAVEN

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      by LovelyMay "The Raven" begins on a cold, shadowy midnight where the narrator, worn down by sorrow, seeks distraction in books of forgotten lore. The silence is pierced by a faint tapping, which stirs his grief-stricken nerves. Hoping it might be a visitor or some trivial noise, he opens the door into darkness, calling out to Lenore, his lost love, whose name brings only an echo. The emptiness seems to mock him, yet his yearning compels him to listen closer, drawn deeper into the night’s mystery. When the tapping…
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      The Raindrops

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      by LovelyMay "The Raindrops" open their story within the soft realms of Cloudland, a place nestled between Earthdom and Sky Country, where moisture dwells in harmony before beginning its mission. Among them, two curious droplets gaze below, noticing the parched and withering world, moved not by command but by purpose. In a spirited mood, they gather fellow droplets and begin their descent, turning it into a joyful race, each one eager to be of service and touch the Earth with their gift. They twist and twirl through…
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      by LovelyMay The Puzzling "Dos" and "Don'ts" quietly captures the widening gap between David’s inner world and the everyday expectations placed upon him. With each new rule he’s asked to follow, David tries to balance his desire to please with his need to understand why beauty must be sacrificed for labor. Pulling weeds and chopping wood make sense in routine, but lying under apple trees and watching clouds still feel more real to him. That contrast is not lost on David, and he begins to notice how often his…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin A world divid­ed. A queen­dom with­out an heir. An ancient ene­my awak­ens. The House of Bereth­net has ruled Inys for a thou­sand years. Still unwed, Queen Sabran the Ninth must con­ceive a daugh­ter to pro­tect her realm from destruction—but assas­sins are get­ting clos­er to her door. Ead Duryan is an out­sider at court. Though she has risen to the posi­tion of lady-in-wait­ing, she is…
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      The Post

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      by LovelyMay The Post begins on a frostbitten evening as two unlikely companions prepare to depart through a sleeping town—one bound by duty, the other by schedule. The postman, wrapped in layers of coarse uniform and holding a dented sword more symbolic than practical, takes on the responsibility of delivering not just mail but a token of human warmth: a parcel and the greetings of someone too distant to speak in person. He is joined by a university student, not through friendship but by arrangement, setting the…
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      by LovelyMay *The Planet Mars and Its Inhabitants* is an early 20th-century work attributed to "Eros Urides," said to be a Martian communicating through automatic writing. Published in 1922, the book is a mix of science fiction and spiritualism, presenting itself as an account of life on Mars and the philosophical teachings of its inhabitants. The Martians, as described, are highly advanced beings who live in harmony and possess deep spiritual wisdom. The text explores themes like reincarnation, cosmic unity, and enlightenment, offering readers a unique perspective on Martian civilization and its ideals. This imaginative and speculative book captures the era’s fascination with extraterrestrial life and metaphysical concepts.
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      The Pipe

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      by LovelyMay The Pipe opens with Meliton Shishkin stepping out of the woods, damp from the morning mist and weighed down by weariness, his loyal dog Damka trailing behind. The sky hangs low and grey, painting the landscape in dull tones that echo the heaviness in Meliton’s thoughts. As he walks, the faint sound of a pipe reaches his ears—a mournful, hollow melody played by an old shepherd watching over his flock. The shepherd’s music seems to echo more than just solitude; it carries a quiet lament for a world…
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      by LovelyMay The Perverseness of It begins with Mr. Carter accompanying Miss Nellie Phaeton on a brisk carriage ride through the Park, their lively conversation sparking with wit and layered meanings. Miss Phaeton’s energy contrasts Carter’s composed demeanor, yet they match intellectually, their banter circling the nuances of affection and societal ambition. She pokes at the contradictions of love and marriage, suggesting that romantic inclinations often crumble under the weight of expectations and fortune.…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid in a state of anguish as he witnesses the fatal wounding of a woman he deeply cares for, likely Lou. Despite his desperate attempts to save her, her life slips away, leaving him devastated. Their shared gaze in her final moments hints at unfulfilled possibilities and a profound connection. The tension escalates when Morgane, a powerful witch, threatens Reid with a blade, leading to a violent confrontation where he retaliates with brutal force, only to be subdued by her magic.…
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      The Other Lady

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      by LovelyMay The Other Lady begins with Carter recounting a near escape from social obligation—a reception he nearly avoided—only to confess to Lady Mickleham that he has fallen in love. The setting is casual, yet every word in their exchange is meticulously crafted with wit and intention. Lady Mickleham, with her signature blend of skepticism and indulgent curiosity, listens as Carter describes the encounter not with restraint, but with the glowing exaggeration of a man happily swept away. He admits the woman is…
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