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    • Chapter 9 – Into Savage Borneo Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 9 - Into Savage Borneo begins with von Horn standing at the edge of despair, his mind torn between Virginia’s abduction and the treasure he still hopes to recover. The Ithaca, now overtaken by Dyaks, slips away under a makeshift mast, leaving von Horn and a loyal lascar with little choice but to return to camp. Believing the danger has passed, they find Professor Maxon and Sing still alive. Upon arrival, von Horn delivers grim news, revealing Virginia’s capture by pirates—led, he claims, by…
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      Chapter 9

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 9 intensifies as the protagonist finds herself at the center of an unfolding crisis. Adela urgently warns her about a mole within the Ministry, heightening the already precarious situation. Adela, who is typically poised and immaculate in her appearance, now appears disheveled, lacking her usual makeup, a sign of just how severe the situation has become. Her distress is evident, and she reveals that someone within their ranks is leaking critical information, putting both of them at risk. The…
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      Chapter 9

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 9 opens with the protagonist facing a tense moment as he encounters a group of colleagues, including Marshall, Dugan, and several Security personnel, near the main lock. The atmosphere is thick with anxiety as the crew is confronted with a monitor displaying a disturbing image of Gallaher, who has been severely injured after an assault by an unidentified creature. The creature is later identified as "creepers," deadly creatures that attack with powerful mandibles. In a desperate bid to contain the…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter 8 - The Soul of Number 13 opens with the Ithaca battling a violent storm just as it escapes the quiet harbor that had housed it for months. Captain Bududreen and his crew struggle against the sea's fury, but their efforts are swallowed by crashing waves and howling wind. The ship is shattered on a jagged reef, its hull splintering under the force. Below deck, Virginia Maxon clings to her resolve, trapped by fear yet unwilling to surrender. Her belief that this storm may be her final moment adds a…
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      Chapter 8

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 8 unfolds against the backdrop of an unpredictable environment, with the characters caught between intense storms and sudden waves of heat. This erratic weather mirrors the emotional turmoil the characters experience as they attempt to reclaim a sense of normalcy in their new home. They cautiously salvage possessions, holding onto what little the Ministry has allowed them to keep, yet their environment remains uncertain and constantly shifting. Meanwhile, the Ministry itself falls into a chaotic…
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      Chapter 8

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 8 opens with the protagonist, Mickey, reflecting on the variety of tasks he has been assigned aboard Himmel Station. Unlike most crew members, Mickey isn’t restricted to one specific area and instead takes on a range of responsibilities as needed. From tending to the rabbit hutches to providing security duties, his day-to-day life is filled with diverse roles. However, the most crucial moments arrive when Command personally summons him, indicating a need for his unique set of skills. These…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter 7 - The Bull Whip introduces a turning point where ambition, fear, and deception collide on the isolated island. Von Horn’s desire for Virginia Maxon becomes more than possessive—it morphs into something sinister as he urges her to flee with him to Singapore. Virginia, however, stands firm in her conviction. Her refusal is not merely out of loyalty, but from a moral standpoint. Leaving her father behind while he is in a vulnerable mental state would feel like abandoning him to die. Her…
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      Chapter 7

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 7 opens with the protagonist grappling with the aftermath of an assassination attempt and the shocking revelation that the man involved might be from the future. She finds herself in a Ministry safe house, where she is left alone with her thoughts after a tense encounter with Adela, their mysterious operative. As she processes the events, her emotions become a swirling mix of fear, confusion, and vulnerability, especially as she reflects on her relationship with Graham. Their bond has always been…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter 6 - To Kill! sets the scene for a night riddled with tension, secrets, and shifting loyalties. Rajah Muda Saffir, having grown impatient and suspicious of Bududreen's vague reports, begins to doubt the intentions of his supposed ally. Believing the first mate of the Ithaca might be scheming to keep Virginia for himself, the Rajah prepares for retaliation. Under cover of darkness, he lands on the island with over five hundred armed Dyaks. His plan is clear—take what he believes is owed to him: the…
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      Chapter 6

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 6 opens with the protagonist returning home after the New Year and noticing a distinct shift in the atmosphere of the house. Graham occasionally flashes a vague, confused smile, which hints at the pressure he’s facing as he prepares to rejoin the Royal Navy. Both he and Cardingham are undergoing specialized training to craft effective identities and backstories, which leaves the protagonist unsettled by the Ministry's intense focus on their retraining. Meanwhile, other individuals in the…
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