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      Chapter 12

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 12 focuses on Mickey3, the third version of an individual who has suffered immense trauma from the loss of two previous bodies. The emotional burden of losing his original body is immense, with memories of the tragic event haunting him deeply. Initially, Mickey grapples with fear and a constant sense of impending disaster, as he waits for something else to go wrong. His existence becomes dominated by these fears, and each day feels like a struggle to find meaning in an overwhelming sense of loss.…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter 11 - "I am Coming!" opens in the aftermath of chaos, where urgency eclipses reason. Virginia Maxon’s disappearance becomes the singular focus for Professor Maxon, von Horn, Sing Lee, and the sole lascar survivor from the Ithaca. With limited time and unknown threats ahead, they board a serviceable boat to follow what little trail remains. They soon spot the Ithaca, adrift and overtaken by native Dyaks whom they rescue from a storm. This moment of uneasy alliance shifts the momentum. In return for…
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      Chapter 11

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 11 opens with Berto, the pilot, reflecting on the harrowing events that took place during a recent sortie, in which three members of the team lost their lives. His reaction, cold and detached, stands in stark contrast to Cat, who is visibly shaken and distressed by the tragic outcome. The tension in the cockpit is thick as Cat confronts Berto, accusing him of failing to warn them about the presence of the deadly creepers, which ultimately led to the devastating mission result. Berto, embarrassed…
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      Chapter 10

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 10 begins with the protagonist thrust into a whirlwind of emotions after narrowly escaping a life-threatening situation. She races through the city, battling exhaustion and panic, only to find herself at the Ministry, where Simellia intercepts her with unexpected urgency. Their conversation takes a tragic turn when Simellia informs her that Arthur, someone deeply important in her life, has died. The revelation hits hard, and the protagonist's emotional defenses collapse, her grief and anxiety…
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      Chapter 10

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 10 opens with the protagonist reflecting on her life aboard the Drakkar, particularly the role she plays as an Expendable. Though Jemma had prepared her for the inherent dangers of her position, nothing could have fully prepared her for the harsh reality of a mission that bordered on suicide. The responsibilities she carries, which involve risking her life for the mission’s success and the safety of the crew, are both a heavy burden and a point of personal conflict. Early in the journey, life on…
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      Chapter 1

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 1 begins with the narrator reflecting on an unexpected interview for a high-security position, one for which they feel completely unqualified. The interview is conducted by Adela, the Vice Secretary of "Expatriation," a position that immediately hints at the gravity and unusual nature of the role. Adela, with her eye patch and hay-like blond hair, abruptly inquires about the narrator’s Cambodian heritage, bringing up their mother’s experience as a refugee. This inquiry sparks a conversation…
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      Chapter 1

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 1 opens with the protagonist, Mickey, finding himself in complete darkness, disoriented, and lying on a cold, unforgiving stone floor. The immediate sense of confusion grips him as he tries to recall how he ended up in such a dire situation, but his memory is fragmented, like shards of broken glass. He only remembers certain moments—being dropped off at a crevasse and noticing a rock formation that struck him as curious, even amusing, as it resembled a monkey’s head. This fleeting distraction…
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      Anthem

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      by LovelyMay Anthem by Ayn Rand is a dystopian novella set in a collectivist future where individuality and personal choice are forbidden. The story follows Equality 7-2521, a young man who dares to think differently in a society that values conformity above all else. Defying strict societal norms, he rediscovers the concept of “I” and embarks on a journey toward personal freedom and self-discovery. Through poetic prose and a thought-provoking narrative, Rand explores themes of identity, independence, and the triumph of the human spirit against oppressive systems.
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      by LovelyMay Von Horn, lamenting the loss of Virginia to Malay and Dyak pirates, hopes to reclaim the treasure believed aboard the Ithaca. Dyaks swarm the ship, oblivious to the chest von Horn covets. Eventually, the Dyaks set a jury mast, taking the ship away, while von Horn and a lascar watch, planning their next move towards camp, believing there's no longer any danger there. On arriving, they find Professor Maxon and Sing alive. Von Horn reveals to Maxon that Malay and Dyak pirates, led by the creation intended for…
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      by LovelyMay The chapter begins with a tempest hitting the ship Ithaca just as it clears the reef around the harbor it had been anchored in for months. Despite the efforts of Bududreen, the ship's captain, and his crew, the Ithaca soon becomes a hopeless wreck under the fury of the storm. Below deck, Virginia Maxon, a frightened young woman, braces for the worst. When the ship strikes a reef and crashes, she is thrown into a state of despair, believing her end is near. Meanwhile, on deck, Bududreen and his crew face…
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