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    • Chapter X – The man Between Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter X begins with an emotional current that flows not through shared spaces, but through ink and paper. Ethel and Tyrrel, separated by circumstance, find a rhythm in their correspondence that draws them closer than proximity could. Their letters do more than update—they carry the weight of waiting, of hope suspended in delicate sentences. Tyrrel’s duty to the ailing Colonel Rawdon keeps him rooted, while Ethel’s quiet understanding gives him permission to stay without guilt. Each letter exchanged…
    • Chapter XI – The man Between Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XI begins with a vow sharp as steel, uttered not by a man of war, but by Dora—once gentle, now fiercely resolute. Her words carve a line through her past, setting the terms of her future. She declares that no matter where her husband moves, she will take her son elsewhere, ensuring father and child never meet. The clarity of her voice carries more than anger; it holds a sense of finality, of justice turned personal. Ethel, observing this transformation, is struck by how pain can harden a soul.…
    • Chapter XII – The man Between Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XII opens with a quietly powerful act of closure as Dora parts with her wedding ring, not out of anger, but as a final gesture of release. Placing it with her child’s remains, she closes a painful chapter and claims her future as her own. This symbolic act, though intensely personal, echoes a universal need—to move forward after grief, not by forgetting, but by choosing what to carry. Her liberation is neither dramatic nor loud, but its impact is deep. The bond to her past is not erased, but…
    • Chapter XIII – The man Between Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XIII begins with a fresh glimpse into Dora’s evolving identity, where her presence in Paris is no longer tied to scandal or whispered conversations. Instead, she is seen tending to her ailing father, embodying a devotion that feels both sincere and redemptive. This quiet act of care, far from the glamour and noise of past chapters, presents Dora not as a fallen figure, but as someone reclaiming purpose through gentleness. Ethel’s mention of the letters acts as a narrative bridge, guiding…
    • CHAPTER 66: JAMESON Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Jameson carefully observes the room's ornate ceiling, noting its intricate blue and gold design featuring an elaborate X with diamond-shaped squares on either side. Within these diamonds are shields containing symbols like Greek letters, a flower, a lion, and a sword. He recalls key phrases from Rohan, but nothing clicks until he shifts his focus from the details to the broader pattern—the X itself. This realization sparks a connection to Rohan's earlier hint about "the mark," suggesting the X might…
    • CHAPTER 67: JAMESON Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Jameson and Avery are in the midst of a high-stakes game, having just obtained an ornate golden key adorned with jewels and pearls. Jameson is captivated by the key, recognizing it as one of two needed to win, but he remains cautious about its true purpose. The odds of it being the correct key are uncertain, and he refuses to settle for mere chance, determined to find better alternatives. Their dialogue reveals a competitive edge, with Jameson emphasizing that Hawthornes don’t accept unfavorable odds…
    • CHAPTER 68: JAMESON Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Jameson and Avery, racing against competitors Branford and Katharine, search for clues in a high-stakes game on a cliffside estate. After finding matches in the kitchen, they return to the starting room, where they encounter Zella, the duchess, who seems aware of their progress. She hints that Branford has already found one key, leaving her with only one chance to turn the game in her favor. Jameson notices her lack of concern and deduces she knows more than she lets on, especially when she spots the…
    • CHAPTER 69: JAMESON Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Jameson and Avery rush to the stone garden’s sundial, their focus on finding a second key to secure an advantage in the high-stakes game they’re playing. Jameson remains vigilant, aware that rivals like Branford could be lurking nearby. The discovery of two keys would not only help him win but also protect a personal secret, creating a potential stalemate if Branford uncovers compromising information. The urgency is palpable as Jameson prioritizes securing the key above all else, demonstrating his…
    • CHAPTER 70: GRAYSON Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Grayson, along with Gigi and Savannah, examines a puzzle box in Colin’s old room, with Grayson privately confident he can solve it. Gigi notices his focused expression and teases him about his "hamster wheel" of thoughts, while Grayson maintains his usual composed demeanor. He suggests re-examining the box for clues, though he already suspects the solution lies elsewhere—likely connected to his father’s hidden system involving a safe-deposit key. The tension rises as Kimberly Wright, Colin’s…
    • CHAPTER 71: GRAYSON Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Savannah driving in tense silence, broken only by Xander's attempt to lighten the mood with a failed knock-knock joke. The group's unease grows as Xander reveals that Jamie is unreachable and Oren's security team may have lost track of Avery and Jamie—or been instructed not to follow them. Grayson remains skeptical, knowing Oren's reliability, but the situation hints at deeper complications. The conversation shifts when Gigi presses Grayson about their father's cryptic threat…
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