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Chapter 71
Chapter 71 of If These Wings Could Fly plunges the reader into a world where tension and uncertainty are ever-present, as Leighton Barnes is forced to confront the painful and life-altering realities that have come to define her existence. The fragility of life and the delicate balance between survival and destruction take center stage as Leighton reflects on a traumatic night that almost claimed her life. During this harrowing encounter, a bullet narrowly misses her, lodging itself deep into the wall of…-
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Chapter 70
Chapter 70 of If These Wings Could Fly begins with a sense of chaos and heightened tension as the air is thick with the scent of smoke, leaving confusion in its wake. This unusual aroma, caused by a fire that doesn’t seem to fit the circumstances, hints at a deeper mystery, as guns typically don’t set fires. Leighton, the protagonist, finds himself pushed against the stairs, with his mother anxiously trying to assess whether he has been injured in the melee. Despite his reassurances that he is…-
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Chapter 69
Chapter 69 of If These Wings Could Fly is steeped in an atmosphere of tension and foreboding, as the house is plunged into darkness, the power abruptly cut off. The action unfolds with Leighton and her sisters, Juniper and Campbell, stuck in a dimly lit room, overwhelmed by a sense of fear and urgency that saturates the air. Despite the stillness, the panic within Leighton’s chest is palpable, growing with each passing moment as she listens to muffled voices and heated arguments drifting up from…-
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Chapter 68
Chapter 68 of If These Wings Could Fly presents the protagonist in a poignant moment of reflection, standing alone on the edge of the sidewalk as she watches Liam’s red taillights fade into the darkness. This fleeting sight sparks within her a vision of a hopeful future, one filled with promises of happiness and togetherness. For a brief moment, she allows herself to imagine a life shared with Liam, free of the obstacles and struggles that have defined her past. The image of their future together…-
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Chapter 67
Chapter 67 of If These Wings Could Fly delves into a profoundly intimate and emotional moment as the protagonist, Leighton, requests that Liam take her home before the fireworks begin. The holiday season has always been difficult for her, filled with discomfort and lingering emotions that have made her feel disconnected. In response to these challenges, she and her siblings, Campbell and Juniper, created their own set of meaningful traditions, small but significant rituals that help them navigate the…-
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Chapter 66
Chapter 66: “I HEARD YOUR DAD TRIED TO kill your mom.” And there goes that perfect moment. Liam and I turn to face Brody, who is grinning at me. The police blotter. Liam takes a step toward him, and I grab his arm. “Let’s go,” I say. “Leighton.” Liam’s arm is tight and tense under my fingers. “Let’s just leave.” “But they haven’t even announced the Winter Formal Ice King and Queen,” Brody says. “I hear you two are the favorites.” “Jesus, Brody, how much of a…-
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Chapter 65
Chapter 65 of If These Wings Could Fly introduces the preparations for a special New Year’s Eve evening at Leighton’s house. The atmosphere is filled with excitement as she and her friend Sofia get ready, dressed in striking outfits for the occasion. Leighton dons a black satin dress that perfectly complements her reddish hair, adding a touch of elegance to the moment. The light-hearted banter between the two friends highlights their close relationship, with Sofia humorously likening Leighton to a…-
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Chapter 64
Chapter 64 of If These Wings Could Fly begins with a charged atmosphere as the protagonist and a younger figure stand outside a small house, bathed in the red and blue flashing lights of police cars. The cold, biting air seems to seep into their bones, but despite this, the narrator grips the smaller hand tightly, an unspoken promise of protection. Both are dressed in flannel pajamas, barely sufficient to shield them from the harsh winter chill, which only heightens the feeling of vulnerability that hangs…-
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Chapter 63
Chapter 63 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with an unsettling scene as the protagonist wakes up early on Christmas Day, disturbed by the loud music of Axl Rose and the raised voices coming from downstairs. Despite the chilling atmosphere, the protagonist hesitantly moves toward their sisters' room and finds them huddled together, visibly frightened by the sounds of the argument downstairs. This moment of fear sets the stage for the chaotic events that follow, as the protagonist listens carefully, piecing…-
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Chapter 62
Chapter 62 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with a reflective moment about a house that has stood for generations, originally constructed by the speaker’s paternal grandfather. This ancestral connection evokes questions about the true essence of the house itself—was it merely built from timber, nails, and bricks, or does it carry something deeper, something tied to the emotional weight of its creators? The speaker contemplates whether their grandfather’s character, neither entirely evil nor wholly…-
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