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      Chapter 44

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 44 unfolds with an intense surge of emotional tension as Leighton is suddenly awoken by her mother’s distressed cry in the middle of the night. Instinctively, she rushes to her younger sisters, Cammy and Juniper, who are huddled together, whispering in fear that something terrible is happening to their mother. Driven by the urgency of the situation, Leighton quickly instructs the girls to hide in the armoire, telling them to remain silent and stay safe. Despite her own growing anxiety, she forces…
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      Chapter 72

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 72 of If These Wings Could Fly escalates the tension as Leighton and his mother find themselves trapped in a nightmarish situation, struggling to find a way out of their burning home. Leighton’s mother urgently insists that he escape, even as the chaos intensifies around them, with Leighton’s friend holding a gun in an increasingly unstable environment. Amidst this, Leighton faces an unsettling realization: his keys are missing, and with escape routes narrowing, their only option is to climb up…
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      To the Reader

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      by LovelyMay To the Reader, in Chapter 2 of "Worldly Ways and Byways," the author reflects on a past diplomatic custom known as the Pele Mele, a practice meant to resolve the constant disputes over precedence among courtiers and diplomats. This system, likely conceived by an overburdened Master of Ceremonies, sought to nullify rank and eliminate the usual formalities of social gatherings, creating an environment where one's position at an event was determined by wit or chance rather than status. The Pele Mele resulted…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter 33 - The Introducer focuses on the overly eager character who insists on connecting people regardless of interest, relevance, or social setting. These Introducers often see themselves as indispensable facilitators of friendship, acting from what they believe is a place of generosity or sociability. Yet their actions frequently result in awkward silences, forced smiles, and discomfort for the people they are so keen to bring together. The author points out that what may begin as an innocent desire…
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      Chapter 55

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 55 of If These Wings Could Fly opens with the protagonist feeling weighed down by a promise made to Liam—to attend his game. Throughout the event, she struggles with regret and anxiety, caught in a whirlwind of conflicting emotions. The energy of the game surrounds her, with the loud cheers from fans and the lively performances of cheerleaders filling the air. Despite this outward excitement, the protagonist is keenly aware of the underlying tension within her family, particularly her father's…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter 12 – "Seven Ages" of Furniture opens with a humorous but sharp observation of how American couples evolve in their tastes for home décor, often without knowing exactly why. At the beginning of their married life, most young couples furnish their homes with mismatched items—gifts from relatives or leftover pieces with no aesthetic cohesion. These early arrangements feel more functional than intentional, reflecting a stage of life defined by practicality rather than taste. There is little room…
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      Chapter 34

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 34 opens with the narrator hastily descending the stairs, deliberately avoiding the sight of the recently repaired window. Instead, their attention is diverted to the coffee table, where the vase has been placed back at its center, provoking a complex swirl of emotions. They instinctively reach for the vase and head outside to discard it in the garbage bin, feeling the rain drench them as they bury the broken vase in the bag that holds its shattered pieces from the previous night. This simple…
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      Chapter 64

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      by testsuphomeAdmin 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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      by LovelyMay Chapter 23 – A Common Weakness explores the deeply embedded human urge to feel seen, honored, or elevated, regardless of cultural or political changes. In America, where nobility was explicitly rejected by the founding fathers, the need for distinction didn’t disappear—it simply found new costumes. From early institutions like the Order of the Cincinnati, which tried to invent a kind of hereditary elite, to modern informal title inflation, this craving has taken countless forms. Washington’s ideal…
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      Chapter 45

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 45 begins with the narrator reminiscing about several painful episodes from their childhood, moments marked by both physical and emotional distress. These memories are vivid and impactful, starting with the incident at age four when the narrator stepped on a piece of sharp scrap metal, an early experience of pain that left a lasting impression. As they grow older, more painful moments arise, such as the fever that consumed them at seven years old, leaving them weak and vulnerable. Then, at age…
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