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    • Chapter XXII — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XXII opens with a quiet moment turned chaotic as Phil Forrest, deep in thought while walking the deck of the steamer "Marie," is abruptly sent overboard. In an instant, the wooden planks beneath his feet vanish, and he is thrust into the cold, dark embrace of the Mississippi River. The fall catches him off guard, but his instincts guide him as he aligns his body midair for a safer impact. Hitting the water knocks the breath out of him, but panic is held at bay. He has trained for danger under the…
    • Chapter XXII — The circus boys on the flying Rings Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XXII opens in the hush of midnight, with Phil Forrest slipping away from the sleeping circus grounds toward the village. His heart was heavy with worry, but his stride remained determined. The blacksmith shop ahead held more than iron and tools—it held Emperor, locked away after the day's chaos. Phil moved quietly past the cemetery, flinching at every crunch of gravel underfoot. The faint sound of conversation drifted through the air. Crouched behind a shed, Phil listened as townsmen debated the…
    • Chapter XXI — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XXI begins with tension and humor mingling on the Mississippi as Teddy Tucker finds himself nursing a sprained wrist after a scuffle with a mischievous baboon. Though temporarily removed from performance duties, his energy remains unshaken. Rather than sulk, he becomes obsessed with the recent theft of his cherished egg—a symbol of comfort and pride. Teddy’s curious nature turns investigative, prompting questions about who might have taken it and why. His interactions with Mr. Sparling reflect…
    • Chapter XXI — The circus boys on the flying Rings Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XXI begins in the middle of a quiet storm between responsibility and secrecy. Phil Forrest chooses silence over betrayal, refusing to name someone he believes has committed a wrong. Mr. Sparling, both irritated and impressed, respects Phil's principles despite his frustration. In the world of the circus, where trust is a currency more valuable than ticket sales, such integrity stands out. Their exchange ends not in reprimand, but in an oddly supportive quip—Sparling suggesting Phil might own the…
    • Chapter XX — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XX begins with Teddy Tucker’s unresolved grudge still bubbling from a prank pulled by the circus band, especially the loud, unflinching bass drummer. To settle the score in his own comical style, Teddy arms himself with a bag of lemons, which he bites into dramatically right in front of the musicians. The sour-faced reactions of the band mid-performance are exactly the distraction he wanted, causing a few notes to falter and the rhythm to briefly collapse. Though the audience doesn’t catch on,…
    • Chapter XX — The circus boys on the flying Rings Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XX opens with a burst of applause and a dose of unexpected recognition. Teddy, in the aftermath of his mule act mishap, finds himself rewarded rather than reprimanded. James Sparling, never one to miss a promotional opportunity, sees value in Teddy’s chaotic charm and offers him double pay for performing the same act intentionally. From a tent hand to a crowd favorite, Teddy’s ascent is quick and thrilling. His partnership with the “educated mule” becomes a source of laughter and ticket…
    • Chapter XVIII — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XVIII begins with a scene full of momentum and mystery. Phil and Mr. Sparling rush through the narrow passages of the circus boat, their footsteps echoing with urgency. The pursuit divides them—Phil heads to the rear while Sparling pushes forward. In the dim light and tight quarters, every shadow becomes a suspect. At the stern, Phil finally corners the fleeing figure. With heart pounding, he seizes the person, expecting a stranger. To his shock, it's Teddy Tucker. What began as a manhunt ends in…
    • Chapter XVIII — The circus boys on the flying Rings Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XVIII begins in the wake of Phil’s accident, casting a long shadow over the circus community. The local boys, wide-eyed with excitement and wonder, gathered to ask questions and hear Phil’s story. Though still nursing injuries, he welcomed their interest, balancing humor with a quiet honesty about the dangers behind the curtain. Rather than embellish, Phil spoke candidly, his words revealing both resilience and insight. In his tone was something more than pain—it was a growing awareness that…
    • Chapter XVII — The Circus Boys on the Mississippi Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XVII opens with Phil Forrest caught in the shadows just beyond the circus grounds, his instincts sharpened by a rising sense of danger. Two figures move with stealth, their intent unclear but certainly suspicious. Phil, not one to back down, chooses to follow at a safe distance, relying on agility rather than confrontation. The night air thickens with tension as he maneuvers around wagons and tents, trying to stay unnoticed. A quick decision sends him dashing through a narrow gap, creating just…
    • Chapter XVII — The circus boys on the flying Rings Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XVII opens with tension settling over the circus after a dramatic mishap. The incident, involving a high fall during a performance, spreads through the backstage area like wildfire. Two clowns, barely dressed and still wiping off makeup, discuss it in hushed tones, unsure whether the fall was survivable. Meanwhile, the audience outside continues to laugh and cheer, unaware of what has just occurred behind the curtain. The show must go on, and the band plays louder, covering the absence of a fallen…
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