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    • Chapter 4 – Prophecy and Fulfillment Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 4 – Prophecy and Fulfillment begins with Tarzan embodying a powerful blend of jungle instinct and the lingering refinement from his time among civilized society. After defeating Numa the lion—not out of compassion, but vengeance for a previous wrong—he encounters a dying witch-doctor. Though he feels no love for the old man, something within him compels a rare moment of pity. He aids the witch-doctor, revealing his identity as Tarzan of the Apes, a name he utters with pride despite his primal…
    • Chapter 3 – The Call of the Jungle Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 3 – The Call of the Jungle begins with Tarzan, stirred from rest by an instinctual yearning that pulls him from the security of his camp into the dark heart of the jungle. The familiar sounds and scents awaken something deep within him, a primal force stronger than reason. Without hesitation, he slips through the trees, his movements graceful and precise, each leap a reflection of years spent among the apes. His senses sharpen as the night deepens, drawing him into the rhythm of the wilderness.…
    • Chapter 2 – On the Road to Opar Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 2 – On the Road to Opar begins with a telling glimpse into Tarzan’s character—though surrounded by the comforts of civilization, his heart remains tethered to the wilderness. He ignores the familiar fruits, insects, and wild fare that once sustained him, choosing instead to revisit the world of men out of love for Lady Jane Greystoke. Civilization may offer structure, but to Tarzan, it’s only worth tolerating because of her. Deep within, he yearns for the untamed freedom of the jungle. That…
    • Chapter 1 – Belgian and Arab Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 1 – Belgian and Arab opens with Lieutenant Albert Werper, a man once bound by military discipline, now unraveling in the unforgiving isolation of the Congo. His demotion, a result of personal failure, has left him bitter and mentally frayed. Months of jungle exile erode his conscience until one fateful day, driven by suppressed rage and delusions of restoring his honor, he murders his superior officer. The act is not one of justice but desperation. As realization sets in, Werper flees into the…
    • Chapter 22 – Present, Past and Future? Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 22 – Present, Past and Future? begins with the narrator retreating to the Tyrol, seeking refuge in its peaceful mountain setting after the tumultuous events in Ruritania. Removed from the political danger and emotional turbulence he left behind, he finds time to rest and regain strength. A discreet message is sent to his brother, assuring him of his safety, though no explanations are offered. With his appearance altered by a new beard—concealing the identity that once passed for royalty—he…
    • Chapter 21 –  If Love Were All! Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 21 – If Love Were All! begins with Rudolf Rassendyll reflecting in quiet solitude, occupying the very chamber once used to imprison the King of Ruritania. The castle, now still after the chaos it once harbored, echoes with the memory of sacrifice, deception, and hard-won triumph. The room’s silence sharpens Rassendyll’s awareness of what has passed—his masquerade as the King, the danger he embraced, and the emotional turmoil he endured. Though the kingdom is finally at peace, the man who…
    • Chapter 20 – The Prisoner and the King Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 20 – The Prisoner and the King begins with a moment of raw honesty and emotional exposure, as Colonel Sapt tells Princess Flavia the truth: the man before her is not the King, but the one who risked everything to protect him. Sapt's words are simple and direct, delivered in his usual blunt tone, but their weight shifts the world for everyone in the room. She hears them with trembling poise, her voice gentle yet piercing as she turns to me and asks the question that brings my hidden identity to…
    • Chapter 19 – The Prisoner of Zenda Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 19 – The Prisoner of Zenda begins with a tense standoff at the edge of a forest, where Rupert Hentzau, bruised but bold, confronts the Duke’s men in a last-ditch act of defiance. He stands with a sword in hand and his usual air of dangerous charm, seemingly unfazed by the odds stacked against him. Watching from a hidden vantage point is the narrator, still in the guise of the King, torn between the impulse to act and the code of honor he cannot quite break. Though he holds the advantage and…
    • Chapter 18 – The Forcing of the Trap Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 18 – The Forcing of the Trap begins with the protagonist deep within the castle, mentally calculating his odds in the deadly game that surrounds him. Though he finds some relief in knowing that Rupert Hentzau is momentarily separated from the King by a moat, the danger remains immediate and suffocating. With only two guards and De Gautet standing in his path, his situation appears grim, especially without the keys to navigate the stronghold. Every footstep echoes with risk, and each moment could…
    • Chapter 17 – Young Rupert’s Midnight Diversions Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 17 – Young Rupert’s Midnight Diversions opens with the protagonist preparing for a high-risk infiltration into the castle at Zenda under the cover of darkness. Though he had hoped for stormy weather to provide natural concealment, the sky remains cruelly clear, amplifying every move he makes. Undeterred, he presses forward, armed with resolve and a simple arsenal: a ladder, his revolver, and waterproof clothing. He slips into the cold moat, fully aware that his success hinges on timing,…
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