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      6 TO KILL!

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      by LovelyMay In Chapter 6 of "The Monster Men," tension escalates dramatically as multiple parties converge with their own agendas, leading to a climactic series of events on the island. The Rajah Muda Saffir, frustrated by the delays and excuses from Bududreen, decides to take matters into his own hands. He suspects Bududreen, the first mate of the Ithaca, of betraying him by seeking to keep the beautiful maiden, promised to the Rajah, for himself. To this end, Muda Saffir, along with over five hundred fierce Dyaks,…
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      7 THE BULL WHIP

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      by LovelyMay In Chapter 7 of "The Monster Men," tension escalates as Dr. von Horn attempts to convince Virginia Maxon to leave her father and escape with him to Singapore, underlining his obsessive desire to have her voluntarily, or by force if necessary. Virginia, despite acknowledging the danger she’s in, resolutely refuses to abandon her father on the isolated island amidst the savage lascars and her father's grotesque creations. She sees leaving as akin to murder, given her father's vulnerable state, especially…
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      by LovelyMay Von Horn, lamenting the loss of Virginia to Malay and Dyak pirates, hopes to reclaim the treasure believed aboard the Ithaca. Dyaks swarm the ship, oblivious to the chest von Horn covets. Eventually, the Dyaks set a jury mast, taking the ship away, while von Horn and a lascar watch, planning their next move towards camp, believing there's no longer any danger there. On arriving, they find Professor Maxon and Sing alive. Von Horn reveals to Maxon that Malay and Dyak pirates, led by the creation intended for…
    • CHAPTER IX  -The circus boys in dixie Land Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter IX of "The Circus Boys in Dixie Land," Phil Forrest, a circus boy himself, decides to leave his bag at the station and head to the circus lot to gather information from the stake and chain gang - the men responsible for setting up the circus. Upon arrival, he engages with the foreman of the group, genially extracting information about competing circuses and the strategies employed to outdo one another, specifically targeting the Sparling show. Phil learns that their tactics include staying ahead…
    • CHAPTER X  -The circus boys in dixie Land Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter X of "The Circus Boys in Dixie Land," titled "The Circus Boy is Recognized," the protagonist Phil displays both bravery and quick thinking. After witnessing a theft, Phil confronts and seizes the thief, enduring the criminal's threats and an unsuccessful escape attempt. A confrontation ensues amidst a growing crowd, with Phil maintaining a firm grip on the thief. Despite his adversary's violent resistance and the arrival of apparent reinforcements, Phil remains undeterred, employing his…
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      by LovelyMay In Chapter XI of The Circus Boys In Dixie Land, Phil is taken aboard Sully’s private car under threat and duress. As they approach the circus train’s yard, Phil suspects Sully is planning to bring him to the train but doesn't understand his motives. Sully is determined to intimidate Phil, warning him to remain silent, but Phil, though angry and unafraid, stands his ground. The showman forcibly ushers him into a sleeper car and locks them inside. Inside, Sully confronts Phil, demanding to know his…
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      by LovelyMay In Chapter XII of "The Circus Boys in Dixie Land," Phil finds himself waking up in a moving train and discovers it's morning. Despite his uncomfortable sleep, he remains cheerful and hungry. After knocking with no response, he's eventually greeted by Sully, the show owner, who mocks Phil's optimism. Phil's attempt at wit and a request for breakfast lead to a begrudging invitation from Sully to join him for a meal. Phil teases about the food, suggesting his clever nose detected it, only to learn it was…
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      by LovelyMay In Chapter XIII, "Through Rings of Fire," the plot intensifies as Sully, a circus showman, and his parade manager discuss their plans to sabotage a competing circus, Sparling's show. They consider various methods, including using elephants to create a commotion, but Sully decides to wait until just before the afternoon show. Meanwhile, Phil, who has been locked in a linen closet by Sully, contemplates his options. He hopes Mr. Sparling, his employer, will realize he's missing and send someone to find…
    • CHAPTER XIV  -The circus boys in dixie Land Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter XIV of "The Circus Boys In Dixie Land," titled "A Dash for Freedom," Phil continues to impress as a star rider, earning applause for his performances but remains closely guarded by Sully, the showman, who suspects Phil may attempt to escape. Despite the tight surveillance, Phil, aware of being closely watched, cleverly manages to keep his earnings secure by carrying them in a bag around his neck, anticipating no immediate opportunity to escape. Phil challenges Sully's conditions for better…
    • CHAPTER XV  -The circus boys in dixie Land Cover
      by LovelyMay Forrest and Phil, part of a circus crew, find themselves in a precarious situation as Phil tries to evade his pursuers with a slow-moving horse. He eventually devises a plan to escape by using a pole wagon as a cover, managing to elude the men chasing him. Despite his effective escape, Phil faces the dilemma of being in conspicuous circus attire and lacking funds, complicated by the loss of his money pouch. Determined to return to his circus and warn Mr. Sparling of potential dangers, Phil improvises a new…
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