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    • Chapter 12 — The beasts of Tarzan Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 12 – The Beasts of Tarzan begins with Jane Clayton regaining her senses in a harsh and unfamiliar place. She awakens not in safety, but in the custody of the Swedish sailor Anderssen, a man torn between his past loyalties and present conscience. A small child lies near her—frail, quiet, and innocent. Jane, disoriented and overwhelmed, believes for a fleeting moment that the child might be her own. Her heart clings to this hope, even when doubt starts to creep in. The child is not Jack, but her…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter 12 - Perfidy opens with a shift in pace as Bulan, now commanding the respect of his strange companions, moves quietly through a forest path near the long-deserted long-house. His thoughts remain fixed on Virginia, whose safety is uncertain, and whose presence he is determined to locate. At the same time, the rescue party—led by Professor Maxon and Von Horn—receives a vague report that someone resembling Virginia was seen being carried off by a white giant. Von Horn, ever calculating, warps the…
    • Chapter 12 — La Seeks Vengeance Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 12 – La Seeks Vengeance begins with Tarzan returning through the jungle, enjoying the freedom of his primal existence, unaware of the danger lurking just ahead. While he revels in the simplicity of his life, La, the High Priestess of Opar, is leading an orchestrated pursuit to exact revenge on him. Motivated by the theft of a sacred sacrificial knife, a powerful artifact passed down from her ancient Atlantean ancestors, La steps outside the familiar ruins of Opar for the first time. The loss of…
    • Chapter 12 — I Receive a Visitor and Bait a Hook Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 12 - I Receive a Visitor and Bait a Hook places Rudolf Rassendyll and his companions in a new strategic position, both geographically and tactically. Chapter 12 - I Receive a Visitor and Bait a Hook opens with Rassendyll and his loyal circle relocating to the Tarlenheim estate, a stately home situated close to the Castle of Zenda. Under the pretense of a boar-hunting retreat, this calculated move places them just five miles from the stronghold where the real King is held captive. Though the public…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist confined to the house during a tense week, as a mysterious threat forces Tamlin and Lucien away on urgent duty. Isolated and under strict supervision, she reflects on her limited interactions and the presence of Ianthe, who remains the sole visitor. The atmosphere is filled with a mixture of relief and underlying dread, as the absence of the usual courtly chatter leaves her feeling a haunting emptiness. To cope with her confinement, she immerses herself in books,…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin In this chapter, Aelin, Aedion, and Lysandra are on a rapid journey toward the coast, leaving behind the chaos and destruction wrought upon Terrasen. Aelin, in her Fae form, keeps pace with Aedion, who proves to be the superior rider, while Lysandra uses her shapeshifting abilities to scout ahead for threats. Their travels across the lowlands reveal a landscape ravaged by war, with abandoned farms and impoverished towns illustrating the deep scars left by conflict. Despite the hardships, the group remains…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Celaena attending a masquerade held at a riverfront estate, where she seamlessly infiltrates the event alongside Archer. She is dressed elegantly in a white gown adorned with feathers and pearls, with her face partially concealed by a mask. The setting is opulent, with tables laden with decadent pastries, and the atmosphere is charged with underlying tension. Celaena’s awareness of her surroundings and her cautious demeanor reflect her ongoing struggle with past enemies and current…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist, Feyre, unsettled by a nightmare and unable to sleep. She wanders the dark halls of the manor, mapping exits and hiding places with rudimentary symbols, as her limited literacy prevents her from writing detailed notes. Her actions reflect her survival instincts and lingering distrust of her faerie surroundings, despite her growing familiarity with the estate. The dim lighting and absence of servants amplify her isolation, though she briefly considers returning to…
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    • Chapter 11 — The beasts of Tarzan Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 11 – The Beasts of Tarzan begins with Tarzan solemnly completing the burial of the Kincaid’s faithful cook, an act that underscores his respect for life, even in the wilderness. With no time to dwell on grief, he resumes his pursuit of the sinister Russian, Rokoff, convinced that Jane has once again fallen into enemy hands. The Ugambi jungle stretches endlessly before him, cloaked in shadows and thick with peril. Tarzan’s every step is weighed down by dread for Jane and their child, whom he…
    • Chapter 11 — Tarzan Becomes a Beast Again Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 11 – Tarzan Becomes a Beast Again delves into a significant moment in Tarzan’s life, showcasing his deep, instinctual connection to the jungle. The chapter opens with a tense situation where Werper, intending to harm Tarzan while he sleeps, hesitates at a critical moment, overwhelmed by the fear of the consequences. This hesitation proves to be a stroke of luck for Tarzan, as Werper flees into the night, fearing not only retribution from Tarzan but also the threat posed by the nearby lion.…
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