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The Huntsman

by LovelyMay — The Huntsman opens beneath a scorching sky, where the heat clings to every surface, and not even a whisper of breeze disturbs the forest edge. Yegor Vlassitch walks with a leisurely stride, dressed in a worn red shirt and patched trousers, his rifle slung across one shoulder. His presence, however casual, holds a weight that disturbs the stillness. From a nearby thicket, Pelagea appears—her frame slight, her face flushed from labor, and her voice timid but tinged with longing. Their meeting feels more…
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Chapter VI — The woman in the Alcove

by LovelyMay — Chapter VI – The woman in the Alcove captures a moment when tension quietly tightens around the narrator. Though no verdict has been reached, Mr. Durand remains under suspicion, and she is forced into silence by her uncle’s stern instruction to avoid all contact with him. Yet silence does not erase her concern. Each day stretches longer as public whispers build, casting shadows over a man she cannot believe to be guilty. The narrator's thoughts continually drift toward the events of that night—the…
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A Liberal Education

by LovelyMay — A Liberal Education opens with Dolly Foster observing Phil Meadows, now a polished member of society, pass her by on the Row without the slightest nod of recognition. This moment stirs a reflective irritation in her, as she recounts to Mr. Carter how, just a few years earlier, he was a socially awkward and hopeless figure. Meadows once carried an unrolled umbrella and a brown paper parcel, wore ill-fitting clothes, and approached life with a sense of grim earnestness. He neither smoked nor drank, and his…
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The Gay Old Dog [1917]

by LovelyMay — The Gay Old Dog opens with Jo Hertz, a middle-aged bachelor, navigating the lively streets of Chicago as troops prepare to march off to war. The festive chaos of the city contrasts sharply with Jo's internal stillness—a quiet longing that has been buried beneath years of indulgence and denial. While others look to the future with hope or fear, Jo stands suspended in the past, contemplating the pieces of life he never got to live. It is this emotional disconnect, set against a backdrop of patriotic…
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The Lady Who Rides to Hounds

by LovelyMay — In this chapter titled The Lady Who Rides to Hounds, introduces a compelling exploration of how women have steadily redefined their place within the traditional sport of fox-hunting. Historically seen as a male preserve, hunting has gradually welcomed a new presence in the field—ladies whose grace, discipline, and growing confidence have quietly transformed the tone and image of the sport. These women, many of whom received refined equestrian training from an early age, now participate not just as…
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Chapter XVII

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter XVII unfolds on a serene, yet ordinary, day in New York City on September 4, 2014, where Henry and Addie remain in the soft, warm cocoon of their shared bed. Surrounded by the quiet rhythm of each other’s breathing, they linger in a peaceful intimacy, holding onto the fleeting moments with whispered names and quiet smiles. As the world outside transitions from morning to afternoon, they both resist the inevitable pull of time, content to stay wrapped in the comfort of their space, savoring the…
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44. Cell Mate

by testsuphomeAdmin — Cell Mate, in the chapter set in 1970, Kya’s physical and emotional isolation within the confines of her prison cell is highlighted, with her mind often drifting to the weight of her past and the ongoing trial. The harsh reality of being locked away from the world she knew is only magnified by her internal struggles. Kya contemplates her past relationships, particularly with Tate, whose visits she continues to decline. This decision, however, is not born from indifference; rather, it stems from a…
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Chapter 2

by testsuphomeAdmin — Whenever they shared their work, he couldn't help but feel that everyone else's visions were far more ambitious than his own. Chapter 2 of his journey revealed designs that weren’t just structures; they were statements, cultural critiques, and exercises in reshaping human interaction with space. His own work, in contrast, seemed almost embarrassingly simple—buildings that looked like buildings, with roofs to shelter, doors to enter, and walls to enclose. The realization gnawed at…
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Chapter 15

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter 15 of Their Eyes Were Watching God explores Janie’s struggle with jealousy, which arises when she sees Tea Cake’s playful interactions with Nunkie, a young woman who continually flirts with him. Nunkie’s attention to Tea Cake deeply unsettles Janie, stirring up her insecurities and causing her to question her place in his life. Though Tea Cake tries to dismiss Nunkie’s flirtations as harmless, Janie’s feelings of jealousy intensify, leading her to fear that Tea Cake might be attracted to…
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Chapter XXIV

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter XXIV begins with Lill expressing her newfound enthusiasm and a sense of optimism about shopping for supplies, offering to take care of the kids until the next day. She suggests walking over to the Mega Mega Mart across the road to gather what they need, while asking if anyone would like to join her. However, the children, wary of their current situation and the potential consequences of drawing attention to themselves, prefer to stay behind in the safety of their temporary shelter. As she prepares…
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