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The Student

by LovelyMay — The Student begins with a chilling shift in temperature and mood, marking the arrival of evening over a quiet, rural Russian landscape. Ivan Velikopolsky walks along a narrow path that cuts through a cold, empty field, his mind burdened by history, hardship, and the continuity of human suffering. As the wind cuts through the bare trees and frost bites at his fingers, Ivan reflects on the unbroken chain of misery, believing that human experience has always been shrouded in darkness. This bleak worldview…
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Chapter XI — Dawn o‑hara the girl who laughed trashed

by LovelyMay — Chapter XI – Dawn O’Hara, The Girl Who Laughed Trashed opens with the tension that lingers in Dawn's mind following her last emotional exchange with Dr. Von Gerhard. He has kept a respectful distance, but his silence is broken by the delivery of red roses on Christmas, a gesture that strikes Dawn more deeply than he might have guessed. Her days are busy, filled with work and acts of kindness toward the neighborhood children, but under the surface lies a quiet loneliness, magnified by the festive…

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Scene II. A Bridge

by LovelyMay — Scene II. A Bridge opens with the soft rhythm of two anglers immersed in their favorite pastime along an English stream. Anglus, whose love for the art of fishing leans toward a poetic devotion, is joined by the more skeptical Scotus. The quiet is soon unsettled by nearby laborers and Scotus’s rising complaints about the costs and unpredictable nature of the pursuit. Attempting to restore the peace, Anglus responds not with argument but with a whimsical song that paints the angler’s world in a tapestry…
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CHAPTER XIII ‑The Circus Boys Across the Continent

by LovelyMay — CHAPTER XIII - The Circus Boys Across the Continent finds the Sparling Combined Shows thriving as they travel from town to town, thrilling crowds and drawing applause wherever they go. Amidst this success, trouble surfaces during a stop in Franklin, Indiana. Late one evening, Phil Forrest and Teddy Tucker are ambushed by two men hiding in the shadows near the circus grounds. Though the attackers catch them off guard, the boys manage to escape with only scrapes and bruises. They return to their duties the…
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Chapter X

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter X begins with Henry’s reflective drive back home, a journey that encapsulates his strained relationship with the concept of "home" and the dynamics within his family. The drive from New York City to Newburgh is not just a physical transition from one place to another, but a mental preparation for the complex emotions that come with returning to his family. This internal struggle is heightened by the long-standing roles each family member plays in his life: David, the dependable and structured…
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27. Out Hog Mountain Road

by testsuphomeAdmin — Out Hog Mountain Road, in 1966, Kya and Chase started their morning together with a modest but meaningful breakfast. This quiet moment, set in the familiar surroundings of their shared life, marked a significant milestone—almost a year of being together. Chase, with an unexpected sense of commitment, shared his future plans with Kya, telling her that he wanted to build a home for her, an idea that made Kya feel both cherished and hopeful for a future she had long desired. Her heart, filled with dreams of…
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Chapter 20

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter 20 opens with the narrator reflecting on the weight of his past, particularly the story of his sister, Maeve, which he initially set out to tell but finds himself entangled in other aspects of his life. Three years have passed since Maeve’s death, and during this time, his marriage to Celeste has unraveled, adding another layer of loss and change. Celeste, who never fully embraced the Dutch House, finally confesses that she never liked the home, a revelation that contradicts the narrator’s…
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Chapter 6

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter 6 begins with Lucia preparing an elaborate dinner at seven o’clock, which is served with a focus on fresh vegetables, catering to Maggie and Aidan’s vegan diet. The meal consisted of carefully prepared dishes highlighting flavors from mushrooms, eggplants, and roasted squash, each course pleasantly filling me up. I couldn’t help but express my admiration for Lucia’s culinary skills, telling her that if she cooked for me regularly, I might easily transition to a vegan lifestyle. Throughout…
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Chapter 2

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter 2 delves into the complexities of the relationship between the narrator and their daughter, Maggie, as the realities of adulthood and independence take a toll on their bond. After Maggie completes her college education, she moves to Boston, and the narrator, wanting to support her as she navigates the next stage of her life, agrees to co-sign her lease for a basement studio apartment. Along with the lease, the narrator agrees to help cover her rent for the first year, thinking this would give…
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Promises I Made and Meant and Broke

by testsuphomeAdmin — Promises I Made and Meant and Broke begins with the narrator caught in the aftermath of Lark's tragic passing. The narrator, still reeling from the emotional upheaval, is visited by an ambulance driver, someone who had been familiar from past encounters. This brief, almost comforting moment of recognition is short-lived as the police arrive, immediately casting suspicion on the narrator and questioning his involvement in the events surrounding Lark's death. The interrogation grows intense as they demand…
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