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Chapter V

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter V begins with Henry waking up in his New York City apartment on the morning of September 5, 2013, feeling the sharp discomfort of a hangover, a physical reminder of a night marred by emotional turmoil and a painful rejection from his girlfriend, Tabitha. The previous evening remains a blur in his memory, a hazy mix of reality and strange hallucinations that confuse his perception. One particularly unsettling moment stands out: a mysterious stranger, whose conversation felt oddly surreal, and the…
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18. White Canoe

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Chapter 15

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter 15 intricately explores the themes of memory, family, and the unrelenting passage of time, drawing poetic parallels between ballet and the physical spaces that shape our lives. The chapter opens with May, a young and promising ballerina whose unwavering dedication to dance earns her a spot in the prestigious School of American Ballet. Her role as a mouse in The Nutcracker at the New York City Ballet becomes a significant milestone, one that fills her family with pride and fosters a deep sense of…
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Chapter 2

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter 2 opens with the protagonist, filled with a sense of anticipation, finally finding a way to reconnect with his daughter, Maggie, after a prolonged period of silence. He eagerly dials her number, only to be met with repeated busy signals, which indicate that she is trying to call him back. This moment of hope and frustration fills the protagonist with anxiety as he waits in Maggie’s childhood bedroom, a place that holds countless memories of their time together as a family. The room is filled with…
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Chapter 10

by testsuphomeAdmin — Chapter 10: As the evening settled in, the Osprey Lodge’s atmosphere transformed, bathed in the soft, golden glow of candlelight. Guests continued to mingle, now grouped into pairs, exchanging stories, laughter, and the kind of casual chatter that filled the space with an air of false cheerfulness. Amidst the noise and celebration, I slipped Aidan's phone into my lap, excusing myself under the guise of needing a restroom break, although my real intention was far more urgent. Gwendolyn’s cryptic…
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An Affable Ghost Anchored Nearby

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Foreword by Mary Helen Washington

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A Friend of Keats

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Chapter XX Farewell

by LovelyMay — Chapter XX begins not with grandeur, but with a single question that cuts deeper than intended—asked by a resident who once regarded Mr. Harding with affection, now reduced to concern only for money. The reverence and respect once felt are clouded by uncertainty, revealing how hardship and rumors have worn away trust. Mr. Harding’s reaction is wordless; his silence speaks of disappointment far greater than anger. That moment reflects the loss not only of a position but of a bond. The hospital, once a…
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Chapter VII — The witch and other Stories

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