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    • CHAPTER XXI ‑The Circus Boys Across the Continent Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER XXI - The Circus Boys Across the Continent begins with Phil Forrest returning to the circus grounds in St. Joseph, visibly worn but full of gratitude. After escaping a troubling incident in the countryside, he credits nearby farmers for their help and ensures they’re compensated, thanks to Mr. Sparling’s financial support. Sparling, upon learning the full scope of what Phil endured, is infuriated—not with Phil, but with the threat posed to his performers, and he swiftly decides to employ a…
    • by LovelyMay Chapter XXI – Dawn O'Hara, The Girl Who Laughed Trashed begins with a tender acknowledgment of endings as Dawn reflects on Peter Orme’s passing. In New York’s fast-paced rhythm, even death feels like a whisper lost in noise. The city forgets quickly, yet Dawn carries the weight of memories that time refuses to erase. Her sorrow isn't dramatic, but quiet and personal, like pages turning softly in an old book. To heal, she steps away from the crowded energy of journalism, embracing the calm of…
    • Chapter XX Farewell Cover
      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…
    • Chapter XX — The witch and other Stories Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XX unfolds at the edge of Obrutchanovo, where the village and the encroaching signs of modernity meet in a quiet yet profound collision. The once undisturbed pastureland begins to shift in character as the bridge takes form nearby, reshaping not just the terrain but the daily rhythm of the people. What was once known only for grazing livestock now reflects sunlight from glass ornaments and echoes with the sound of construction and ambition. To the villagers, these changes evoke both wonder and a…
    • CHAPTER XX — The Circus Boys Across the Continent Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER XX - The Circus Boys Across the Continent takes a sharp turn as Phil Forrest wakes up alone and bewildered, lying on a patch of grass near a railway siding in Mexico, Missouri. His body aches, his mind scrambles to recall how he arrived there, and he quickly realizes his pockets are empty—his money and watch missing. Locals, spotting him near the freight train, immediately accuse him of being a stowaway, adding insult to injury as he struggles to explain the truth: he had been attacked, robbed,…
    • by LovelyMay Chapter XX – Dawn O'Hara, The Girl Who Laughed Trashed begins with a quiet moment of reflection, as a tattered office coat hanging on a peg brings Blackie’s presence into sharper focus. It’s a small thing, yet it carries weight, symbolizing how objects outlast the people who wear them. The room feels haunted by absence even before the story turns to the accident. Peter’s sudden death, Dawn’s narrow escape, and Blackie’s fragile survival set the tone for what follows. With bandages still fresh…
    • Chapter XVIII The Warden is Very Obstinate Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XVIII brings us into a moment of emotional confrontation as Mr. Harding quietly returns home, only to be met with agitation and disbelief. His decision to seek legal clarity, and ultimately resign, has sent shockwaves through the family. The Archdeacon, frustrated and incredulous, confronts him with a mix of anger and panic, seeing the move not as integrity but as recklessness. To Dr. Grantly, this resignation is not a moral stand but a betrayal of tradition and privilege. Mr. Harding, however,…
    • Chapter XVIII — The witch and other Stories Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XVIII opens on a village brimming with unspoken frustration, where the tension between the residents and the engineer, Mr. Kutcherov, continues to intensify. What began as a cautious relationship has now turned brittle, weighed down by the engineer’s increasing distrust. He no longer sees his neighbors as collaborators in rural life but as potential threats to his order and belongings. Each precaution he takes—bolting his gates, hiring night guards, and shunning local help—further deepens the…
    • CHAPTER XVIII — The Circus Boys Across the Continent Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER XVIII - The Circus Boys Across the Continent unfolds with vivid energy as Teddy Tucker and other performers prepare for their acts, moving with confidence toward the arena. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation, as each act brings the promise of entertainment and risk. Behind the curtain, conversations carry weight, especially between Phil Forrest and Mr. Sparling, who discuss how Phil’s talents can serve both performance and managerial roles. Phil expresses his passion for the ring but…
    • by LovelyMay Chapter XVIII – Dawn O’Hara, The Girl Who Laughed Trashed opens with quiet tension as Blackie delivers unsettling news about Peter Orme’s return. His vivid account paints Peter as both charismatic and troubling, a man capable of captivating strangers with stories, yet dangerous to Dawn’s fragile stability. Peter’s casual inquiry about her whereabouts is revealing—it shows either ignorance or indifference to her current life. Blackie, sensing the storm on the horizon, urges Dawn to leave before…
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