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CHAPTER 77
The chapter opens with the protagonist traveling to Vincent Blake's expansive ranch near the Texas/Oklahoma border. By helicopter, the journey is significantly shortened, allowing the protagonist to arrive just as the press, tipped off by Landon, begins to gather. The protagonist delivers a rehearsed statement revealing the discovery of William Blake's remains on the Hawthorne estate, framing Tobias Hawthorne as the killer who intervened to protect an underage girl from Blake's assault. This sensational…-
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CHAPTER 78
The chapter opens with Avery being led by Eve to meet Vincent Blake, an imposing octogenarian who appears decades younger. Blake demonstrates his dominance by shooting a bird from the sky and sending his bloodhound to retrieve it, then casually remarks, "we cook what we shoot." Avery immediately demands to know the whereabouts of Grayson and Toby, refusing to be intimidated. She presents Blake with the royal chess set as a symbolic offering, but he dismisses it as mere showmanship, preferring a hand-carved…-
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CHAPTER 79
The chapter opens with the protagonist observing Toby's physical state—his healing bruises and unshaven face—while grappling with overwhelming emotions tied to their last encounter. Toby warns the protagonist against being present, but she asserts her awareness of the dangers posed by Vincent Blake. The tension escalates as Blake unveils a high-stakes tournament involving Toby, Eve, and the protagonist, structured as three matches with severe consequences for failure. The protagonist realizes the…-
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CHAPTER 85
The chapter opens with Jameson’s playful declaration, “The knight returns with the damsel in distress,” as he greets the protagonist and Grayson. The protagonist, exhilarated by her recent victory, feels an intense connection with Jameson, who alone understands the thrill of her triumph. The moment is described with vivid metaphors—comparing the rush of success to standing at the edge of a waterfall or discovering the ability to fly. Jameson offers her a ride home in a helicopter, defying rules…-
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CHAPTER 86
The chapter opens with the protagonist preparing for a pivotal evening, dressed in an exquisite deep red ball gown adorned with golden vines and jewels, symbolizing the grandeur of the occasion. As she admires her reflection, the anticipation of the night’s significance weighs heavily on her—her year at Hawthorne House is nearing its end, and everything is about to change. Jameson arrives in a matching white tuxedo with a red vest, their playful banter hinting at the close bond they share. The…-
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ONE YEAR LATER…
The chapter opens with Avery Grambs, a 19-year-old heiress and philanthropist, being interviewed about her extraordinary life. She reflects on her unique position with humility, acknowledging her luck while emphasizing that her wealth still feels surreal. The interview takes place in the Nook, a personalized space in Hawthorne House that symbolizes her journey. Avery shares how her global adventures with Jameson Hawthorne have shaped her worldview, and her tone remains candid as she discusses the balance…-
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CHAPTER V – A Strange Disappearance brings a shift in the investigation’s energy as the detective, previously stalled by dead ends, turns his attention to subtle behavioral changes among familiar faces. Fanny, the sharp-eyed maid, becomes a key informant. She notices Mrs. Daniels acting strangely—hovering anxiously near windows, wandering restlessly around the Blake residence, and occasionally muttering to herself in a distracted tone. These odd habits, reported without exaggeration, push the…-
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CHAPTER VI – A Strange Disappearance sharpens its focus on the narrator’s quiet but relentless pursuit of understanding Mr. Blake’s increasingly erratic movements. What was once idle observation becomes a mission fueled by suspicion. The narrator, stationed in a room offering full view of Mr. Blake’s habits, notices a dramatic change in his subject’s routine. Instead of leisurely walks through fashionable avenues, Mr. Blake now vanishes into the crowded, narrow alleys of New York’s lower…
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CHAPTER VII – A Strange Disappearance unfolds as the narrator trails Mr. Blake to the seemingly quiet town of Putney, unaware that this detour will lead into the shadowy remains of a criminal past. Initially drawn by vague curiosity and Mr. Blake’s oddly evasive behavior, the narrator finds himself outside a house isolated near Granby Cross Roads. Its worn exterior and closed shutters give off a sense of abandonment, yet something about it feels disturbed—recently used but intentionally left in…
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CHAPTER VIII – A Strange Disappearance draws readers into a night filled with quiet suspense, where hushed voices and overheard confessions become the gateway to unraveling deeper secrets. The narrator, under the cover of dusk, listens closely as Fanny shares what she has heard—her words quick, her tone laced with unease. She describes a conversation full of veiled threats and concealed intentions, involving a visitor of regal bearing and sharp presence. This “queenly” woman, draped in velvet and…
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