422 Results with the "Mystery" genre


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      CHAPTER 82

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a tense exchange between the protagonist and Alisa, who questions their risky actions. The protagonist cryptically responds that they are doing what is necessary, implying an undisclosed plan. Alisa remains skeptical, insisting there is no obligation to proceed, but the protagonist stands firm, silently conveying trust and determination through their tone. The interaction sets the stage for a high-stakes confrontation, with the protagonist hinting at a deeper strategy they cannot…
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      CHAPTER 83

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter depicts a high-stakes chess match between the protagonist and Vincent Blake, a formidable and wealthy adversary. The protagonist, playing white, opens with the Queen’s Gambit, a classic maneuver, but soon reveals her strategic depth by luring Blake into a trap that costs him his queen. As the game progresses, Blake realizes they are more evenly matched than he anticipated, and the tension escalates with each move. The protagonist’s calculated playstyle and psychological edge become…
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      CHAPTER 84

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Vincent Blake honoring his wager with Avery but banishing her from his property, ordering his men to escort her, Grayson, and Alisa Ortega away. Toby intervenes when a guard roughly grabs Avery, asserting his authority as Tobias Blake to take charge of their departure. This moment underscores Toby's conflicted position—while Avery has won her gamble, Toby is now bound to the Blake legacy against his will. The tension escalates as Eve confronts them, furious at being used as a pawn…
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      CHAPTER 85

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      by testsuphomeAdmin 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

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      by testsuphomeAdmin 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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      by testsuphomeAdmin 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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      by LovelyMay A Strange Dis­ap­pear­ance by Anna Kather­ine Green is a mys­tery nov­el that fol­lows detec­tive Ebenez­er Gryce as he inves­ti­gates the baf­fling case of a wom­an’s sud­den dis­ap­pear­ance, uncov­er­ing secrets and puz­zling clues along the way.
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      by LovelyMay CHAPTER I – A Strange Disappearance begins with a calm that is quickly shattered by urgency, as a rising detective named Q recalls a case that, unlike most, refused to fade from memory. It starts not with flashing headlines but with a woman’s quiet desperation. On an otherwise ordinary Sunday morning, Q is approached by a middle-aged housekeeper whose distressed demeanor contradicts the calm routine of the precinct. Her words are rapid and her manner unfiltered, but beneath it lies a story of a girl…
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      by LovelyMay CHAPTER II – A Strange Disappearance begins with the narrator stepping into the vanished girl's world—her room, her silence, and the scattered clues that point toward an abrupt and possibly forced departure. The space, intended for a simple seamstress, carries a surprising touch of refinement. Furnishings are modest but well-matched, and certain belongings suggest care and personal pride. Mrs. Daniels, usually composed, shows uncharacteristic hesitation as she admits the room had been specially…
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      by LovelyMay CHAPTER III – A Strange Disappearance begins with a mood of quiet urgency, as detectives continue their inquiry into the sudden vanishing of a young woman presumed to be a simple sewing girl. Her absence prompts different reactions from the household—Mr. Blake remains unaffected, his demeanor calm to the point of apathy, while Mrs. Daniels becomes increasingly protective and defensive. Her insistence on shielding the girl’s belongings from inspection is striking, especially given her usual composure.…
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