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The Last Piece of the Puzzle chapter 2

by Antonio Aguilar — The young man who had just robbed the money had reached the street corner. As Tom chased after him, he glanced at his watch. As soon as it struck twelve, the young man in front suddenly stopped, bent down, and his hands and feet twitched. He looked very painful. On his face, there was an extreme look of horror, as if the sky was falling. Then, his right hand suddenly broke off, and blood gushed out. At this time, Tom had caught up with the young man. Before the young man could say a word, there was a loud…
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The Last Piece of the Puzzle chapter 1

by Antonio Aguilar — Tom opened a small store selling children's toys. Due to the limited variety of toys he stocked, the business wasn't going well. Recently, his son, Tim, who was in primary school, told him that a star puzzle game had become popular on campus. The jumbled hard - paper pieces had pictures of stars on them. When put together, they formed a complete star image, and they were coated with fluorescent powder, which made them glow at night. During their free time, students loved to play with these puzzles. So, Tom…
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The Last Piece of the Puzzle

by Antonio Aguilar — Have you ever wondered what would happen if a simple children’s puzzle held a terrifying and mysterious power? David, a small – store owner selling children’s toys, is about to be plunged into a world of horror and moral dilemmas. After his son tells him about a popular star puzzle game, he starts selling them. But when he discovers the strange effects of blank puzzles, his life takes a nightmarish turn. From his son’s near – death experience to a robber’s gruesome end, and now his own desperate race against time to complete a puzzle of himself. What secrets do these puzzles hold? Will David survive this terrifying ordeal? Read on to find out.
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The Extraordinary Adventures of A Gou chapter 2

by Christopher Hall — Taking Out a Pistol Tom was in a bind. He didn't dare to go to Chicago at all. So, he lowered his head and tried to soften his tone. "Ma'am, I thought you were joking when I said I'd take you. In fact, it's such a long way. I'm really not brave enough. You'd better find another car." After saying that, he returned the money to the woman. But the woman wasn't having it. She demanded that Tom pay her double, another $10,000 as compensation. Even though Tom was usually a patient man, he couldn't help…
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The Extraordinary Adventures of A Gou chapter 1

by Christopher Hall — This Woman Is Unusual Tom is a native New Yorker. He was laid off a few years ago and hasn't been able to find a new job. So, he started driving an unlicensed taxi to support his family of three. One day, Tom drove around the streets for ages but couldn't find a single passenger. Meanwhile, the fuel gauge in his car was dropping rapidly. Just as he was getting frustrated, he saw a woman waving at him by the roadside. It was a single woman carrying a small handbag. Tom drove over and stopped in…
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The Extraordinary Adventures of A Gou

by Christopher Hall — In the bustling streets of New York, Tom, a laid – off man turned unlicensed taxi driver, is struggling to make ends meet. One day, when his fuel is running low and passengers are scarce, a mysterious woman flags him down. She utters a challenge, naming a destination that would make anyone’s jaw drop – Chicago! Tom, thinking it’s a joke, accepts. But when she readily pays the hefty fare, he realizes she’s serious. As if that weren’t enough, when Tom tries to back out, she pulls out a pistol. What will happen next on this terrifying cross – country journey? Are there any chances for Tom to escape this nightmare? Read on to find out!
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The back room on the third floor chapter 1

by Gregory Sandoval — Henry Stubben was born in New York, USA. He holds a Doctor of Literature degree and once won the "Top Ten Best Novelists in New York" award. *The Back Room on the Third Floor* is a work created by Henry in 1997. It is highly dramatic with a tortuous plot, truly an excellent piece. One evening, a young man went door to door ringing the bells. At the twelfth house, after the bell rang, Mrs. Purdy, the landlady, came to open the door. The young man asked if she had a room for rent. Mrs. Purdy said there…
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The back room on the third floor

by Gregory Sandoval — In the bustling city of New York, a young man with a heart full of love embarks on a desperate quest. He scours every corner of the city, from glitzy theaters to seedy music halls, all in search of his beloved Miss Kelly. When he stumbles upon a back room on the third floor, a faint yet unmistakable fragrance of osmanthus fills the air, a scent uniquely hers. Could this be the clue he’s been waiting for? But as he delves deeper, the truth seems to slip through his fingers. What secrets does this room hold? And will he ever find the woman he loves? Read on to uncover the tragic tale.
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A Chess Master chapter 2

by Samantha Hernandez — The two of them placed their pieces again while everyone held their breath. Only Dad's breathing was a bit heavy. Tom knew he was extremely nervous. Dad had brought his son here hoping to win some money, but it seemed that things were not going well tonight. How could he not be nervous? Tom began to regret boasting to his dad about his excellent chess skills! Fortunately for Tom, he won the eighth game. That meant they were tied after the first eight games, with neither side winning nor losing. At this…
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A Chess Master chapter 1

by Samantha Hernandez — After graduating from college, Tom returned to his hometown, a small county, in order to take better care of his frail and sick parents. Recently, he had just finished taking the civil service recruitment exam for the county tax bureau and was waiting for the results to be announced. Seeing Tom so confident, his dad was both happy and worried. One day after dinner, Dad said to Tom, "Tom, how's your chess skills these days?" Dad asked this question for a reason. Tom's hometown has been known as a chess -…
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