Desperation – short bedtime stories

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The Daughter’s Final Entrustment

by Karl Pratt — Two years after his wife’s passing, Mr. Johnson found solace in living with his high – achieving daughter Lily. But fate dealt a cruel blow when Lily was diagnosed with a serious heart disease, just like her mother. With his savings quickly depleting and the hospital bills piling up, Mr. Johnson remembered the money owed to him by the butcher, Tom. What follows is a heart – wrenching struggle as he tries to get the money back. Will he be able to save his daughter? And what unexpected turn of events awaits him? Dive into this emotional tale to find out.
1. The Daughter’s Final Entrustment chapter 1
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2. The Daughter’s Final Entrustment chapter 2
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3. The Daughter’s Final Entrustment chapter 3
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The Daughter’s Final Entrustment chapter 3

by Karl Pratt — Mr. Johnson didn't dare to leave. He waited hungrily until 2 p.m. His throat was so dry that it was about to smoke. Finally, he waited until Tom sold the last piece of meat. He forced a smile and stepped forward, waiting for Tom to give him the money. But Tom said angrily, "I'm going to use this money to buy pigs today. Come back next month." After waiting for so long, was this all he got? Tom's pocket was bulging. Could he really be short of $800? Hadn't he given Mr. Johnson enough trouble for this…
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The Daughter’s Final Entrustment chapter 4

by Karl Pratt — Dad: You shouldn't have broken the law. It's all my fault. Now, don't think too much. You must reform well and try to come home early. Find another wife and live a good life for a few years. You must promise me, or I won't rest in peace. Dad, if there's an afterlife, I still want to be your daughter. Really... Before finishing reading the letter, Mr. Johnson burst into tears, "Lily, my poor…
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The Daughter’s Final Entrustment chapter 2

by Karl Pratt — Just when Mr. Johnson was at his wit's end for money, he suddenly slapped his thigh and remembered that the butcher, Tom, still owed him more than $800. Before Christmas, Tom came to his farm to buy pigs but didn't pay, saying he'd pay after the harvest season. Mr. Johnson thought that Lily's tuition wasn't due until then, so he agreed. Now, it was the perfect time to get that money back to save his daughter. Thinking of this, Mr. Johnson quickly settled Lily in the hospital. Without even having a meal,…
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The Daughter’s Final Entrustment chapter 1

by Karl Pratt — Two years ago, after his wife passed away due to illness, Mr. Johnson started living with his daughter Lily. Lily was a high - achieving high school student in the nearby town. Although their life was tough, they still found some joy in it. However, one day, Lily suddenly fainted in class. After a check - up at the hospital, it turned out that she, just like her mother, had a serious heart disease. Upon hearing this news, Mr. Johnson aged ten years overnight. Lily was the apple of his eye, and he was…
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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!
1. The Extraordinary Adventures of A Gou chapter 1
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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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