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One’s life is about having the spirit to persevere. chapter 4

by Jennifer Doyle — As the woman shouted, Jack felt his heart beating faster and faster. Then, a man ran in from the back door of the store, shouting, "Is it really Uncle Jack? Is it really you?" Jack looked at the man and gasped. This was exactly his nephew Tommy, who he had executed himself five years ago. Jack felt a chill on his scalp, and the hairs on his body stood up. Tommy didn't look much different from five years ago, except that his face was pale, without a trace of blood, and he walked lightly, as if his feet…
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One’s life is about having the spirit to persevere. chapter 3

by Jennifer Doyle — A Strange Incident Jack shook his head as he thought about this. After a long time, the stagecoach finally arrived in Chicago. After getting off the coach, Jack had a hard time finding the place Tommy mentioned in the letter. It was a small grocery store in the west of the city, selling daily necessities. The store was not big but was tidy and clean. Jack stood outside the store for a long time. His legs felt as heavy as lead. He had never been so hesitant in his life. This matter was so strange that…
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One’s life is about having the spirit to persevere. chapter 2

by Jennifer Doyle — A Strange Plan Tommy was not a good boy. It was all because his parents had spoiled him when he was a child. When he grew up, he became a bully in the town, doing nothing but causing trouble. He made friends with some hooligans and always behaved arrogantly. As the saying goes, good deeds are rewarded and bad deeds are punished; if not now, then later. Five years ago, Tommy not only cheated people out of their money but also killed someone. He was arrested by the police and sentenced to death. Two…
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One’s life is about having the spirit to persevere. chapter 1

by Jennifer Doyle — A Strange Letter As the saying goes, "A man lives for his pride." There's a story behind this saying. In the late 19th - century in a small town in the Midwest of the United States, there was a man named Jack. He was known as "Brave Jack" because he had been bold since childhood. When Jack was twenty, recommended by someone, he became an executioner in the local sheriff's office. Although it wasn't a glorious job, it could support his family, so he had been doing it for more than thirty years. One…
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One’s life is about having the spirit to persevere.

by Jennifer Doyle — In the late 19th – century Midwest of the United States, there lived a man named Jack, an executioner with a long – standing reputation as “Brave Jack”. One day, while enjoying a simple life at home during a general amnesty, his wife rushes in waving a letter. The shock? It’s from his nephew Tommy, who died five years ago. Jack, ever the composed one, reads the letter that claims Tommy is married and has a son in Chicago. With his wife’s wild speculations, Jack decides to journey to Chicago. What awaits him there? Will he really find his “dead” nephew? The mystery is thick, and the adventure is about to unfold.
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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 Hand Reaching into the Vase chapter 1

by Katherine Morgan — This Vase Is Worth $2 Million There is an old city in the Midwest of the United States. It's not big, but it's quite famous. Firstly, there are many people into antique collection here. Secondly, there are a lot of people who are fond of cricket - fighting. Thirdly, there is a nationally - known antique appraiser named Jack. Jack is an outgoing and cheerful person, but recently he often frowns and looks worried. All this is because of his son, Tom. Since Jack's wife passed away, he has indulged 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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Happy holidays, Mom! chapter 3

by Sergio Brewer — The Gift Early on Mother's Day, Amy left quietly after leaving a note. She said she was grateful to her sisters, but her mom didn't need these things. Her home was in a remote area with bad roads, so they didn't need to go. The girls in the dorm were a bit disappointed after reading the note. After a discussion, they decided to go anyway. They knew the address, and they could also enjoy the rural scenery on the way. They set off right away. They quickly got on the bus, got off at the town where…
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Happy holidays, Mom! chapter 2

by Sergio Brewer — Selling Books The next day was Saturday. Amy got up very early. She carried the big carton full of books to the city's cultural square. She found a spot, took out the books one by one, and started shouting, "Five dollars each!" Many people were in the square. From time to time, someone would stop to take a look, but then shake their heads and leave. The whole morning passed quickly, and she hadn't sold a single book. In the afternoon, the number of people in the square gradually decreased. Amy hadn't…
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