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Paying Attention to Propriety chapter 1

by Sara James — When the freshmen entered the university, eight girls moved into Room 302. That night, after everyone reported their birthdays, they were ranked from the eldest sister to the eighth sister, even though they were all of the same age. Not long after, the father of the eldest sister, Linda, came to see his daughter and brought in a fruit box. When opened, there were sixteen huge and bright red apples on the table. Each apple weighed about half a pound and was extremely uniform in size. Linda quickly…
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by Sara James — Step into the lively world of Room 302, where eight freshman girls have just embarked on their college journey. From the very start, they’re showered with extraordinary gifts from their parents. Linda’s dad brings apples with engraved words, Emily’s mom knits perfect sweaters, and Sarah’s family sends stylish handbags. But amidst all this extravagance, there’s one girl, Tracy, who seems to blend into the background. What special surprise does she have in store? And how will it change the dynamics of this close – knit group? Prepare to be moved as you uncover the heartwarming truth.
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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 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 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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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.
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Searching for Love in Movies chapter 3

by Carlos Drake — Two days later, an article titled "Save Jerry, a Poor Prisoner of War, and His Mother" appeared on the front page of a local Mexican newspaper. There was also a photo of Marianne in the newspaper. She was sitting pitifully in the room, staring blankly ahead. The news caused a sensation in the whole city. Driven by the media, public opinion formed a huge voice: "Help this great mother from the United States." Soon, this news was reprinted by national Mexican newspapers, and some even spread to the United…
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Searching for Love in Movies chapter 2

by Carlos Drake — War makes everything hard to recover. Theresa and her husband came back from their vacation. Although Marianne kept it a secret, Theresa still noticed something strange. Theresa secretly looked into her sister's luggage bag. There were maps of dozens of Mexican cities in it, and all the places with cinemas were circled in red. Theresa told her husband about her doubts. Her husband was a journalist. The couple decided to contact their brother - in - law in the United States. Theresa soon learned about…
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Searching for Love in Movies chapter 1

by Carlos Drake — Child, turn around quickly! Since Jerry, Marianne's son, went to the Vietnam War, she had been growing older day by day. Jerry had just turned twenty this year. As soon as he joined the army, the Vietnam War broke out, and he went to Vietnam with his troops. At first, Jerry still sent letters from time to time, but five months ago, he suddenly disappeared without a trace. To help Marianne pass the time and prevent her from constantly thinking about Jerry and that damned war, her husband would…
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