108 Results with the "Crime" genre


  • Into the Lion’s Den chapter 2 Cover
    by Susan Kent "Jack's Hotel" opened with great fanfare. Just as the firecrackers (replaced with something like confetti or a big opening ceremony noise - makers in the US context) were set off, Tom led two hooligans into the door and said, "I heard you made a fortune outside and came back to show off?" Jack said, "Thanks to your good luck, I've been doing okay outside these years! Brother, you're the kingpin in Harmonyville. This time I'm back to open a shop, and I'll rely on you to take care of me!" Then he filled a…
    Crime • Humor • Literary
  • Into the Lion’s Den chapter 1 Cover
    by Susan Kent This is a story that sounds a bit absurd. Harmonyville is a small town in the United States with beautiful scenery, like a paradise on earth. Since it was developed into a tourist area, many nearby villagers have come to the town to open restaurants and shops. However, not long after, the business couldn't be sustained. There was a hooligan in the town named Tom. Tom's brother was the deputy mayor. Relying on his brother's influence, Tom led a group of hooligans to pubs and shops every day, eating and…
    Crime • Humor • Literary
  • Into the Lion’s Den Cover
    by Susan Kent Have you ever wondered how a small – town bully can be brought to justice in a most unexpected way? In the idyllic yet troubled Harmonyville, a once – thriving tourist town has been reduced to a ghost town by a hooligan named Tom, who, with his brother as the deputy mayor, runs amok, forcing shop owners out of business. But then, enter Jack, a local villager back from the south with a bold plan. When Jack opens a grand hotel, little does Tom know that his free – loading days are numbered. A simple act of sending a drunk Tom to the hospital sets off a chain of events that will change the town forever. How does Jack turn the tables on Tom? And what kind of chaos will unfold in the town hospital? Read on to find out this thrilling and comical tale of revenge and justice.
    Crime • Humor • Literary
  • I’m a menu advisor chapter 4 Cover
    by Elizabeth Carter MD Everything happened so fast that I was on the verge of a mental breakdown. At this time, John grabbed a broken wine bottle and forced me into a corner. He seemed like a different person, glaring at me with blood - shot eyes and grinding his teeth. "You... you poisoned my wife!" I cowered in the corner, not daring to move. Besides being shocked, I was also extremely scared. I timidly pleaded, "How could I poison your wife? We have no grudges..." Just then, I suddenly saw a sly glint in John's eyes. I…
    Crime • Mystery • Thriller
  • I’m a menu advisor chapter 3 Cover
    by Elizabeth Carter MD Suddenly, the situation at the banquet took a turn for the worse. I was about to go over and ask when Lisa's face distorted. Sweat was pouring down, and she looked extremely painful. Then, Lisa gritted her teeth and started to twitch. John reached out his hand in panic, about to support his wife, but Lisa's body fell forward. Her upper body hit the table, knocking over the bowls and dishes. Then John shouted, "Lisa!" This shout was like throwing a handful of salt into a boiling oil pan. Immediately, it…
    Crime • Mystery • Thriller
  • I’m a menu advisor chapter 2 Cover
    by Elizabeth Carter MD Since I became famous, the hotel's business has been getting better and better. Many people come to dine here because of my reputation, hoping that the "famous master" can personally recommend dishes for them. The hotel seized this opportunity and launched many new dishes. One of them, "Cheese - fried Shrimp," was specially developed by me and the head chef in the kitchen. John loves shrimp very much. It's said that his wife is also crazy about shrimp. Their 20th wedding anniversary is on the 18th of next…
    Crime • Mystery • Thriller
  • I’m a menu advisor chapter 1 Cover
    by Elizabeth Carter MD I Met a Wealthy Boss I'm a "menu advisor." The four - star hotel where I work mainly serves Cantonese cuisine. Shrimp is our specialty, attracting numerous diners. One day, I was taking a break in an empty small lounge in the hotel when a middle - aged man in his forties came to me. He smiled and said, "I heard you're the most famous menu advisor here... I often entertain guests because of my business, and I've wasted a lot of money before." Saying this, he took out a business card and handed it to…
    Crime • Mystery • Thriller
  • I’m a menu advisor Cover
    by Elizabeth Carter MD Ever wondered what it’s like to be at the center of a high – stakes drama in the culinary world? Our protagonist, a talented “menu advisor” at a four – star Cantonese cuisine hotel, is about to have their life turned upside down. First, they impress a wealthy electrical appliance store owner, John Smith, by saving him a fortune on his banquet menus. The rewards roll in, and they become a star in the industry. But when it comes to John’s 20th wedding anniversary banquet, a seemingly delicious dish of “Cheese – fried Shrimp” sets off a chain of events that will leave you on the edge of your seat. What dark secrets are about to be unearthed? Read on to find out!
    Crime • Mystery • Thriller
  • Another thief breaks into the house chapter 2 Cover
    by Joshua Wallace After hearing what Lily said, David quickly checked the doors and windows. As a result, he found that everything was normal. The doors and windows were locked, and there were no signs of the anti - theft net being pulled open or pried. This was strange. Did the money fly away by itself? David thought about it all day but couldn't figure out how the money was lost. When he mentioned it again before going to bed at night, Lily suddenly slapped her thigh and said, "I don't think the money was stolen by a…
    Crime • Literary • Mystery
  • Another thief breaks into the house chapter 1 Cover
    by Joshua Wallace {{David had just moved into his new house for a few days when his cousin from his hometown came to him. The cousin said that he had just found a job in a company near David's house and had no place to stay temporarily, so he wanted to stay at David's house for a while. The new house had three bedrooms and two living - rooms, and they didn't have children. David couldn't find a reason to refuse, so he agreed. In the first few days, David and his wife got along well with the cousin. But just after a week,…
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