186 Results with the "Crime" genre


  • The Filial Monkey chapter 2 Cover
    by Jennifer Jackson Back at his shelter, Jack couldn't sleep. The next day, he asked an old man in the town about the cave on Eagle Rock. The old man told him that the cave was an ancient burial site. Legend had it that a long time ago, there was a famous senator from this area. After his death, people built a path on the mountain to place his coffin in the cave. To prevent grave - robbers, they shaped the entrance of the cave like a narrow ledge and then destroyed the path. So, even the most skilled thieves couldn't get…
  • The Filial Monkey chapter 1 Cover
    by Jennifer Jackson A Gold Ring Popped Out of the Cave In the late 19th - century America, a drifter named Jack wandered to a small town near the Colorado River in Arizona. He set up a makeshift shelter in a grove of trees on the east side of the town and made a living by doing odd jobs like pulling small boats along the river. He kept to himself, and since he had an out - of - town accent, the locals simply called him "the drifter". One day, while Jack was pulling a small boat alone along the river, he reached a place…
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    by Jennifer Jackson In the late 19th – century America, a mysterious drifter named Jack arrives in a small Arizona town near the Colorado River. One fateful day by the river, a shiny gold ring tumbles from a bird’s beak right at his feet, sparking a chain of events that will change his life forever. The ring leads him to an ancient burial cave on Eagle Rock, filled with the promise of untold treasures. But how will he access the cave? And what lengths will he go to get his hands on the riches? With monkeys, danger, and a web of secrets, this tale is a thrilling ride you won’t want to miss.
  • The Extraordinary Adventures of A Gou chapter 2 Cover
    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…
    Crime • Humor • Thriller
  • The Extraordinary Adventures of A Gou chapter 1 Cover
    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…
    Crime • Humor • Thriller
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    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!
    Crime • Humor • Thriller
  • The Eldest Sister Shows Her Might chapter 2 Cover
    by John Benitez Nina stood there like a statue, with her mouth half-open. It was only then that she noticed the dagger in the man's hand. Suddenly, she had a thought and asked in shock, "Just now, did you shout 'Robbery', not 'Ma'am'?" When the man saw that she finally calmed down, he was relieved and became more assertive. "Of course! When I'm robbing, why would I be polite?" Right then, the neighbors were about to take the man to the police station and invited Nina to go with them. They all gave her a thumbs up…
    Crime • Humor
  • The Eldest Sister Shows Her Might chapter 1 Cover
    by John Benitez Thirty-five-year-old Nina's favorite place to go is the beauty salon. But one afternoon when she went there for a beauty treatment, she got really annoyed. A new young girl had started working at the beauty salon the day before. She didn't recognize Nina. When Nina pushed the door open and came in, the girl said, "Welcome!" That was okay, but then she added, "Come in, ma'am." Nina's face flushed as if she'd been punched. She glared at the girl angrily and asked, "What did you call me?" The girl was…
    Crime • Humor
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    by John Benitez Thirty – five – year – old Nina adores the beauty salon, but one fateful afternoon, her visit turns into a nightmare of irritation. A young newbie at the salon calls her “ma’am,” setting off a storm of anger. After the treatment, a construction worker’s misstep with the title further fuels her rage. On her way home, a bearded man’s repeated “ma’am” sends her over the edge, leading to a wild confrontation. But what unfolds next is a jaw – dropping twist that will leave you eager to find out how this roller – coaster of a story ends.
    Crime • Humor
  • The Daughter’s Final Entrustment chapter 4 Cover
    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…
    Crime • Literary
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