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Escape like a cicada sloughing its skin

by James Hatfield — Imagine being a career thief like Gina, used to a life of freedom and theft, suddenly facing a ten – year prison sentence. It’s a nightmare! But Gina is no ordinary inmate. She sets her sights on an old prison logistics worker, Budi, who makes coffins for the inmates. When Budi gets a letter about his medical insurance, Gina seizes the opportunity. She lies to him, then offers a deal: help her escape, and she’ll pay for his eye treatment. As the plan unfolds and the fateful bell rings, Gina crawls into a coffin with a body. But what awaits her in the grave? A shocking twist that will leave you breathless!
1. Escape like a cicada sloughing its skin chapter 1
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Crime • Literary • Thriller
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Escape like a cicada sloughing its skin chapter 1

by James Hatfield — A Career Thief Plans Her Escape Gina was a career thief who had stolen countless valuable items. However, this time she made a mistake and was sent back to prison. Unlike previous detentions that only lasted a few months, she was sentenced to ten years. Upon hearing the news, Gina almost went crazy. She was used to a free and unrestrained life, and this heavy sentence was more painful than a death sentence to her! But Gina was shrewd. In the first few months of her imprisonment, besides the labor -…
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Escape like a cicada sloughing its skin chapter 2

by James Hatfield — Gina secretly laughed to herself. Old Budi had fallen into her trap. In fact, the letter stated that the government was going to cover the cost of old Budi's treatment and apologized for the long delay in replying. But when reading the letter, Gina suddenly came up with a plan to use old Budi to escape. Then, Gina pretended to comfort old Budi, saying a lot of soothing words and scolding the government for being heartless. Then she changed the subject and whispered in old Budi's ear, "I can help you cure…
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by James Hatfield — The Moment of Fright Old Budi wiped the tears from the corners of his eyes and said, "I still don't understand what you mean." "As long as I can get out of here, your medical expenses will be taken care of. But the premise is that you have to help me escape." Old Budi asked in surprise, "You mean you want me to help you break out of prison?" "Listen, it's quite easy for you. If someone dies, I'll hide in the coffin with the body and be buried with it. Then you'll dig me out of the grave.…
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The Old Man Fang Yu on the Balcony

by Miguel Wilson — In the bustling world of software development, Tom seemed to have it all after landing a great job straight out of college. But lately, he’s been on edge. While his friends and colleagues flaunt exotic pets, he has none. Then, an idea strikes when his cousin calls about a newborn calf. Tom brings the calf, named Yellow, into his 17 – story apartment, defying the no – pet rule. As he shows off his unique pet to colleagues, a prediction of failure looms. How will Tom navigate the challenges of raising a calf in the city? And what will happen when the calf grows too big? Read on to find out!
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The Old Man Fang Yu on the Balcony chapter 1

by Miguel Wilson — After graduating from college, Tom landed a job at a software development company, a highly enviable career. However, lately, Tom has been in a hurry. What's he worried about? His friends and colleagues have all started raising pets. Persian cats, miniature dogs, parrots, and mynas are no longer rare. Some people are even raising spotted pigs, blue - striped snakes, certain frog species, and tiger - toothed fish. It's said that a buddy even ordered a shark online! And he has nothing. Can you blame Tom for…
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The Old Man Fang Yu on the Balcony chapter 2

by Miguel Wilson — It turned out that the calf had been cooped up in the dark little room and couldn't stand it anymore. Finally, it broke through the door and rushed out. When it reached the balcony, it saw the bright outside world, and the air was filled with the smell of the grass it missed so much. It was extremely happy and couldn't help raising its head and mooing. It had no idea that its mooing had startled the whole city. Tom was in a panic when he saw his beloved pet exposed in public. He pleaded with the police…
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{{Extraordinary Vow}}

by David Erickson — Imagine being on cloud nine, planning your wedding with the love of your life, only to have a doctor shatter your dreams with a death sentence. That’s exactly what happened to Harris. Just as he and Karen were about to tie the knot, he was diagnosed with advanced – stage cancer. Karen left him, but then the so – called cancer vanished. He found new love in Daisy, only to be hit with an AIDS diagnosis and lose his job. Abandoned again, he’s at rock – bottom. But then, a gypsy witch doctor says he’s healthy. What’s going on? And what vow is haunting him? Dive into this roller – coaster of a story to find out!
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Fantasy • Humor • Romance
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