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- ### The Heart - Stopping Scene in the Mist After the masked men's attack, Jack decided to work at the newspaper. He thought that working alone made him feel insecure. Besides, "The New City Times" was a regular organization with a stable income. After he started working, he had outstanding performance. According to a survey, 70% of the readers bought "The New City Times" just to see Jack's news photos. They were addicted! There was a rumor in the newspaper that Jack would be promoted to the assistant of…
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- Tom was very puzzled. The city chemical plant was located in the western suburbs. The fire had occurred just 40 minutes ago. It was impossible for an ordinary citizen to know about it so quickly. The newspaper had only received the news 20 minutes ago, and the reporters sent there might still be on the way. But this unremarkable middle - aged man claimed to have brought photos! At Tom's repeated requests, Jack slowly took out a digital camera from his bag. When Tom saw the photos, he was stunned. My God!…
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- Newspapers usually report events that have already happened. However, there is such a newspaper that can report what will happen tomorrow. Fires, car accidents, robberies, homicides... It can tell you one day in advance. Isn't it strange? ### The Eerie Source of News One early morning, a middle - aged man walked into the office of "The New City Times". He introduced himself as Jack. He said he wanted to see the editor - in - chief and had important news photos to offer. The on - duty reporter, Tom,…
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The Game of Death
Imagine losing your job, then having a heated argument with your wife and storming out in a fit of rage. That’s exactly what happened to Tom. As he wandered aimlessly, he stumbled upon a man who seemed to have collapsed in an alley. Beside the man was a half – open password – protected suitcase filled with dazzling jewelry. Temptation got the better of him, and he snatched the suitcase and ran. But what if the man wasn’t actually dead? And what would happen when the police got involved? A thrilling and morally – charged tale is about to unfold.- 1.0 K • 2025/07/02
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The Game of Death chapter 2
"That's right, it's him!" "Do you think he's still alive?" "I'm sure he's alive!" "That's probably impossible," Captain Johnson closed his notebook. "When we found this man, he looked dead. There was no pulse, and his breathing had stopped. The doctor just examined him and confirmed his death. The cause of death was a heart attack. His body is now in the morgue, waiting to be cremated - so your worry is unfounded. Go home and have a good rest..." What? In the morgue, waiting to be cremated? Tom was…- 2.2 K • Completed
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The Game of Death chapter 1
After losing his job, Tom was extremely frustrated. One day, he had another argument with his wife. In a fit of anger, he stormed out of the house. After leaving home, he wandered aimlessly on the streets and unconsciously found himself in a small alley called Elmwood Lane. Suddenly, Tom saw a man in front of him stagger a few steps and then collapse to the ground. He rushed over and saw that it was a well - dressed middle - aged man, lying on his back with his mouth wide open, and there was a delicate…- 2.2 K • Completed
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A Decent Life
Imagine being on the brink of destitution, jobless and with only a meager $167.30 in savings. That’s the harsh reality Hyman faces as he’s coldly turned down for a job. But then, on a deserted street, fate takes an unexpected turn. He stumbles upon a wallet stuffed with a whopping $10,000! The temptation is overwhelming. What would you do in his shoes? As Hyman grapples with this moral dilemma, his decision sets off a chain of events that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Will his choice lead to fortune or disaster? Read on to find out!- 864 • 2025/07/02
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A Decent Life chapter 1
This story is adapted from the novel of the same name by P. E. Nickodette of the United States. One day, Hyman called the head of a company named Strey, hoping to get a job from him. But Strey coldly refused him. Seeing that he was on the verge of destitution, he made up his mind to withdraw all his savings from the bank: $167.30. Holding the thin stack of money, he shook his head helplessly. Walking on a deserted street, Hyman looked dejected. Suddenly, he seemed to be tripped by something. Looking…- 966 • Completed
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