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  • An Unforgettable Return chapter 2 Cover
    by Margaret Olson He Knew Who Set the Fire We finished work early today. The teacher told us that we were going to a meeting in the church. When we got there, it was already full of people. Suddenly, I saw Tom standing on the stage in the front, with his arms hanging straight down. A naive thought popped into my head: Could it be that today they specially invited him to tell stories to everyone? The more I thought about it, the more excited I became. At this time, a man on the stage raised his hand and shouted slogans:…
  • The Specimen of Merits Cover
    by Heather Bailey In the world of law enforcement, there are unsung heroes beyond human officers. Picture a valiant police dog named Max, a pure – bred German dog with a heart of gold and a fierce spirit. When faced with a ruthless gangster holding a hostage at gunpoint, Max springs into action, a blur of courage and skill. It seizes the moment, disarms the criminal, and saves the day, earning the title of “Meritorious Police Dog”. But beneath the glory lies a hidden pain. And then, a cruel fate awaits Max. What will happen to this heroic canine? And how will its trainer, Tom, fight for its dignity? Dive into this heart – wrenching tale now.
    Crime • Historical • Literary
  • An Unforgettable Return Cover
    by Margaret Olson In the early 1970s, a young student named Jack embarked on an autumn – harvest trip to a remote mountain farm. One night, in an old church, a laborer named Tom began to tell the enchanting tale of “Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves”. Jack was transported to a world of mystery and wonder, but the night – patrolling guards interrupted. The next day, Tom was unjustly targeted at a meeting. Jack, filled with anger, set the pigsty on fire to save him. Months later, Tom shows up at school, his hand clutching his chest. What’s hidden in his grasp? And what will be the final outcome of this intertwined story? Dive in to find out.
  • 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
  • The Daughter’s Final Entrustment chapter 3 Cover
    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 Cover
    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,…
    Crime • Literary
  • The Daughter’s Final Entrustment chapter 1 Cover
    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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  • The Daughter’s Final Entrustment Cover
    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.
    Crime • Literary
  • The Specimen of Merits chapter 3 Cover
    by Heather Bailey   The experts said that Max's tooth should be filled while it was still alive, otherwise the effect would not be good. So Tom walked unsteadily and led Max to the hospital. As soon as he saw the veterinarian in a white coat holding an anesthetic needle, his tears welled up again. He couldn't bear to watch Max being anesthetized, so he suddenly turned around and rushed out of the hospital with a runny nose and tears...   As the experts said, the effect of making the specimen from a live dog was…
    Crime • Historical • Literary
  • The Specimen of Merits chapter 2 Cover
    by Heather Bailey   The End of Officer Tom   One day, Tom received a call from his unit, asking him to take Max back to the police station because there was something important. When Tom rushed back to the station in a hurry, he learned that the newly - built police museum needed a police dog specimen. To ensure the specimen's authenticity, it would be made from a live dog. That is to say, the dog would be made into a specimen after being anesthetized. Naturally, that dog was Max!   After hearing this, Tom…
    Crime • Historical • Literary
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