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The Wealth in the Old Well chapter 2

by Shawn Barnett — Jim frowned, snorted, and walked away with a cigarette in his mouth... The people around the well gradually left, but Linda's heart couldn't calm down. She dusted off the mud on her body and walked straight to Old Tom's house. When she opened the door, the argument inside suddenly stopped. At the dining table, Old Tom was holding a cup of coffee and lowering his head, while Jim was squinting and smoking. The two of them were staring at each other. Linda got straight to the point. "Old Tom, don't be…
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by Shawn Barnett — Old Tom is the head of the villagers in a small town called Rockdale. Being the head here is no easy job. You see, there are two major family names in this town, the Johnsons and the Smiths. These two families are always competing with each other, and poor Old Tom, being from a small family, gets caught in the middle and suffers from both sides! Lately, he's been going out early and coming back late, avoiding everyone. No one knows what he's been up to. One day, before dawn, Old Tom slipped out of his…
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by Shawn Barnett — In the small town of Rockdale, a long – standing feud between the Johnsons and the Smiths has turned life into a constant tug – of – war for poor Old Tom, the village head. Amid a severe drought and a water – shortage crisis, the simple task of cleaning the well has become a battleground. Enter Linda Johnson, a widow struggling to raise her son and pay for his college tuition. When she bids for the well – cleaning job, little does she know that a hidden surprise awaits at the bottom of the well. And what unfolds after that? A discovery that will shatter long – held secrets and change the town’s dynamics forever. Dive in to uncover this thrilling tale of mystery, guilt, and redemption!
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Land Speculation chapter 1

by Meredith Wilson — John had a passion for collecting antiques. He was always on the move, spending his free time exploring remote rural areas in the United States, searching for treasures he loved. This hobby was often referred to as "scouring the countryside" in the collector's circle. Over the decades, through this method, John had amassed more than three hundred pieces of collectibles. Among them, a gold - inlaid copper incense burner worth seven figures was his most prized possession. Gradually, he gained a reputation in…
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by Meredith Wilson — From then on, John actively befriended Tom. He often invited Tom to his home, showing him his collection, hoping to get some more benefits from this wealthy young man. Tom, on the other hand, seemed to gradually develop an interest in collecting. Every time John showed him an item, Tom would praise it and gently stroke it, looking extremely fond of it. At such moments, John would be so proud that he could hardly contain himself. He couldn't help but tell Tom how he had "scoured the countryside" to find…
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by Meredith Wilson — Have you ever had a once – in – a – lifetime opportunity to turn a small investment into a fortune? John, an antique collector with a penchant for scouring the countryside, thought he did. One day at the New York antique market, he snagged a jade token at a bargain. But then, a young man named Tom appeared, desperate to buy it at an exorbitant price. After learning Tom’s sob – story, John sold it. Little did he know this was just the start of a wild ride. Soon, a seemingly innocent exchange offer would lead to a shocking revelation that would shatter his world. Dive in to discover how John’s greed leads him down a treacherous path!
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Perilous Situations Everywhere chapter 4

by James Mcmillan — Fighting with Flesh and Blood The three of them were greatly shocked. There were no weapons in the car to deal with the leopard. There was nothing they could do but wait for the leopard to leave before getting out of the car to refuel. But the leopard seemed determined. It lay beside the car, waiting for the three people in the car like a hunter waiting for its prey. The sun had risen higher, and it started to get hot inside the car. Soon, the three of them were sweating profusely. But the damned…
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Perilous Situations Everywhere chapter 3

by James Mcmillan — Encountering a Leopard Soon, Celis painfully got up from the ground, got into his car and chased after her. In order to shake off Celis, Barbara turned off the headlights, stepped on the accelerator, then made a sharp turn, drove around a sand dune and headed back. She stopped the car behind a large sand dune, turned off the engine. Celis chased up. Not seeing Barbara anywhere, he started to circle around. After circling for a while, he continued to chase forward. Only then did Barbara heave a…
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by James Mcmillan — Barbara said seriously, "But I don't love you. Why do you have to force me?" "Barbara, I really love you! Otherwise, you... you spend a night with me..." Celis's eyes were shifty as he sized Barbara up and down. Barbara didn't expect him to make such a request at this time. She said angrily, "Don't have such wild fantasies!" After saying that, she turned around and walked away. But unexpectedly, Celis hugged her from behind. Barbara was both shocked and angry and screamed crazily. Jiang Ran in the…
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by James Mcmillan — The Man-Eating Quagmire in the Desert In the northern part of Botswana, there are many tribes. Due to their remoteness and backwardness, there are no doctors or hospitals in the tribes. There is a young Chinese doctor named Jiang Ran in the town hospital. He often travels a long distance to the tribes to treat patients. He came to Africa as a volunteer, and his capable assistant, Nurse Barbara, is a beautiful African girl. The two have been in love for a long time. One evening, after treating the…
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