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An Old Grudge chapter 1

by Timothy Dudley — Recently, a robbery took place in Grizz Town. Taking advantage of the night, the bandit shot and killed the bank's money escort, snatched $1.5 million, and then fled. Officers Phil and Hill from the town police station were ordered to investigate the case. At the moment, Phil and Hill were interrogating a young man named Tom. Coincidentally, Tom was their middle - school classmate. In middle school, Tom was the butt of their jokes. Once, they even took off his underwear and hung it on the school…
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A Section of Hollow Wood chapter 3

by Ronald Dominguez — The others quickly smiled apologetically and dragged Tom out to prevent him from saying more offensive things. The group was still not willing to accept this result, so they went to several other gold shops for appraisals. Finally, they were sure that the gold bar was indeed fake. On the way home, Tom and his friends were dejected and walked with heavy steps. Just as they were about to reach home, Tom, the only one with a mobile phone, received a call from his wife. His wife quietly told them not to go…
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A Section of Hollow Wood

by Ronald Dominguez — Have you ever had a dream of sudden wealth that turned into a nightmare? In a small rural area outside Chicago, a man named Tom and six other villagers set off on a seemingly ordinary job – hunting trip to the city. Little did they know that this journey would lead them on a wild roller – coaster ride of fortune and despair. While demolishing an old house, they stumble upon what appears to be a fortune of twenty – two gold bars. Their hearts race with excitement as they imagine a life of luxury. But when they try to cash in on their newfound wealth, a shocking revelation awaits. What could possibly go wrong? And how will this turn of events shatter their dreams? Read on to uncover this thrilling tale of greed, luck, and disappointment.
1. A Section of Hollow Wood chapter 1
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A Section of Hollow Wood chapter 2

by Ronald Dominguez — Facing this unexpected fortune, everyone's faces turned red with excitement, and the atmosphere in the kitchen became even more lively. Tom distributed the gold bars to the other six people, three for each, and kept four for himself. Everyone agreed with this distribution. After dividing the gold bars, they began to look forward to a better future. According to the market price, one gram of gold was one hundred and fifty dollars. Each person had one thousand five hundred grams, which was equivalent to…
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A Section of Hollow Wood chapter 1

by Ronald Dominguez — This is not a dream. It's more real than the "Dream of Nanke." It really happened and then really shattered. When it shatters, you have to watch carefully... A man named Tom, who lived in a rural area outside of Chicago, took advantage of the slack farming season and invited six other men from the village to go to the city to find work. The seven of them rode their bicycles in a grand procession into Chicago. Each of them had a small wooden sign hanging on the front of their bikes, which read…
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Into the Lion’s Den

by Susan Kent — Have you ever wondered how a small – town bully can be brought to justice in a most unexpected way? In the idyllic yet troubled Harmonyville, a once – thriving tourist town has been reduced to a ghost town by a hooligan named Tom, who, with his brother as the deputy mayor, runs amok, forcing shop owners out of business. But then, enter Jack, a local villager back from the south with a bold plan. When Jack opens a grand hotel, little does Tom know that his free – loading days are numbered. A simple act of sending a drunk Tom to the hospital sets off a chain of events that will change the town forever. How does Jack turn the tables on Tom? And what kind of chaos will unfold in the town hospital? Read on to find out this thrilling and comical tale of revenge and justice.
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Into the Lion’s Den chapter 2

by Susan Kent — "Jack's Hotel" opened with great fanfare. Just as the firecrackers (replaced with something like confetti or a big opening ceremony noise - makers in the US context) were set off, Tom led two hooligans into the door and said, "I heard you made a fortune outside and came back to show off?" Jack said, "Thanks to your good luck, I've been doing okay outside these years! Brother, you're the kingpin in Harmonyville. This time I'm back to open a shop, and I'll rely on you to take care of me!" Then he filled a…
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Into the Lion’s Den chapter 1

by Susan Kent — This is a story that sounds a bit absurd. Harmonyville is a small town in the United States with beautiful scenery, like a paradise on earth. Since it was developed into a tourist area, many nearby villagers have come to the town to open restaurants and shops. However, not long after, the business couldn't be sustained. There was a hooligan in the town named Tom. Tom's brother was the deputy mayor. Relying on his brother's influence, Tom led a group of hooligans to pubs and shops every day, eating and…
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Take Me Home, Country Roads

by David Ramirez — In the small town of Goiás, young Shival yearned for the big city, defying his wealthy farmer father’s wishes and running away to Natal. Life there was tough, and he ended up in a theft gang. During the annual carnival, the gang targeted the city museum’s famous paintings. Shival carried out the heist, but just as they were about to succeed, a masked man suddenly appeared and started smashing a painting. Shival shot him dead. Little did he know that this fateful act would lead to a heart – wrenching revelation that would shatter his world. What could this revelation be? Read on to find out this tragic tale.
1. Take Me Home, Country Roads chapter 1
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Take Me Home, Country Roads chapter 2

by David Ramirez — Shival caught a ride. The song "Take Me Home, Country Roads" was playing repeatedly in the car. The sad melody made him feel a pang of sadness. Yes, home was the best. Thinking of his father's dissuasion back then, he felt extremely regretful. But it was too late now. Would his father forgive him? How was his father doing now? After a day - and - night journey, the car finally stopped in the small town. The town was still as quiet and peaceful as it was many years ago when he left home. Shival…
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