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  • Watching TV Together chapter 2 Cover
    by Mr. Christopher Rivera ### Where Did the Sound Come From? It was drizzling outside. Jack, still in a state of shock, filled his stomach on the street and then quickly went back to his room. His mind was constantly occupied by what Mr. Brown had said. He casually turned on the TV again. There was a police - and - bandit movie on. The police were in hot pursuit of a fugitive in a high - speed car chase. As the car was crossing an iron - cable bridge, it suddenly flipped over and plunged into a bottomless cliff. "Ah!" A chorus of…
    Horror • Literary • Mystery
  • Watching TV Together chapter 1 Cover
    by Mr. Christopher Rivera ### Hallucinations in the Middle of the Night There was a tall and big middle - aged man named Jack. He used to be a driver in a state - owned company. After being laid off, he was introduced to a trading company in a neighboring small town to drive a truck. When Jack first arrived in the small town, he didn't have many friends, and his wife and kids were not around. So every day after work, when he got back to his rented room and finished dinner, he felt extremely bored. After some thought, he decided…
    Horror • Literary • Mystery
  • Watching TV Together Cover
    by Mr. Christopher Rivera Imagine coming home after a long day, turning on the TV, and then having a series of inexplicable events unfold. That’s exactly what happened to Jack, a laid – off driver now working in a small town. After buying a second – hand TV from a bus station auction, strange things start to occur. One night, he has a terrifying hallucination of strangers vanishing. His neighbor claims there were people in his room watching TV quietly. And then, mysterious screams and objects breaking on their own. What’s behind these spooky happenings? Is it really related to the TV? Dive into this eerie tale to find out!
    Horror • Literary • Mystery
  • {{Pet Therapy}} chapter 1 Cover
    by Clifford Mosley After graduating from college, Tom headed south to California in search of fortune. After months of struggling, he hit a dead end and was on the verge of not being able to afford meals. One day, as he was walking glumly on his way to the job fair, suddenly there was a "splat" sound from above, and something rolled down and stopped right in front of him. Tom took a closer look and found it was a little turtle curled up. For some unknown reason, it had been thrown down from an upper - floor window. There was…
    Crime • Humor • Literary
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    by Clifford Mosley Ever wondered how a down – on – his – luck college graduate turned his fortune around? Tom, after months of fruitless job – hunting in California and on the verge of hunger, stumbles upon a little turtle that falls from above. This seemingly ordinary turtle leads to a chain of extraordinary events. First, it catches the attention of an old man, and Tom makes a quick buck. Then, it sparks an idea for an alternative pet store. But the real drama unfolds when a desperate boss asks for pet therapy for his mentally – ill wife. What kind of pet could possibly cure her? And what unexpected twists await? Dive in to find out!
    Crime • Humor • Literary
  • The Old Man Fang Yu on the Balcony chapter 2 Cover
    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…
    Humor • Literary • Urban
  • The Old Man Fang Yu on the Balcony chapter 1 Cover
    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…
    Humor • Literary • Urban
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    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!
    Humor • Literary • Urban
  • Strange Exam Questions chapter 2 Cover
    by Shelby Medina Just when I was starting to lose hope, a young man who looked ordinary and honest launched a passionate love offensive towards me. His name was Tim. His family had no special background, but he had a smooth career in politics. It was said that he was very capable. He was gentle, considerate, and attentive. He was very patient with me. Under his gentle pursuit, I was moved and decided to bring him home. One day, Tim came to my house with a briefcase as promised. Sure enough, Dad asked him to go and buy a…
    Humor • Literary • Romance
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    by Shelby Medina I'm a gentle and only child girl. I'm not sure if it's because I look okay or for other reasons, but anyway, there are many guys pursuing me. Facing so many suitors, I was a bit indecisive, so I decided to let my dad help me choose. I've always admired my dad. He has a really sharp eye. Otherwise, I wouldn't have given him such an important task. One day, I seriously put forward my request. Dad seemed very happy and amiably gave two suggestions: First, I should make my own decisions about love and…
    Humor • Literary • Romance
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