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  • It smells good chapter 2 Cover
    by Carol Gibbs The little boy wriggled his body and just wouldn't take it. Jack said, "Uncle likes you, so this is specially for you. If you eat it, Uncle will be happy!" When the little boy heard what Jack said, his little face blossomed like a flower. He took the duck leg and gobbled it up. After eating, the little boy smacked his lips. Jack asked him, "Do you still want to eat?" The little boy shook his head and suddenly said something completely unexpected to Jack, "Uncle, the duck doesn't taste as good as it…
    Humor • Literary
  • The Case of the Matching Outfits Cover
    by Joshua Mora Life can take unexpected turns in the blink of an eye. Imagine being a hard – working secretary, well – liked in the company, when the boss’s wife returns from abroad and the office atmosphere turns tense. Then, during the Mid – Autumn Festival, a simple act of the boss offering a ride with cantaloupes leads to a misunderstanding that reaches the boss’s wife’s ears. And just when you think things can’t get more awkward, at a crucial company celebration dinner, a fashion faux – pas occurs. What could possibly happen when you “dress the same” as the boss’s wife? Read on to discover how this secretary turns a potentially disastrous situation into a new friendship.
    Humor • Literary
  • The Case of the Matching Outfits chapter 1 Cover
    by Joshua Mora The horizon of life broadens with the sparks of wisdom that burst forth from the soul... I'm a secretary in the company. I'm female, and I work diligently. I'm highly regarded by the boss, and I also have a good relationship with my colleagues. However, when the boss's wife returned from abroad, the situation in the company suddenly became tense... During the Mid - Autumn Festival, the company gave each employee two large boxes of cantaloupes. I was happy, but I couldn't carry them! Just as I was…
    Humor • Literary
  • The Case of the Matching Outfits chapter 2 Cover
    by Joshua Mora It turned out that I had "dressed the same" as Lisa! Under everyone's gaze, my face started to burn. Although the quality of my clothes was a bit worse than Lisa's, the style and color were exactly the same. Lisa's face looked a bit ugly, and there was a moment of awkwardness at the scene. After the dinner started, at Jack's suggestion, everyone began to toast each other. Since I had more business exchanges with some major clients, I picked up my glass and went to Jack's table to offer a toast. When it…
    Humor • Literary
  • 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
  • The Specimen of Merits chapter 1 Cover
    by Heather Bailey {{The Pain of a Meritorious Police Dog   Tom is a police dog trainer. The dog he trains is called "Max", a majestic pure - bred German dog. One day, Tom received an urgent order and took Max to carry out a mission. When they arrived at the crime scene, the gangster was holding a hostage and confronting the police with a gun. The suspect had a dozen lives on his back and was a fierce character wanted by the police for many years. Seeing that escape was hopeless, he was ready to fight the police to…
    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
  • It smells good Cover
    by Carol Gibbs Have you ever wondered how a struggling business can make a remarkable turnaround? Picture this: Jack, a newly unemployed man, and his wife pour their heart and soul into opening a roast duck shop. At first, success seems within reach as the cash rolls in. But then, in a cruel twist, business takes a nosedive. Jack tries every trick in the book to bring customers back, all to no avail. Just when things seem hopeless, a chance encounter with a little boy sets off a chain of events that could change everything. What did this innocent child say that sparked a transformation? Dive in to find out!
    Humor • Literary
  • The Fingerprints on the Wall Cover
    by Nicole Diaz Newly settled in a New York home, a simple discovery by the narrator’s daughter sets off an extraordinary chain of events. A tiny fingerprint on the wall becomes the starting point of a heart – warming journey. As the daughter shows curiosity about the painter, her kind – hearted nature leads to a series of selfless acts. Will the painter accept their gifts? And what unexpected turns will this encounter take? Join us as we explore this touching tale of kindness, respect, and the lasting mark left by a simple fingerprint.
    Humor • Literary
  • The Fingerprints on the Wall chapter 1 Cover
    by Nicole Diaz We had just moved into our new home in New York when my daughter, like she'd discovered a new world, excitedly told me, "Dad, I saw a finger on the wall!" I didn't believe such a strange thing could happen. I quickly followed my daughter into the room to check. What she pointed out to me was actually a fingerprint. This fingerprint on the white wall was like a leaf floating in the ocean, hardly noticeable. It was amazing that my daughter had spotted it. My daughter asked whose fingerprint it was. I said…
    Humor • Literary
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