《The Best Kept Secret》Prologue
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Somewhere in the universe, far away from prying eyes, a game of weiqi was being played. The atmosphere was serene, and a low table was set, the pieces were being placed. A tranquil and stunning scenery surrounded the players. A cool breeze was blowing, spring was about to start. A pot of tea was brewing nearby, and the smell of frankincense incense was filling the air. It was an epitome day for an ideal plan. The setting was perfect. An eccentric conversation was developing between two individuals in the middle of their game without breaking out their concentration.
Male voice: "Have you decided yet?" while he placed his black piece on the game table.
Female voice: "I would like to make it a bit more interesting." Hmm... are you up for a challenge?" Her eyes were enthusiastic while contemplating her next move.
Male voice: "More challenging than already is? Sure, I'm always up for a challenge! I enjoy your kinky schemes. What do you have in mind?" He holds his piece in his hand while looking at her face.
Female voice: She broadly smiled, knowing that he will adhere to her plan. She then proceeded to place her white piece on the game board while declaring a victory.... great game by the way!
Male voice: "I was distracted" he frowned. "Let's discuss in detail what fiddly scheme you have in mind."
Female voice: "Oh? Fiddly you say? I will not call it like that, but then.... secrets are made to be discovered.
They smiled at each other contemplating their next mission while sharing their thoughts about it. Excitement was in the air.
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From Chief to the Emperor (Rewrite)
A university student has passed through to the prehistoric period; will history still evolve along the original trajectory? In this ancient wasteland of ruthlessness and bloodshed, Edward armed with his imagination and human knowledge of the 21st century is out there to lead his small tribe into creating an empire for generations to remember. From introducing fire, the secrets of the soil, and aspirin to launching the savage cave fashion show. But against him stands his savage rivals, ferocious beasts and hundreds of barbaric ethnic groups. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The artwork is not mine so if the creator wants it taken down at any time then it shall be done. This is a rewrite of my story after a hiatus. It's done in order to perfect the story. My first work had major grammar mistakes. I hope you may enjoy my work.
8 214Gamer wars
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8 215Dead Circus
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8 119After the Long Burn
After the longest exodus in human history, a terrible accident threatens to turn the salvation of humanity into its most desperate struggle for survival. From the ashes of calamity rises a new human story. A frustrated scientist dedicates her life to recreating the Earth in alien soil, while another is gunned down for his sin and sets off a chain of events culminating in a desperate escape across the void for an opportunity at redemption. Around a distant moon a deep space miner stumbles onto a secret, the key to which lies buried inside his own tortured mind. After the Long Burn is an anthology of short science fiction stories set in the distant Ionad System. Author's Note: I thought I might try something a little different with this story. Rather than one story, it is six stories of varying length, each taking a slightly different perspective to tell a larger story. Some are more actioney, others more cerebral but I hope there will be something for everyone. Stories over 7000 words, with the exception of the titular After the Long Burn, will be published in two parts. I anticipate an upload schedule of one part every other day.
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