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      Chew Slowly Chapter 15

      by — Chapter 15 The stifling feeling in Chen Zongqian’s heart was hard to alleviate, and since he couldn't smoke, he settled for unwrapping a mint to comfort himself. He watched the time; the day would be over in a few minutes. He opened tomorrow’s schedule, planning several items until the candy in his mouth completely dissolved, finally arranging his time clearly and logically. He had found the information he needed. Chen Zongqian was about to leave with the documents, but before entering the room, he…
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      Chew Slowly Chapter 14

      by — Chapter 14 The Beiguan Town Police Station normally closes at five in the evening, and Chen Zongqian arrived exactly when people were having late-night snacks. By all accounts, it was bad timing, but Chen Zongqian was lucky enough to catch his old classmate who was on the night shift. Kang Heying was dripping eye drops when he glimpsed a tall figure through the watery blur. He recognized who it was just by the man’s imposing presence. Kang Heying had known since the morning that Chen Zongqian was…
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      Chew Slowly Chapter 13

      by — Dinner was eaten at the factory canteen. Chen Zongqian ate the communal meal very gracefully, showing no sign of fussiness. Xu Qiaochuan sat opposite him, recalling that they had eaten together once before, though that time had been unpleasant, with everything having been messed up by him. Having developed a bad habit of eating too fast during his school days, and with all canteen food tasting the same, Xu Qiaochuan still wanted to quickly swallow a few bites, just enough to fill his stomach and be done…
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      Chew Slowly Chapter 12

      by — Chapter 12 The industrial development zone of Pingzhou Port is home to countless factories, large and small, including the hardware mold factory where Xu Qiaochuan works. A few years ago, when the economy was booming and business was good, Xin'an Hardware expanded its factory area to nearly 35,000 square meters, making it a well-known name in the local machinery manufacturing industry. Chen Zongqian was familiar with the area, having frequently visited for business last year, and quickly found the…
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      Chew Slowly Chapter 11

      by — The photo album was heavy, filled with fragments of time spanning ten or twenty years, offering a glimpse into someone else's past. This was private material, and only after receiving Xu Qiaochuan’s consent could Chen Zongqian finally see this remarkable item with his own eyes. The first, oldest picture was of Xu Qiaochuan when he was first born. Ignoring composition and lighting, and with poor resolution, the photo showed a wrinkled baby whose eyes hadn't even opened yet. Xu Qiaochuan looked at the…
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      Chew Slowly Chapter 10

      by — The red brick wall surrounding the courtyard was low, allowing a clear view of the interior. The old Xu family home was ancient, and compared to the residents down the slope, it seemed utterly devoid of life. Chen Zongqian had asked Granny, and she said the house had been empty since the old man passed away, with only Xu Qiaochuan returning a few days ago. He was probably back to deal with Lu Xiaoyun’s belongings. After Lu Xiaoyun married, she distanced herself from her maternal family, so Xu Qiaochuan…
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      CCWAD – Chapter 9

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      by Volare Chapter 9: A Startling Encounter at Fan Lou Prologue: "The moment I stepped into Fan Lou, the scent of perfume overpowered the stench of sweat, and the melodies of silk and bamboo replaced the shouts of battle. I thought I had arrived in paradise, until I discovered that the rules here were even more unforgiving than Liangshan, swallowing people whole without even spitting out the bones." --- A month later, dust-covered Yan Qing finally stood on the streets of Eastern Capital Bianliang. The prosperity…
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      CCWAD – Chapter 8

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      by Volare Chapter 8 Guest Boat, Night Rain Epigraph: "Leaving Liangshan Marsh was like a bird escaping its gilded cage. But the world outside this cage was even more tempestuous, with fiercer winds and rains. When the boatman's murky eyes roamed my neck, I finally understood that the law of the jungle, the strong preying on the weak, was the only rule in this world." --- Three days later, a small boat departed the waters of Liangshan Marsh, heading downstream directly towards the Eastern Capital. Yan Qing…
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      CCWAD – Chapter 7

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      by Volare Chapter 7 Chapter 7: The Golden Bell Cord Prologue: "When Lu Junyi pushed the string of golden bells, representing past achievements, before me, I knew it was the final test. If the bells ring, one must return. But I only wish for this bell's chime to be the opening drumbeat for my grand departure." --- Lu Junyi returned from the Hall of Righteous Gathering with the lingering aura of killing intent, dusk already deepening. In the study, Yan Qing maintained the posture he had been in when Lu Junyi…
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      CCWAD – Chapter 6

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      by Volare Chapter 6 Chapter 6: Black Hair Raises Suspicion Prologue: "I thought I had hidden all my flaws until Lu Junyi picked up the strand of long hair I dropped. At that moment, time froze. In an era where all men kept their hair short, this strand of black hair was more fatal than any sword." --- The lingering aftermath of bringing down Yu Bao Si had subtly shifted Yan Qing's position in Liangshan Marsh. No one dared to openly provoke the "frail" yet sharp-witted Little Yi Ge anymore. Even a brute like Li…
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