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a castle in the air kelley armstrong

a castle in the air kelley armstrong

AIR MATA PENGABDIAN SEORANG ISTRI

AIR MATA PENGABDIAN SEORANG ISTRI

Rubi telah resmi menjadi istri dari Jaya Kusumo. Setiap kali berhubungan badan, Rubi kerap mengeluarkan cairan kental berbau busuk dari area kewanitaannya. Hingga pada suatu saat, Rubi mendapat kabar bahwa dirinya mengidap kanker serviks stadium tiga dan divonis tidak akan bisa hamil. Namun, Jaya tak pernah mempermasalahkan hal tersebut. Justri pria 28 tahun itu semakin mencintai istrinya. Mereka kerap menghabiskan waktu dengan segala hal yang berbau romansa. Keadaan itu membuat Anti (Ibu Kandung Jaya) terbakar api. Selain tidak setuju putranya menikah dengan Rubi, Anti juga semakin membenci menantunya itu saat tahu bahwa Rubi divonis mandul. Hingga pada suatu hari, wanita itu menjebak anak serta menantunya sendiri. Sebuah nomor baru menghubungi Rubi dan mengatakan bahwa suaminya sedang sekarat di tepi jalan dekat taman. Rubi diminta untuk segera datang. Di sisi lain, Anti juga mengabarkan Jaya bahwa istrinya sedang berduaan dengan pria lain. Cepat-cepat Anti meminta Jaya untuk hadir di taman yang letaknya tidak jauh dari rumah mereka. Saat berada di sana, Rubi kembali menghubungi sosok pembawa berita tadi. Ia tidak melihat ada tanda-tanda manusia di sini. Namun, hal yang tak terduga terjadi. Tubuh Rubi dipeluk oleh pria tak dikenal. Rubi berusaha mengelak, tapi tenaganya bukan apa-apa bagi lelaki tegap tersebut. Bersamaan dengan badan Rubi yang tenggelam dalam dekapan sang pria asing, saat itu pulalah Jaya datang bersama Anti. Betapa hancur dan terkejutnya Jaya ketika melihat wanita yang disayang sedang berada dalam pelukan laki-laki lain. Anti berakting seolah Rubi memang berselingkuh. Tanpa sepengetahuan Jaya, Mamanya sendirilah yang merencakan hal tersebut. Sejak kejadian itu, Jaya berubah total. Ia mulai tidak memedulikan Rubi. Jaya juga mudah terguncang saat orang-orang mencibir tentang istrinya yang tidak bisa hamil. Dan, di sanalah Anti mengambil kesempatan untuk mendekatkan Jaya dengan Agnes, teman lama Jaya. Tak butuh waktu lama, Jaya langsung jatuh cinta dengan perempuan itu. Keduanya menikah, tapi Rubi tak juga dicerai. Pengantin baru itu membuat Rubi bak pembantu di rumahnya sendiri. Rubi kerap disiksa, disuruh mengerjakan sesuatu yang tidak ia sanggupi. Hingga pada suatu hari, Rubi merasa bahwa penyakitnya semakin menjadi-jadi. Ia tidak ingin membuat beban siapapun. Karenanya, ia ngotot minta dicerai meskipun hatinya tidak ikhlas berpisah dengan Jaya. Dikarenakan Jaya yang sudah puas menzalimi Rubi, ia lantas saja mengindahkan permintaan istrinya itu. Jaya dengan entengnya menalak Rubi di hadapan Agnes. Agnes benar-benar menjadi Ratu di rumah itu. Ia hidup dengan gelimpangan harta. Namun, seketika perasaan ingin menguasai harta Jaya sepenuhnya mendadak muncul. Agnes mulai berpikiran untuk merebut sertifikat rumah suaminya. Suatu malam, Agnes menyuguhkan kopi untuk Jaya. Seberes minuman itu tandas, kepala Jaya mendadak pusing. Pria itu terkapar secara tiba-tiba. Agnes tertawa puas. Rencanaya untuk meracuni Jaya berhasil. Dan, saat itulah Agnes beraksi. Dia membawa sertifikat rumah beserta seluruh emas batangan yang ada di sana. Keesokan harinya Jaya diusir dari kediamannya sendiri oleh orang asing. Rupanya Agnes telah menjual rumah itu dengan harga fantastis. Jaya yang baru saja sadar dari pingsannya, lantas saja dikejutkan dengan kabar buruk itu. Sejak itu, Jaya jadi frustasi. Setelah berhasil menemukan rumah baru Rubi, Jaya bertekuk lutut guna meminta maaf. Sayang seribu sayang, Rubi sudah tidak ingin kembali pada pria itu. Dan, jadilah Jaya semakin depresi. Jaya kerap menghabiskan waktu dengan tertawa, kemudian menangis. Ngomongnya mulai ngelantur. Badannya kurus hanya menyisakan tulang. Jaya dimasukkan ke rumah sakit jiwa. Dua bulan setelah itu, ia dikabarkan meninggal dunia karena mengalami kebocoran lambung. Semenjak Rubi pergi dari sisinya, hidup Jaya jadi berantakan. Ia tidak nafsu makan. Akhirnya pria itu tewas mengenaskan dengan menggenggam foto Rubi yang ia dapatkan dari buku nikahnya dulu.
Remaja
363 Chs
Eternal Castle

Eternal Castle

In a post-apocalyptic world, Princess Sofia fancies a commoner on the streets and follows him to the Mountains of Death from where she ends up in a 17th-century mansion, where the commoner - Heinrich - is the owner of the mansion and the Princess is forced to work for him. __ “What do you want from me?” The Princess asked frustratingly. “You must think you are the main character or something.” The man chuckled, “Sofia, I want nothing from you. You followed me. I did not abduct you.” “I made a mistake. I request you to send me back.” “I cannot,” The man replied. “It is not under my command. It comes and goes.” “What does that mean?” “That means you are stuck here. Probably for life.” __ [Excerpt] Heinrich completely ignored her, slipped the keys to the room into the little pocket of his coat, and tried to walk away from the crime scene. The Princess quickly grabbed his arm, trying to reach out for his pocket with her other hand. Heinrich immediately grabbed her hand and pulled her toward himself, then pushed her to the wall, holding both her hands to it. He frowned at her with all the rage he had in his body. But it didn’t hide the lingering sorrow in his eyes. They could tear up any moment now. The Princess didn’t know if she wanted to feel sad for him or resent him. He was a confusing man. “L-Let me go…” The Princess sheepishly demanded. “Why?” Heinrich asked with anger. “Who told you to meddle in my affairs?” __ [Disclaimer: This novel is a slow burn.] — This novel is the prequel to 'Dilemma: The Chip System'. However, it's a standalone novel and you don't need to read 'Dilemma: The Chip System' to understand it. I do recommend reading it for extra spice. — This novel has taken intuition from the history of Europe. However, it is fictional and by no means connected to the real events of history. **** Cover Artist: https://www.instagram.com/alina._.smthng/
Fantasy
177 Chs
What makes Kelley Armstrong novels unique?
Her characters are well - developed. They have real - life problems in addition to their supernatural ones. For instance, in 'Bitten', Elena has relationship issues along with her werewolf - related struggles. She also has a great sense of pacing. The stories build up tension gradually and keep you on the edge of your seat.
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2024-11-05 23:17
What are the notable features of Kelley Armstrong graphic novels?
One notable feature is the unique art style that often brings the story to life vividly. The characters are well - designed and the settings are detailed.
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2024-11-29 00:14
What are the main themes in Kelley Armstrong graphic novels?
Another important theme is survival. Characters in her graphic novels are usually in situations where they have to fight for their survival, whether it's against other supernatural creatures or human threats. For example, in some of her stories, a character might be hunted by a powerful werewolf pack and has to use their wits and any powers they have to stay alive. It's not just physical survival, but also emotional and mental survival as they deal with the traumas and challenges in their lives.
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2024-11-26 22:05
What are the popular Kelley Armstrong free online fictions?
One popular one might be some of her short stories that she has released for free on her website. These often give a taste of her writing style and the worlds she creates in her novels. Another could be promotional pieces for her series. For example, if she has a new werewolf - themed series coming out, she might release a free prequel story related to it online.
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2024-11-25 17:01
What is the appeal of 'A Rip Through Time: A Novel by Kelley Armstrong'?
Well, the appeal lies in its blend of time travel elements and Armstrong's vivid writing style. The characters' adventures and the mystery of time make it a page-turner.
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2024-10-09 00:39
Can you recommend some popular Kelley Armstrong novels?
Sure. 'Bitten' is a very well - known one. It's about a female werewolf named Elena Michaels.
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2024-11-05 20:12
Who are the memorable characters in Kelley Armstrong's Cainsville Novels?
Gabriel Walsh is also quite memorable. He is a brilliant lawyer with his own set of secrets. His relationship with Olivia adds a lot of depth to the story. And then there's the old woman in Cainsville, who is full of mystery and seems to know a great deal more about the town's secrets than she lets on.
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2024-11-06 19:32
Can you recommend some Kelley Armstrong graphic novels?
One of Kelley Armstrong's well - known graphic novels is 'Sea of Shadows'. It has an engaging story with interesting characters and a unique fantasy setting.
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2024-11-26 18:18
Can you recommend some Kelley Armstrong short stories?
Another one to check out is 'The List'. It's a story that plays with the idea of secrets and the consequences of keeping them. The characters are well - drawn and the plot is full of twists and turns.
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2024-11-21 13:08
What are the main themes in Kelley Armstrong's Cainsville Novels?
One of the main themes is the exploration of Celtic mythology. The novels often draw on these ancient myths and incorporate them into the modern - day storylines. Another theme is mystery and the unknown. There are always secrets to be uncovered in the Cainsville world.
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2024-11-07 06:50
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