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Princess Amy

Princess Amy

Chapter 21 Nate Hughes Driving into the compound after what seems like forever, I groan angrily when I spot my mom's car at the parking lot. Fuck! Why didn't give her an excuse not to come here? I should've told her that I went on a business meeting. "Shut it, Nate! As if you don't know she would spend hours waiting for you if she needs to," My subconscious mind remind me of the kind of desperate woman my mom is. Well, I think she's eventually going to kill me before my time. Stepping out of the car, I walk over to the entrance door, and take a deep breath before I push the door open. I almost jump out of my skin when I walk into the living room and find Janice with mom. Fucking shit! She didn't mention that she came with this bitch. Now I have to keep up with the two. "Nate, you're here?" She beams excitedly and stands up to her feet as soon as I walk in, but I ignore her and walks over to sit on the couch tiredly. I left the things I bought inside the car. I'll go get them later. "Good morning, mom. What do I owe this visit, please?" I know this may sound rude, but I just want to piss her off so she will leave angrily, but not that it'll ever happen anyway. She's going to end up beating me later if I try to mess with her. Yes, my mom still beats me at this age, because she believes that I'm still a baby. Correction, her baby! "Where are your manners, Nate?" She glare hard at me with anger written all over her, and I need no one to tell me that things are about to go south, so I better behave myself. "I'm sorry, mom. But this is not fair. Why would you bring her to my house without informing me first?" I complain, but she just rolls her eyes. "Is she biting you as she is here now?" She asks, and I sigh briefly. I should've expected that. My mom's strictness is on another level, unlike dad that doesn't give a damn about whichever way I choose to live my life. I miss that man so much, and I can't just wait for him to be back from his trip. No, we're not living together, but if he's around, mom won't be able to come here often. "Mom, I'm exhausted, and need to get some rest now. I'll call Ariel to make you something to eat. I'll be in my room now," I say to her after I stand up from the couch, and glance over to Janice who's just sitting there with a sad expression on her face. If it was then, I would be so broken to see her in this condition, but not anymore. I can't believe she's the same woman I used to be so in love with back then. It was never my fault that things had to turn out this way, but she fucking betrayed me. How could she be having an affair with my best friend? That's the most disgusting ever. If it were to be someone else, I wouldn't have been so pissed, but my best friend? Hell nah! There's no way I'm ever going to have anything to do with her, ever again. "Sit there, Nate. I want to discuss something with you," She says to me coldly, and I sigh as I throw myself back to the couch, waiting for her to maybe insult me, or rant as always. I don't mean disrespect, but trust me, you'll feel frustrated and depressed if you were in my shoes. "What happened between you and Janice?" Her question awakens the memories I have buried in my heart for so long. When it happened, I kept it to myself because I didn't want mom or anyone else to know about it. "Nothing, mom. I'm not just interested in being her boyfriend anymore. I'm done with her," I can see the pain in her eyes as I say those words to mom, but fuck her! I don't give a damn about how she feels so she better fuck off. "You can't say that, Nate. You told me you love her..." "I loved her, but not anymore, mom. I don't want her anymore..." "That's a joke, Nate. You can't do that. You're going to marry Janice, and that's it!" Mom springs up to her and yell at me. I bite my bottom lip, trying to control the anger that keep trying to consume me.
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Deep Night on Vesper Island

Deep Night on Vesper Island

Stella Sterling, born into wealth, had always followed the rules. Jaded by the hypocrisy of high society, she suddenly had a whim one day to have an ordinary romance. Thus, a fabricated rumor that Stella Sterling had spent a fortune to hire a Matchmaker from a dating site to find her a partner quickly spread through her circles. Those on good terms with her teased and watched the fun. Those on bad terms with her waited to see her become a joke. Later, an employee from the dating website revealed, "The company was acquired with an investment from a Vicenzan tycoon, and the profile of a certain female member with the surname Sterling was hidden overnight." The public speculated wildly about the identities of the Vicenzan tycoon and the female member with the surname Sterling. - Later on, a candid street photo that was accidentally captured went viral. In the dense night of The Spire on Vesper Island— Beside a Benz, a handsome, composed, and dignified man lifted a striking beauty in a red dress with one arm, pressing her against the car door and lowering his head for a deep kiss. In the faint light and shadow, the woman's flowing hair was swept by the wind, wrapping around the man's finger, which wore a pinky ring. Like a footnote to a romance, and even more like a vintage film frame etched into the axis of time. Someone immediately dug up the man's identity based on clues from the photo. The eldest son of Vicenza's Rhodes Family—low-profile and inscrutable, cold and untamable, and also the powerful contemporary authority of The Vesper Circle. And the alluring, glamorous belle by his side was none other than Stella Sterling. When the street photo spread to the mainland, everyone excitedly exclaimed: "The case is solved, the case is solved—"
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Can you recommend some of the best Amy Hempel stories?
One of the well - known Amy Hempel stories is 'In the Cemetery Where Al Jolson Is Buried'. It's a story that plays with the relationship between the narrator and her dying friend, filled with Hempel's signature sparse yet impactful prose.
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2024-11-30 17:20
What makes Amy Hempel's short stories the best?
Her use of language. Amy Hempel is a master of concise writing. She can convey deep emotions and complex ideas in just a few words. For example, in many of her stories, she uses simple yet powerful descriptions that immediately draw the reader in.
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2024-10-26 01:57
What are the characteristics of Amy Hempel's best short stories?
Amy Hempel's best short stories often feature concise and precise language. They can convey deep emotions with just a few words. Her stories may also have a sense of ambiguity, leaving readers to think and interpret in different ways.
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2024-11-10 11:36
What makes the best Amy Hempel stories so special?
The exploration of complex emotions. In stories like 'Reasons to Live', she delves into the many reasons people find to carry on in life, from the simple joys to the more profound connections. Her stories touch on themes that are both universal and deeply personal at the same time.
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2024-12-01 08:56
Analysis of Amy Hempel's Short Stories
Amy Hempel's short stories are often characterized by their brevity and emotional depth. Her use of concise language manages to convey complex emotions. For example, in some of her works, she can make the reader feel a sense of loss or longing in just a few paragraphs. She often plays with the structure of the story, not following the traditional narrative arc all the time, which makes her stories unique and thought - provoking.
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2024-12-11 08:37
Can you recommend some of the best Amy Hempel short stories?
One of her well - known short stories is 'In the Cemetery Where Al Jolson Is Buried'. It's a poignant exploration of friendship and mortality. The way Hempel weaves the narrative, with its sparse yet evocative language, makes it a standout.
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2024-10-26 06:28
Can you recommend some of Amy Hempel's best short stories?
One of her well - known short stories is 'In the Cemetery Where Al Jolson Is Buried'. It's a poignant piece that explores themes of friendship and mortality.
2 answers
2024-11-10 17:06
Is 'The Harvest' by Amy Hempel nonfiction or fiction?
Well, 'The Harvest' by Amy Hempel is fiction. Her writing style often weaves imaginative and creative narratives that are not based on real events.
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2024-10-11 05:44
What Makes Amy Hempel's Short Stories Special?
The special thing about Amy Hempel's short stories is her economy of words. She doesn't waste a single word and yet can tell a complete and engaging story. It's like she distills the essence of the story to its purest form.
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2024-12-11 04:58
Who is the author of 'hempel graphic novel'?
I don't know who the author of 'hempel graphic novel' is. There are so many graphic novels out there and without more context, it's impossible to determine.
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2024-11-03 08:23
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