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The Odyssey of Xiaomei

Lucyli
This novel follows Xiaomei's harrowing journey from a hopeful university graduate to a survivor of trauma and manipulation. After a brutal sexual assault by Liang Chao, she’s trapped in a loveless, controlling marriage with Daqiang, then another with the mama’s boy Zhimin. Escaping both, she faces harassment and poverty as a single mom, but finds solace in art, community support from Liying, and small acts of self-love. Through painting, running, and volunteering, she rebuilds her identity, defying predators and societal judgment. The pearl hairpin, once a symbol of broken dreams, becomes a badge of resilience. This gripping tale of survival and self-reclamation shows how even in darkness, the human spirit can bloom again, one brave choice at a time.
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Fragile Ties Of Love

Loud music is playing, some students are dancing and other are chatting. The few one who are alone are dispersed observing the others. My eyes scan the room for Liam. Fortunately, I see him standing at the entrance with Lucas, Mateo, Levi and Mason. My legs drag me to their direction and he smiles as he sees me. His friends pushed him to me and he looks like he hesitates for a while before walking up to me. Without a word, he grabs my hand and pulled me away from the noise. Now we’re standing in the boys changing room. Before I speak, he gently cups my face. His forehead is touching mine as his eyes flash in the evening light. My heart races and I look away shyly but he lifts my chin up with his finger. I admire his beauty,drowning in the rush of love and awaiting a toe-curling kiss. I hear his words; “Don’t be silly. You’ll never be my type.” Followed by a chuckle. My blood runs cold as my brain draws a blank *************** Liam Hunter, the name that could make your knees turn jelly. He had it all the looks, money and everyone’s dream girl, Beatrice. He was the school’s basketball team captain. Every girl was dying to spend even a second with him, well except her. His charms didn’t work on her and she seemed oblivious to his existence. Everything changes for Liam when he is dared to date Zara for a month and then dump her. It all starts as game, a mind game for Liam. But what happens when the heart gets involved? What will Zara do after learning the truth? Will she get over her love for Liam and go back to herself?
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