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The Ballads

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Reads 295
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Parts 12
Time 1h 25m

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After serving four and a half years in prison for a crime she was wrongfully convicted of, Lovana Black finally escaped prison during a mass breakout. After laying low until her record is cleared, Lovana flees to Florena, the "City of Indulgence" where she is reunited with her two closest friends who on a mission to to rid the city of corruption and to take back what is owed to them. With the lingering question of how she was sent to prison in the first place, Lovana agrees to join her friends' campaign.  Determined and ambitious, the trio embarks on a dangerous journey through the criminal underworld in a gritty, lavish city to get their desired motives, one question is always that is on Lovana's mind: "Will this all be worth it?"

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Try Me (18+) by noena11

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New person in Marigold Gang

In "New person in Marigold Gang," we follow the gripping journey of Drew, a man who finds himself reluctantly joining a gang due to the hardships of financial struggle. Set in a gritty and unforgiving urban landscape, Drew's desperation leads him to form an unlikely bond with Mordecai, his new partner-in-crime. As they embark on daring missions together, their shared experiences kindle an unexpected and intense romance that both of them must grapple with amidst the chaos of gunfights and ambushes. Amidst the adrenaline-fueled action and suspense, the heart of the narrative lies in Drew's desire for a better life. His relentless determination to rise above his circumstances becomes the driving force behind his actions, as he fights for a future beyond the life of crime. "New person in Marigold Gang," is a captivating tale that explores themes of hope, redemption, and the transformative power of love amidst the darkest of circumstances. Brace yourself for an emotionally charged narrative that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. Highest ranking: #9 in "detective", #1 in "lackadaisy"