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The Ashes of Justice - A Short Story

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Haunted by a failed mission during the Sino-Russian conflict, ex-soldier Xiu Ying takes a job at the mysterious Silver Oak Orphanage, drawn by its eerie connections to her past. As she uncovers dark secrets hidden within the orphanage's walls, Xiu finds herself entangled in a dangerous conspiracy involving the government's deception. With the weight of justice on her shoulders, she must decide whether to expose the truth and risk everything, or remain silent in a world
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The Ashes Of Justice
Tue, Jan 7, 2025

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