Once a week, every Monday, all the students of "The High School Liberty" gathered in the school campus field. But amidst the orderly rows, one student was consistently absent: Yohan, a prodigy from a nearby primary school.
In elementary school, Yohan was revered as a junior mathematician, admired for his charm, athleticism, kindness, and intelligence. He was the envy of his peers, seemingly having it all. However, upon entering high school, a change occurred. Despite living in the school dorms, Yohan started arriving late to classes, leaving his new classmates puzzled.
Cristian, Yohan's old friend from elementary school and fellow student at "The High School Liberty," noticed these changes. Though it had only been a few months, Cristian sensed something was wrong. His mind swirled with questions: Where did Yohan disappear to? What was happening to him?
Unable to stand by idly, Cristian took on the role of investigator. With his father's knowledge of criminology, he embarked on unraveling the mystery, eager to uncover the truth behind Yohan's behavior. Thus began their journey, fraught with uncertainty and the promise of discovery.
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A criminal mastermind makes a bold move against a wealthy client to put himself in a position to retire in comfort. He has no idea what he's up against when a young widow, desperate to make ends meet, sets her eyes on earning the bounty set on his head.
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Newly widowed housewife Melody Scott needs to earn some major cash, fast. When her bright and busy children learn that a priceless ruby bracelet has been stolen and a six-figure reward is being offered, they convince her to try to do what the police, museum security, and the best private investigators have failed to do. Working against them is a notorious thief who has met people from around the world, but who has never once encountered a woman like Melody Scott. When the sweet innocence of the Scott family clashes against criminal forces more dangerous than they ever imagined, Melody is all too aware that a mom's got to do what a mom's got to do to protect her family.
The Widow, Melody Scott is a 2021 Watty Award Winner!
Content Warning: This story does contain depictions of stalking behavior.