Insider Book Novels & Stories

"Once upon a time, there was a wealthy merchant who was not only blessed with riches and fortune but also with twelve children." Miss Yumi flipped to the beginning of the storybook showing six dashing men with muscly, chiseled features that reminded Cathedra of the ancient sculptures of Greek gods she often sees in books. Beside them were five beautiful ladies, clad in gorgeous dresses and excessive jewelry. In contrast to the five extravagant women in the picture, there was one beside them who was dressed in a plain and simple dressed, standing meekly beside her sisters. However, compared to the other five, with their flashy, attention-grabbing garments, sparkling jewelry, and make-up caked

“Inside. Both of you.” We ducked into a nearby safehouse, the warmth hitting like a slap. Roman dropped the case onto the table, snapping the latches open. Inside was… not what I expected. It wasn’t weapons. It wasn’t explosives. It was a thick, leather-bound book — old, the edges charred and curling. Kellen frowned. “All that trouble for a book?” Roman’s face stayed unreadable, but his eyes… there was something there. Something I didn’t like.

"It's not here." "Neither is it here." Lu said, handing the book to her. "Where'd you find it?" She researched the book, hoping to see anything connected to Payne. "Just there." Lu pointed to the far end of the room. Melinda moved quickly. "Hello ladies." A man in cowboy boots and hats appeared at the door. He removed the fat tobacco from his thin lips as he watched the ladies reach for their behind to claim whatever was kept there. "Americans." He chuckled. His lips spread into a fine thin line.