Jethro Pili

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“The Headless Queen of St. Peter ad Vincula” by Jethro Pili

The Tower of London had always been a fortress of shadows, secrets, and blood. It was more than just stone walls; it was a repository of history, cruelty, and tragedy. Within its cold embrace, those who once wielded power were reduced to prisoners, condemned by the Crown. Among them, Anne Boleyn, second wife of Henry VIII, executed in 1536. Her headless form was said to haunt the Tower, though few dared to speak of it aloud. St. Peter ad Vincula, the small, unassuming chapel within the Tower grounds, was where Anne lay buried, along with man...

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“I Hear Her Echo Through The Night” by Jethro Pili

The plane ride had been long and tiring, but the excitement of finally being in London kept Henry and Gabriel’s energy levels high as they checked into the hotel. Both boys were seventeen and had been best friends for as long as they could remember. This trip was a dream come true for them. Their families were close—practically extended family at this point—and every couple of years, they’d travel together to some far-off place. This time, it was the bustling city of London.Henry and Gabriel had their own room, separate from their parents. T...

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“Descent Into Death” by Jethro Pili

The wind howled as Kurt, Ned, Cedric, and Elroy stood at the gates of Waverly Hills Sanatorium. The decaying building loomed before them, its windows dark and lifeless, like the hollow eyes of a skull. The infamous tuberculosis hospital had a sinister reputation—whispers of tortured spirits, disembodied voices, and shadowy figures that roamed the halls long after the last patient had died. But none of that deterred the four friends, who had made it their mission to explore the most haunted places they could find.  Tonight, it was Waverl...

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“Dying To Date You” by Jethro Pili

The Match Amir Rahman scrolled through his phone, casually swiping left on most profiles that popped up on his dating app. He wasn’t exactly looking for love, but after years of his family pestering him about settling down, he’d finally caved. After all, how hard could it be to find someone interesting? It was only when a particular profile appeared on his screen that he stopped his absent-minded swiping. Her name was Zahra, and her photo showed a striking woman with dark, mysterious eyes, framed by curls of black hair that tumbled past her ...

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“Home From The Sea” by Jethro Pili

The sky over Lark Point darkened like ink spilling across parchment, swallowing the late afternoon sun. Thunder rumbled in the distance, a low growl that rolled over the jagged cliffs and the small coastal town. The fishing boats had come in hours ago, tied up safely in the harbor, save for one—the Mary Anne, an old boat weathered by decades of storms, yet still the pride of its owner, Captain Harry Quinn. It was late September, the season of storms, when the sea tested every vessel and every soul that dared to sail it. The Mary Anne had lef...

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“Dr. Life” by Jethro Pili

The roar of the tunnel collapse reverberated through the heart of Boston like an earthquake. Dust billowed through the streets, coating buildings and cars alike in a grimy film. Traffic came to a halt as sirens pierced the dense air. The rescue teams and emergency services mobilized with military precision, converging on the scene. What had once been a bustling city thoroughfare was now a scene of chaos.Inside the makeshift command center, the faces of city officials, engineers, and emergency planners were grim. The collapse had trapped doze...

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“The Holy Grail of Arthurian Enthusiasts” by Jethro Pili

Ethan Baxter had always been a bit of a loner, which was a trait that served him well as a student of medieval literature at the University of California, San Diego. Most people his age spent their weekends at the beach or bar-hopping in the Gaslamp Quarter, but Ethan preferred the quiet company of books. His passion for Arthurian legend bordered on obsession, and it was this obsession that led him to spend countless hours in the university library, poring over old manuscripts and obscure texts. But no matter how many books he read, how many...

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“That They May Be One” by Jethro Pili

The sun was still low in the sky when the bus began its winding journey through the hills of Manipur. The road was narrow, flanked by lush greenery that clung to the sides of steep inclines. Inside, the bus was a tapestry of different cultures, as the Global Outreach Team (GO Team) from Nazareth Hills Baptist College of California settled into their seats. Ted, a wiry student from the Philippines with a ready smile, adjusted the strap of his backpack and looked around. He recognized a few faces from class but had never really talked to ...

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“The Silence In Terminal 7” by Jethro Pili

The chaos at Terminal 7 began with a single ripple. A collective murmur spread as the flight information screens flickered, displaying garbled characters before settling on the dreaded word: CANCELED. Every destination, every airline—nothing was spared. The virus unleashed by the hacktivist group The Silence had worked its way into the global aviation system, grounding planes at major hubs worldwide. Hour 1: The News Breaks At Gate 22, a woman in a sharp business suit stared in disbelief at her phone. Carol had an important presentation in C...

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“Far From The Home I Love” by Jethro Pili

Aparna Sharma stared out of the airplane window, her eyes tracing the patterns of clouds below, white puffs suspended against an endless blue sky. She had never seen the world from this height before. In fact, she had never traveled this far from home. Chennai was all she had known her entire life—its vibrant streets, the scent of jasmine in the air, the sounds of bustling markets, and the comforting familiarity of family and friends. But now, that chapter of her life was closing, and a new one was about to begin in a city she had only read ...

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“Ceasefire ” by Jethro Pili

**Chapter 1: The Lore Hunter’s Lair** Liam O’Connell, an Irish vampire with piercing green eyes and a sly grin, paced the small cell he shared with a gruff werewolf named Declan “Deacon” O’Leary. Deacon’s broad shoulders and muscular build filled most of the space. His icy blue eyes flashed with irritation as he watched Liam’s restless movements. The two had been captured during their visit to Henderson, Nevada, where they had inadvertently crossed paths. Liam was in Henderson to oversee plans for the Las Vegas branch of his pub, The Old Fen...

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“The Enemy of Our People” by Jethro Pili

The dusty streets of Jerusalem were teeming with people, more so than usual. Pilgrims flocked from every corner of the land for Passover, bringing with them offerings and sacrifices, bustling markets, and a cacophony of voices that rose like a never-ending tide. From my elevated position, I, Caiaphas, watched the scene below with a furrowed brow. My concern wasn't just for the chaos of the crowds, but for the figure who had become the center of attention—the Nazarene, Jesus.I had first heard of Jesus through whispers, then rumors, and finall...

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“The Rise & Fall of Gaius Augustus” by Jethro Pili

Birth and Early LifeGaius Augustus was born in 42 BCE in the heart of Rome to a prestigious family. His father, Lucius Augustus, was a respected senator, and his mother, Octavia, was a distant relative of Julius Caesar. The family name carried immense weight, and Gaius grew up in the midst of wealth and influence.From a young age, Gaius showed exceptional promise. He was educated by the finest tutors in Rome, mastering rhetoric, philosophy, and the arts of war. His father, proud of his son's achievements, groomed him for a future in politics...

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“Eight-Armed Freaks” by Jethro Pili

Waves crashed gently against the white sandy shores of Oahu's North Shore as the sun began its descent into the vast Pacific Ocean. The sky was ablaze with brilliant hues of orange and pink, a breathtaking canvas that nature painted anew each evening. Amidst this picturesque scene, a lone figure stood at the water's edge, his feet sinking into the cool, damp sand with each step. Jack Robinson, a seasoned marine biologist, had come to this very beach countless times before, but tonight felt different. A sense of unease had been gnawing at him...

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“Welcome To Utah” by Jethro Pili

"Attention students, faculty and staff. This is an urgent announcement regarding the extreme heatwave impacting our campus..." Ryan shifted in his creaky desk chair, wiping a bead of sweat from his brow as the voice over the building's PA system crackled to life. He looked around the stuffy classroom - sunlight streamed through the windows, amplifying the stifling heat. Students were fanning themselves with notebooks, some had even loosened their ties in a vain attempt to catch a breeze.  "...Due to record high temperatures reaching 115...

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