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  • The Octopus Book II Chapter 1 Part 1

    The Octopus Book II Chapter 1 Part 1
    2026/11/09
    In which the calculated machinations of political intrigue and corporate ambition entwine about the figure of Lyman Derrick, a man poised between the world of ranchers and the city’s relentless march, as he assumes a pivotal role on the new Railroad Commission. The subtle examination of San Francisco’s bustling heart contrasts the grand network of railway lines, symbols of both lifeblood and parasitism, while the shadowy conflicts over land and power begin to unfold in the guarded chambers of law and influence.
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    19 分
  • The Octopus Book I Chapter 6 Part 6

    The Octopus Book I Chapter 6 Part 6
    2026/11/08
    In which a festive evening at the ranch is shattered by the arrival of unexpected letters from the railroad, revealing a drastic regrading and sale of valuable land at inflated prices that incites a fierce and primal uproar among the ranchers. In the charged atmosphere of betrayed trust and mounting desperation, a fiery call for unity and resistance leads to the impulsive formation of a League, with Magnus Derrick reluctantly cast as its leader amidst the clash of personal fears and communal resolve.
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    24 分
  • The Octopus Book I Chapter 6 Part 5

    The Octopus Book I Chapter 6 Part 5
    2026/11/07
    In which a sudden and fiery confrontation disrupts a rural festivity, turning a peaceful gathering into a swirl of gunfire and terror before swiftly melting back into revelry and camaraderie. The episode deftly captures the wild spirit and stoic courage of the men involved, their storytelling and boisterous celebrations weaving a tapestry of nostalgia and local colour beneath the flickering lantern light.
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    24 分
  • The Octopus Book I Chapter 6 Part 4

    The Octopus Book I Chapter 6 Part 4
    2026/11/06
    In which a lively barn dance unfolds with spirited music, punch, and playful social interactions, as characters navigate their roles amid the warmth and gaiety of the evening. The atmosphere shifts abruptly when an unruly cow-puncher makes a dramatic entrance, stirring tension and revealing subtle undercurrents among the assembled guests.
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    21 分
  • The Octopus Book I Chapter 6 Part 3

    The Octopus Book I Chapter 6 Part 3
    2026/11/05
    In which the big barn is transformed with lanterns and laughter into a festive dance hall alive with the mingled scents of sawdust and perfume, where the diverse company gather in their finery and rustic charm, and Hilma’s radiant debut as the belle enchants all. The evening unfolds around the punch-bowl dubbed “Fertiliser,” whispered intrigues, and lively dances until the music halts, leaving a breathless hush in the warm air.
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    24 分
  • The Octopus Book I Chapter 6 Part 2

    The Octopus Book I Chapter 6 Part 2
    2026/11/04
    In which the restless preparations for a barn dance unfold amid a mixture of boisterous camaraderie and underlying tensions, with Buck Annixter wrestling inwardly with unfamiliar feelings stirred by a young woman named Hilma Tree. As the evening shadows lengthen and the guests begin to arrive, the scene is set with a curious blend of earnest human pangs and a rugged social landscape, hinting gently at the complex characters drawn together in this rural milieu.
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    22 分
  • The Octopus Book I Chapter 6 Part 1

    The Octopus Book I Chapter 6 Part 1
    2026/11/03
    In which under the scorching sun of a drowsy Guadalajara, two friends share a quiet meal and converse in hushed tones about Vanamee’s uncanny nocturnal experiences and his stirring sense of a mysterious, intangible presence near the old Mission. Their tranquil journey continues through the fertile fields and spirited preparations for a barn dance, revealing glimpses of rural life entwined with whispered tensions between the landowners and the encroaching railroad influence.
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    28 分
  • The Octopus Book I Chapter 5 Part 5

    The Octopus Book I Chapter 5 Part 5
    2026/11/02
    In which we accompany Annixter on a sun-drenched afternoon ride that reveals the quiet pieties and peculiar contradictions of the Californian countryside, where a kindly priest tends both sinners and animals with gentle devotion even as old customs linger awkwardly in changing times. Meanwhile, a tender, troubled exchange unfolds between Annixter and Hilma Tree, revealing the fragile human hearts that pulse beneath the rustic surface of ranch life.
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    23 分