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“Families are overenthusiastic tattoo artists. You make a tiny mistake just one time, and it’s like they immediately ink that thing onto you forever.”

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Fly on the Wall

In this thought-provoking narrative, the reader is privy to the intimate details of a group of individuals in a modern setting, witnessing their interactions and decisions without their knowledge. The story delves into themes of privacy, surveillance, and the blurred lines between public and private lives. more

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Remy Lai

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