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The Deceitful One

With the advent of steam power, mankind has advanced and ushered in the industrial revolution. This is the age of steam locomotives, automatons, guns, and cannons, as well as curses, magic, artifacts, and the occult. Hidden in the shadows are a group of extraordinary people who wield enormous power and strange abilities that normal people cannot even begin to comprehend. They are known as Transcendents! Bryan, a wily thief with a penchant for mischief, lost his parents at a very young age and was forced to live on the streets. That is until his whole life turned around when he was shown the Path to becoming a Transcendent. The Theft Path specializes in deceit and illusions. It can steal everything under the heavens. Even the powers, thoughts, and lives of others. Follow Bryan on his journey through this dangerous and treacherous world as he steals from gods and robs the mortals. This is the story of The Deceitful One. *** My novel has a steampunk world setting, so expect a lot of steam-powered technology as well as retro-looking futuristic inventions. Furthermore, there will be churches, secret organizations, and cults. So if you're a fan of LotM—which I have taken inspiration from btw—you will definitely like my novel. Also, this is my first attempt at writing a novel so you might find some mistakes here and there. Just know that I'm constantly trying to improve. Cheers! *** https://discord.gg/ZwFUa2zM

PandaDumpling · Fantasy
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264 Chs

Brothers

Andrew slowly opened his eyes and began to survey his surroundings. Currently, he was sitting with his back against a large rock in a clearing in the middle of the forest.

After being punched in the head and getting knocked out by Ron, his forehead was bleeding and he was having a little difficulty remembering what had happened earlier.

He looked around in a daze and soon the memories of Henry's head exploding and Emma's head being stamped on by Alfredo surfaced in his mind.

"Henry…" Tears begin to stream down Andrew's face as his eyes reddened, "Emma…"

How much he wished that the things that he had seen before he was knocked out, were nothing but a dream. But he knew it was the truth.

Soon, he began to recall more memories. He remembered Bryan heavily wounded and bleeding profusely as he was forced to watch his friends die in front of him.

Finally, he recalled the betrayal that hurt him the most. He grit his teeth in anger, "Ron…"