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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

Charlotte

The smoke barrier soon dissipated and Bryan and Charlotte stepped out of it. The former had already changed his face back to that of Anthony Wayne's. When the pair had come out of the barrier, Donald was already waiting outside.

He was in the kitchen helping the butler and the other servants out when Benny rushed to him and informed him that Bryan needed to be attended to. He didn't know just what happened, but seeing the urgency on Benny's face he thought something serious might have happened.

And when he finally saw Bryan in the garden, his jaw nearly dropped to the ground. Bryan's clothes were torn in various places and he was currently bathed in blood. Donald hurriedly rushed to him and asked out of extreme concern, "M-Master, what happened!?"

Bryan waved his hand nonchalantly, "Ah, nothing really."