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The Runic Alchemist

Ben, a postgraduate chemistry student, envisions a future where science unlocks the secrets of the universe. But fate has other plans. In a sudden twist, Ben dies and awakens in a strange new world, reborn as a five-year-old boy named Damian Sunblade. Damian's joy at being part of a noble family is short-lived. His family, valuing gold over blood, sells him off to another noble house to be groomed as a homemaker husband, a mere pawn in their political games. Struggling with his new reality and the remnants of his past life’s knowledge, Damian refuses to succumb to his fate. In his new household, Damian discovers that this world is governed by magic circles, Runic symbols wielding immense power. Driven by his scientific curiosity, Damian begins to experiment. Applying the laws of physics to the Rune symbols, he deciphers their secrets and invents his own unique form of magic. However, The family that bought him has their own plans for him, seeing Damian as a valuable tool to enhance their power. But Damian, ever the independent spirit, has dreams beyond servitude. He longs for freedom, a place to call his own—a life where he can use his talents without restraint. And so Damian devises a daring plan to escape. His journey is fraught with danger and intrigue, as he navigates a world filled with mystical creatures, powerful adversaries, and ancient secrets. Along the way, he forges alliances and battles enemies, all while refining his magical and scientific skills. In "The Runic Alchemist," follow Damian Sunblade’s epic quest for independence and self-discovery. Witness his transformation from a forsaken child to a formidable Alchemist, determined to carve out an extraordinary future for himself in a world teeming with infinite possibilities. *****

GlaringError · Fantasy
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149 Chs

Defense Mechanism

Damian was testing the precision with which he could control the iron golem by having it sew together large parchments with a needle, it was his fifth needle, the golem kept breaking it with it's incredible strength. That's when a knock on the door startled both him and his guards. It was unusual for anyone to visit him. Then he remembered the guide the commander had mentioned and gestured for Paul to open the door. Paul did so with a knightly grace at that, and to their surprise, it was the foreign knight—Esme, as Damian recalled.

Neither Damian nor his guards spoke, though Damian doubted Esme would have paid attention even if they had. She immediately strode over to the golem, inspecting it from all angles, disbelief shining in her eyes. The poor golem, busy sewing parchments, had no expression, yet somehow seemed uncomfortable under her scrutiny. After she had enough of it, she finally turned towards Damian.