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The Shepherd

In the depths of a frigid winter, Oswald, a mere shepherd, fights for survival alongside his pregnant mother in a war-torn world. His life takes a sinister turn with the arrival of a mysterious traveler who claims to carry an urgent message for the royals. An opportunity bearer but at what cost? As night deepens, Oswald uncovers a shocking destiny that goes beyond mere survival. His night wanderings are no mere sleepwalking; they are tied to the dreadful beast that haunts his village. This wolf-like creature prowls the valley, bringing dread as the specter of war looms closer. Blood will flow, loyalties will be tested, and Oswald must face the beast within as he strides the perilous path between humanity and monstrous power.

Mayline · Fantasy
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259 Chs

Capitulation

Since most of their clothes were torn apart, the church kindly gave the foreign soldiers some clothing. Nothing they could wear in front of the monster, after being warned.

One day walking did put a toll on the team. The trees became scarce and the size of the shadows was neigh-immeasurable when the sun reached its highest.

Only the wolves wouldn't complain about the dry weather and the sun that colored the soldier's skin in shades of red. Rowan was the most affected by their environment but refrained from complaining about it. still he needed to kill time to avoid thinking about his suffering toes.

"Man, I've never walked this much in so less time, this hike is killing me." He said to Harlow.

"Now that we're down the slope, we can thank the flat land here. There are a few hills indeed but our road seems to cut though, thankfully."

Marks, one finger up, asked.

"Can't we all ride the big wolf to get to Madrid faster?"

All turned toward the source of the joke.