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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

Faint smile

"Where are we going?" Asked Chloe, hardly sitting on her stead.

Gregor turned his head and gave her his most sincere smile. "My home! My father is waiting for me!" He could feel the shackles of the camp letting go of his ankles. He could feel the weight of the many lives that perished under his sword ascend to the sky and leave his shoulders, his duty was done.

Sweat drops rolled down his neck, something was obviously wrong, but he couldn't pinpoint what it was.

The woman spoke louder than the heavily galloping rides. "Wasn't this what you wished for?"

"It is, but I don't understand... Why me? Why now? Can you imagine a soldier being let go of the camp this lightly? Being dismissed without consequence, for him to live a better life? That's a first! It's fishier than the river! All of those who managed to do the same ended up six feet under, and people spat on their graves saying they were traitors, deserters..."