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THE FOOL : ERA OF MYSTERIES BEGINS

In the heart of the steampunk city of Babel, Jesper awakens to a world forever changed. After mysteriously rising from his own grave, he finds himself disoriented and alone without anything but the fool card. Clutching a cryptic letter from his uncle and a sinister Fool card, Jesper is thrust into a labyrinth of secrets and unexplainable mysteries. Navigating the bustling, gear-laden streets of Babel, Jesper encounters enigmatic figures and uncovers hidden truths about the city’s dark underbelly. Each step deeper into the mystery reveals a city teeming with magical realism—where machines whisper secrets and the line between the living and the dead blurs. Jesper's journey is marked by unsettling encounters and haunting visions, pushing him to question the nature of reality and his own sanity. Guided by the Fool card’s cryptic clues, he must unravel the truth behind his resurrection and the sinister forces at play. As Jesper delves deeper, he discovers a hidden network of night hunters and arcane practitioners who hold the key to Babel’s dark secrets. In a world where magic and machinery intertwine, Jesper must navigate treacherous alliances and deadly enemies to uncover the truth and reclaim his lost life. "This is the beginning of the Fool's journey within the abyss - or should i say mine is." - Jesper Hasington.

DivineCrimson · Fantasia
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71 Chs

Heightening Pressure

Lady Sena, her gaze sharp and inquisitive, was the first to break the silence. "Mr. Jesper," she began with an air of casual authority, "I am curious about an event from the past. During the reign of King Alistair, there was a failed betrayal by one of his closest advisors. How did the king become aware of this treachery?"

"Here it comes!" I thought as The question struck straight on my façade. My knowledge of history, limited and superficial, had mostly focused on major events and well-known figures of alentris kingdom. I had not delved deeply into specific incidents or the intricate details of their resolutions. This was one of those moments I dreaded—where my academic façade would be tested against real-world questions.