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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 · Fantasia
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259 Chs

Lost on the battlefield

He saw the hate in the Spaniard's eyes. He saw every negative feelings the man had toward him, not knowing who he was still viscerally wanting to kill the man.

'That's right, they're following orders... They have to obey. They hated us even before I entered this camp anyway. What if I let him land his hit? Would he stop his struggle after achieving this little victory? I don't think so.'

As long as the hit would strike something else than his head, he wouldn't move and awaited for the hit.

Clank!

The sword was deviated from its trajectory by another sword.

"Soldier! The hell you're doing?" Asked his saviour, ending the soldier's life.

"I don't know, I need to think a little more..." He replied, lazily getting up before walking toward the battlefield as if it was desert.

But the hand that grabbed him back was enough to stop him. He felt weak, unable to understand what led him to inflict this much damage in one night.