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Shadows of Justice

Please support my WPC FEB - MAR 2024 Fantasy Entry In a world plagued by crimes and unsolved mysteries, our protagonist Ezekiel, also known as the Shepherd, stands out as a renowned and enigmatic criminal. His true identity remains shrouded in secrecy, known only by his elusive alias. Possessing exceptional intelligence, charisma, and an unwavering sense of justice, Ezekiel often takes matters into his own hands. Despite being wrongfully convicted of a crime, his brothers manage to orchestrate a daring prison break, urging him to lie low and abandon his ties to their organization, acting solely out of brotherly love. With a looming death sentence and a void to fill, Ezekiel embarks on a transformative journey by seeking a friendly doctor to undergo a facial transplant, effectively assuming a new identity. In a surprising turn of events, he becomes a student of a specialized detective school composed of extraordinary individuals who unravel peculiar mysteries. Ezekiel main goal is to find out what/who killed his father seek revenge and clear his name. And with the help of his MystiQ System he will. "I will gonna kill the person who killed my father even if it's the last thing I do in this world." Other Tags: Revenge, Dark and Egoist

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6 Chs

MysticQ System

Ezekiel wakes up, rubbing his face as he tries to shake off the remnants of sleep. "What time is it?" he mutters, slowly getting up. He stumbles into a nearby room and glances at the clock. "9 AM? It's morning already. Did I sleep through the entire day?"

Feeling a sense of disorientation, Ezekiel decides to check the news for updates on the unfolding events. He searches for the TV remote and, upon finding it, turns on the television. The first channel that appears is broadcasting news, and the headlines send a shock through Ezekiel. They are discussing how he, Ezekiel, allegedly killed Mr. Jones. Flipping through channels doesn't offer any respite; the news coverage seems to be ubiquitous, all pointing fingers at him.

"What the hell?" he exclaims, his disbelief growing. The gravity of the situation sinks in as he witnesses news reports detailing not only the accusations but also the funeral proceedings for Mr. Jones.

"He's being buried, and I'm not there, really?" Ezekiel's words hang heavy in the air, a mixture of frustration and disbelief echoing in the room. The absence of Ezekiel at the funeral adds another layer of complexity to the unfolding mystery, intensifying the urgency for him to navigate the intricate web of deceit that surrounds him.

Feeling a surge of frustration and disbelief, Ezekiel abruptly turns off the TV, unable to bear the continuous stream of false accusations. As the room plunges into silence, Ezekiel's mind races, desperately seeking a solution to the mounting mysteries surrounding Mr. Jones's death. In a moment of clarity, he recalls the enigmatic book that Mr. Jones had once mentioned—a book that supposedly held the key to unraveling the intricacies of his demise.

In a determined stride, he heads towards the bookshelves where the golden book should be, only to find an unsettling emptiness. Panic flickers briefly in his eyes as he frantically scans each shelf, desperately hoping for a glimpse of the familiar cover. To his dismay, the golden book is nowhere to be found, shattering his expectations.

In a moment of realization, Ezekiel recalls Mr. Jones's penchant for secrecy. A surge of determination replaces his initial frustration, prompting him to expand his search beyond the confines of the expected. The house holds hidden corners and concealed spaces, each potentially harboring the elusive golden book. With newfound resolve, Ezekiel begins a thorough exploration of the house,

Navigating through the corridors of the house, Ezekiel's determination leads him to an unexpected discovery. He stumbles upon a room that had long been overlooked, its door slightly ajar, revealing a dimly lit interior. As he cautiously pushes the door open, the room unfolds as a forgotten library, where sunlight softly filters through dusty windows.

In one corner, an unassuming wooden shelf draws Ezekiel's attention. Upon closer inspection, he discovers an ornate, antique box tucked away behind some old books. Intrigued, he carefully opens the box to reveal the elusive golden book resting inside. The room seems to hold its breath as Ezekiel lifts the book from its concealed abode.

The golden book, with its mysterious aura, captivates him. The pages seem to beckon with the promise of answers and revelations. As Ezekiel settles into an aged armchair, tracing his fingers over the intricate patterns etched onto its cover. In a moment of inadvertent carelessness, a small cut appears on one of his fingers, and a drop of blood stains the cover as he opens the book. The crimson offering seems to merge with the ancient symbols, forming an unexpected connection between Ezekiel and the mystical contents within.

As he flips through the pages, a sense of frustration builds within him. Every page, except the first, appears blank, as if the knowledge within resists revealing itself too quickly. Ezekiel's patience wears thin, and he can't help but express his exasperation. "What the hell! Where are the things you wrote? I saw you with this book almost every day, and you mean to tell me all you could write was your name and MYSTIQ?" he mutters in frustration he throws the book on to the ground.

Suddenly, a peculiar occurrence disrupts the air around him. Out of nowhere, a female voice resonates within his mind, a voice that seems to transcend the physical space. "[Activating 0%... 1%... 10%... 25%... 35%... 75%... 98%... 99%... 100%]"

Dumbfounded, Ezekiel is left questioning the origin of the mysterious voice echoing in his mind. "What the hell was that voice in my head?" he wonders aloud. Before he can make sense of it, the voice returns with a revelation that sends shivers down his spine. "[Congratulations, son of Christopher Jones, you are now the host of the MysticQ System.]"

Ezekiel is left in a state of shock, grappling with the implications of this unexpected inheritance. The golden book, once a reservoir of untold secrets, now appears to be the key to unlocking a power beyond his wildest imagination.