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The Deceitful One

With the advent of steam power, mankind has advanced and ushered in the industrial revolution. This is the age of steam locomotives, automatons, guns, and cannons, as well as curses, magic, artifacts, and the occult. Hidden in the shadows are a group of extraordinary people who wield enormous power and strange abilities that normal people cannot even begin to comprehend. They are known as Transcendents! Bryan, a wily thief with a penchant for mischief, lost his parents at a very young age and was forced to live on the streets. That is until his whole life turned around when he was shown the Path to becoming a Transcendent. The Theft Path specializes in deceit and illusions. It can steal everything under the heavens. Even the powers, thoughts, and lives of others. Follow Bryan on his journey through this dangerous and treacherous world as he steals from gods and robs the mortals. This is the story of The Deceitful One. *** My novel has a steampunk world setting, so expect a lot of steam-powered technology as well as retro-looking futuristic inventions. Furthermore, there will be churches, secret organizations, and cults. So if you're a fan of LotM—which I have taken inspiration from btw—you will definitely like my novel. Also, this is my first attempt at writing a novel so you might find some mistakes here and there. Just know that I'm constantly trying to improve. Cheers! *** https://discord.gg/ZwFUa2zM

PandaDumpling · 奇幻
分數不夠
264 Chs

Authentic

The basement of the construction site was pretty vast. There were iron bars, sacks of cement, large wooden crates, and other building materials kept in different places.

On the other side of the basement, there was a makeshift wooden door guarded by two burly figures in black cloaks.

Andrew, Bryan, and Elijah walked across the basement and came in front of the two burly figures.

Without exchanging any greetings, the burly figure on the left asked, "What has thirteen hearts but no other organs?"

"A deck of cards," Andrew answered without hesitation. At the same time, he brought his right hand forward and gestured a series of numbers with his fingers.

The burly figure was silent for a few moments. Then he stepped aside and gestured to the trio, "You may enter."

Andrew stepped forward and pushed the wooden door open, Bryan and Elijah followed behind him.

There was a short narrow passage after one entered through the door. The walls of the passage had gas lamps embedded in them.