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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

It's all Andrew's Fault

Monday, 7th February 1581.

It was a cold winter evening and the sun was about to set, casting an orange hue across the darkening sky. Although the day was about to end, the Damascus Train Station was bustling with life.

The sounds of the steam trains blowing their horns could be heard even outside of the station as people went in and out through its two-way entrance.

Right outside the entrance to the train station, a black steam car was parked on the road. And Bryan was leaning against one of its doors as he smoked a cigarette.

He took a deep puff of the cigarette and inhaled the smoke as he felt the nicotine buzz. He glanced at the people around in a daze.

All sorts of people could be seen coming in and going out, businessmen in fine-tailored suits carrying briefcases, families with children and the elderly going on vacation, and even individuals who looked like they were embarking on a new journey in their life.