Sanibonani! Umlingo at your service. Who has the pleasure of meeting the future 'King of Knaves'? Krystallia holds many secrets and with secrecy comes hidden treasure. No, I'm not talking about mere gold, but magical amulets, weapons which are attuned to the elements, and other items that have been previously seen as myth. Unfortunately, in the search of one particular lore, I find myself captive by a beautiful, but intimidating, noblewoman of the Sumerki Elves. How can I rid myself of an enchanted tower? Alas, I must shake the hands of a Teufel and become indebted to a devil!

Umlingo the Rogue Warlock is created by Khala Grace, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

Umlingo the Rogue Warlock

I am left behind. All one can do in times like these is reflect. I lay my head back on the wall while staring at my dry bread. 'So, this is how it ends, from fish to stale rolls?' Negativity often draws more negative experiences. Such a thought provokes a memory.


While standing by the window, I gaze outside past our estate. The sun hangs behind a cloud as a storm approaches. My twin brother catches me off guard. 


"Ungakwenzi lokho!" I scold him with red cheeks.


"You're embarrassed!" He laughs and places an arm around my shoulder. "Why don't we play in the mud?"


"Because it's dirty?" I slink down towards the floor.


I place my head against the wall. 'I don't feel like playing today.' My thoughts are unlike my typical mischievous self. Yet, I cannot seem to gather enough energy to smile. 'So how can I even play?' Besides, ubaba would be angry with us if we enter the house covered in mud.


Chapter 16: Left Behind