PandaDumpling

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.

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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!

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The Deceitful One

Bryan entered the recreation room and saw Andrew, Elijah, and Henry sitting on the sofa and chatting with each other. 


He approached them and took a seat beside Henry and asked the trio, "Are you guys down to go out for a meal and some drinks?"


Henry shook his head and smiled, "You all go ahead. I was about to leave for home now anyway."


"Come on, Henry! One drink with us." Bryan urged.


However, Henry was adamant, "Sorry, no can do. Alcohol dulls my senses. You young ones go ahead and have some fun."


"Heh, you speak as if you're an old man. You're not even thirty!" Elijah scoffed.


Henry looked at Elijah and chuckled, "Yes, but I am old enough to not hang out with you kids. Plus, my mother is getting older, I need to be home and look after her."


He then got up and bid everyone farewell before he left the recreation room. Now it was just Bryan, Andrew, and Elijah left.


"So, you guys are coming right?" Bryan asked.


Damascus Clock Tower