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

Almost two hours later, Andrew angrily got up from his seat and threw his hole cards on the table, "Fuck! Bryan, are you cheating?"


Olivia, who was always expressionless, now had her eyebrows furrowed together as she too looked at Bryan intently. 


Elijah and Henry simply had dejected expressions on their faces as they continued to finish their drinks. Although they knew they would end up losing to Bryan, it felt really disappointing when it did happen.


Meanwhile, Bryan had a smug look on his face as he grabbed all the money on the table and brought it closer to him.


Completely ignoring Andrew and Olivia, he started counting the money with relish. Looking at Bryan's pleased expression caused Andrew and Olivia to get even more annoyed.


"Fuck this! I need a drink." Andrew stormed out of the room in frustration. 


"Hmph!" Olivia too snorted at Bryan and left the room.


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