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

Alfredo froze in his movements as his body began to tremble in fear. He turned around slowly and then immediately knelt down, his head smashing against the ground, "P-Please forgive me, master!"


Sean stood right before him as he narrowed his eyes, "Tell me, Alfredo. How old are you?"


Alfredo replied, while still in the kneeling position, "136 years old, master."


He knew he had almost committed a grave mistake. His master had planned this for over a decade and he almost ruined everything just because he wasn't able to control his anger.


"A 136 years old Rank 2 Transcendent," Sean raised his foot and gently put it on Alfredo's head, "Goaded by a kid who is barely 19 years of age. What do you have to say to that, Alfredo?"


Alfredo's body trembled as he felt his master's foot on his head. Cold sweats began to drip from his forehead and a shiver ran down his spine, "I-I made a mis-arrrrggghhh"


Reunion