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 smiled, "That was quicker than I expected."


Connor laughed heartily, "I must act quickly on this opportunity. After all, it's not every day that you receive a revelation from God!"


Bryan mocked him inwardly, 'Kekk, you fool!'


But on the surface, he displayed a pious expression, "Praise the Goddess!"


"Praise the Goddess!" Connor replied with a genuinely happy smile.


Meanwhile, the butler and Mrs. Winchester stared at the duo and wondered if they were right in the head. Although they too believed in the Goddess but clearly didn't believe in the fact that a deity had sent a revelation to Connor.


Especially Mrs. Winchester! She angrily scrutinized Bryan from top to bottom, wondering if he had swindled his husband or something. Apart from his good clothes and average appearance, she couldn't read anything else.


But she knew better than most that looks could be deceiving and to never judge a book by its cover.


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