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

Donald stated respectfully, "You see, Master, it is a custom in Nadir that whenever someone moves into a new house, they should host a small reception for their neighbors. 


"This is done so that the person can get accustomed to the city and at the same time also develop connections with other people. This is especially so for a wealthy businessman like you."


Bryan felt that this was reasonable. But at the same time, he also found it to be a drag. He couldn't help but complain, "Must I really do this? I can spend my precious time doing something much more productive."


After all, he felt that all these things didn't really matter much to him. He would rather meditate or go around scouring the city for ingredients required for his advancement.


However, to Donald who didn't know that Bryan was a transcendent, this meant a great deal. This was because he naturally wanted his master to gain a proper foothold in the city.


Reception