Daniel Thompson
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As we left the room, Genny and Garret both showered me with praises, "Lumiere, your idea was brilliant!" Genny exclaimed as Garret nodded furiously in agreement. I beamed with pride, and just as I was about to thank them, I realized there was an even greater opportunity at hand. "Actually, I also tricked those two with amidst my counter offer," I said with a sly grin. "The minerals they gave us were worth 350,000 copper coins. That's the equivalent of 3,500 silver coins! We can sell it for an even…-
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As we rode our horses back to the royal capital, the weight of what we had accomplished hung heavy on our minds. The Knights of the Cross had done their duty and secured the safety of the eastern border, while Garret, Genny, and I had gathered every scrap of loot we could find. Despite the victory, a sense of sadness lingered among us as we thought about the knights who lost their lives in the line of duty. Garret, always the talkative one, tried to lift the mood with a bit of humor. "So, who's going to…
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As it turned out, the Dark Mage was far more strategic and cunning than we had initially thought. Using a powerful illusion, he had fooled us all into thinking he was defeated. But just as we let our guard down, he revealed his true form and deviously snuck up behind Garret. Garret spun around, his sword at the ready, but it was too late. The Dark Mage unleashed a dark spell that caused shadows to spring to life, cutting through the air like knives. Garret dodged to the side, narrowly avoiding…
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As we approached the Dark Mage's tower, two massive serpent creatures crept out of the shadows. They were Xerovanian Anacondas, and I knew they were not to be trifled with. These Rank C monsters were known for their incredible strength and the venom that they could inject through their fangs. But Garret and Genny barely batted an eye. They had faced worse, they said. The real danger, they thought, was the Dark Mage himself. I warned them otherwise, but the two foolhardy knights were set on impressing…
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The borders that the Dark Mage was heading towards were the eastern mountain range that marked the boundary between the Council's domain and the neighboring kingdoms. The mountains were rugged and treacherous, and the area was sparsely populated, making it an ideal place for the Dark Mage to gather his forces without attracting attention. I'd been traveling with the Knights of the Cross for several days now, and they were making good progress towards their destination. The horses were fairly fast.…
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As today's early sunrays streamed through the tall glass windows into the grand study, I found myself surrounded by vast shelves filled with books, scrolls, and other artifacts from across the world, each overflowing with knowledge waiting to be discovered. My half-brother and the Crown Prince, Arthur, stood beside me, holding a large stack of books, eager to show me the section on literature from other continents. "Here we are," Arthur said, gesturing towards the shelves to our right. "This is where we…
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In the Royal Capital. The Royal Capital was a grand city, with towering spires and palatial buildings that gleamed in the sunlight. Its streets were wide and paved with cobblestones, lined with shops and businesses bustling with activity. As the capital of the kingdom, it was home to the king's palace, a sprawling complex of courtyards and gardens enclosed by high walls. The city was full of diverse races. Elves with pointed ears and graceful movements mingled with dwarves, who were stout and hardy,…
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It was the year 464. One day, I realized that I was already eighteen years old. The moment I noticed how much I had grown, it dawned on me that I was almost an adult. Despite my age, I had not yet made much of an impact on the world, which went against All-Father's wishes for me. I couldn't help but wonder how I'd somehow missed my own tenth birthday. I did receive gifts from my father and some of my half-siblings, but not everyone acknowledged my existence. As I studied different…
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It was I against the goblins, and I prepared myself for whatever would come next. The goblins were tricky creatures, so it was a bit of a relief that they waited for me to make the first move. At the same time, it was also concerning as they may be waiting to spring a trap on me. Just thinking about it was stressful, especially since I was only eight years old. Normally, a child my age would struggle to take down even one goblin, regardless of their Rank F status. But I wasn't your average…
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The next day. It was night already. I casually strolled through the mansion. The ballroom was still being cleaned up, the party yesterday-- quite eventful. Genny spotted me and beamed. "Lumiere, did you see the amazing gifts I got? I can't wait to show you!" I couldn't help but smile at Genny's excitement, even though her constant chatter could be exhausting at times. "Of course, I can't wait to see them." (Lumiere) Just as Genevieve was about to start telling me all about her gifts, a…
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