Jessica Brown
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The fire Dragon, Ugram. It was an existence that had stood as a guardian for the Mauryan empire for centuries, its formidable presence deterring any would-be attackers from other kingdoms. The people of Mauryan felt secure and protected, their faith in Ugram unwavering. And that was the reason why the fire dragon, Ugram was called as the 'Guardian deity of the great Mauryan.' Everything was normal until that day... That day...everything changed. The empire was struck by an unprecedented disaster,…
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"Spare me," I pleaded, desperation lacing my voice, hoping to appeal to any ounce of mercy he might possess. "I can't," he responded coldly, his tone leaving no room for negotiation. Of course, I knew that wouldn't work. This man, a thief who had stolen a valuable artifact, would never spare me. Reporting him to the authorities would only incite a relentless pursuit, something he undoubtedly wanted to avoid. "However, I am in a good mood today, so I will give you a painless death," he taunted, his…
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"Everybody's dead?" I whispered, my voice trembling with a mix of fear and disbelief. A monstrous figure loomed before me, casting an eerie shadow over the lifeless bodies strewn across the ground. The cold air sent shivers down my spine, intensifying the dread that gripped my heart. Suddenly, the figure tossed something in my direction. My eyes followed its path, and my heart sank as I saw it roll to a stop at my feet. "....!!" Blood soaked my feet as I gazed down at it. "Ro...Roger..!!" I…
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-Step More than 30 minutes had passed running through the woods. Step by step, I pushed myself to continue running through the dense forest, feeling the weight of exhaustion bearing down on my body. Every thump of my heart reverberated in my ears, urging me to keep moving despite the pain and fatigue. -Thump -Step -Thump -Step The pursuit behind me was relentless, a dozen or more men chasing me as if their lives depended on it. Their persistence both frustrated and fueled my determination to…
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"Arh....!" I groaned as the blinding sunlight reflected off the polished blade, momentarily blinding me. The soldier, mounted on his majestic war horse, swung his sword with deadly precision, aimed directly at me. Each glint of light on the blade seemed to taunt me, a reminder of the imminent danger. I could see it. The sharp edge of the sword getting closer to me. 'Ah...I need to dodge' With every inch the sharp edge of the sword drew closer, I desperately tried to muster the strength to dodge. But…
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"The journey will be long, and we need to arrive at the great forest of titans as soon as possible. I hope no one will waste time on idle things," Elric, now the de facto group leader, declared as they descended from the portal at the capital. Eren's group had made thorough preparations for their upcoming trip and had finally reached the capital of the Mauryan Empire. Their plan was to stay the night and set out at dawn the next morning. Initially, Eren had suggested finding accommodation at a tavern,…
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"Never underestimate the folks in the Yalindor Region," Professor Joshua cautioned, regaining his composure. "People in Yalindor are known for their kindness, and it's important to show appreciation, but don't confuse that kindness for weakness. You'll come to understand this soon enough..." With these mysterious words, Professor Joshua wrapped up his briefing, leaving the group feeling uneasy. His initial reaction upon hearing the name "Yalindor" had been suspicious, and he had divulged very…
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What is the most crucial quality for a spy? Is it the ability to lie convincingly, the talent to blend seamlessly into different environments, or the skill to change one's identity? While all these attributes play a part, the paramount quality for a spy is the ability to conceal their emotions. A spy must never reveal their true feelings, fortifying themselves against any emotional impact; this is what distinguishes a remarkable spy. However, just moments ago, Professor Joshua had let his true emotions…
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The Gupta Kingdom, a huge territory encompassing a land which was about a fifth of the current Mauryan Empire's size. Situated to the north of the Eastern continent, it boasted fertile lands and prosperity, making it a really perfect region for people to flourish. Positioned with the great expanse of the Great Northern Sea at its rear, the Gupta Kingdom strategically leveraged its access to maritime routes, fostering change and trade not only with the Eastern continent but also with different distant…
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Selena Everhart. A fourth year student of the Frejlord academy who possessed extraordinary magical abilities, including the rare gift of holy magic, which was treated as a precious ability. Hailing from the household of Everheart Marquise, she had reached the pinnacle of 5-star mastery as a mage and was on the verge of reaching 6-star level. In terms of sheer strength and battle ability, she held a prestigious position within the top 20 students among the fourth-year class, it was even when considering…
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