Patricia Martin
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Wolves howled in the distance, facing the dominant moon in the middle of the night sky that gave way to light. Small and large freckles of stars shimmered, and a cooling, yet dangerous feeling enveloped the atmosphere. Through a small opened window, from which this dangerous feeling leaked, could be seen a young boy sleeping on his small yet well-crafted bed. Lyrian was smiling in his sleep. He couldn't help it, he was proud. Loud winds howled outside, able to be heard even from the inside, but…-
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"I understand." Alten said, putting his hand on Rylan's shoulder. Rylan raised his head, looking at Alten with teary eyes. Clearly, this was a devastating and ruthless decision to make. However, it was the right one in the end. "Go to your parents, Rylan. No matter what, I won't let your life go to waste. I promise that to you, as your friend." Alten said, his brave words carrying a sense of love and genuine empathy.? Lyrian looked at Alten and saw a kind person. This was enough to make him smile.…
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As the sun began to drift below the horizon, Lyrian, Leon, Alten, and Rylan made it back to the transparent blue dome--the epicenter of the Tasnan Wilderlands--in one piece. They all cracked jokes and laughed while returning, enjoying what they knew would be their last moments in the exam. They all looked normal, except, Lyrian had a black headband on. They stepped inside, feeling the vibe of the quiet center. Many kids still lurked around. Some were full of anxiety, too scared to go after the Golden…
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Lyrian dropped down in front of Silvus. He walked forward, nearing the boy whose legs had already given out. Right now, even if Silvus wanted to, he wouldn't be able to get up. A flurry of emotions swelled up within him. He felt like crying, his entire world crumbling before him as he stared at the damned monster in front of him. Throughout his entire life, he had never come so close to wanting to end it all. He had pondered from birth, and even he knew this, but to have a random kid, a peasant at…
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With Spade eliminated, Lyrian took in a fresh breath. He waved his right hand in the air, the one that blew Spade into the wall. "Wow... you are even stronger than I imagined." Glis took a few steps forward as she spoke. Lyrian turned around to face her. 'Silandra, huh? I don't have any specific opinions on her. If she tries to fight me... then I'll just eliminate her as well.' Lyrian thought to himself, observing the girl walk for a short bit, before stopping. She paused, staring at Lyrian for…
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"K--" ... "Ka--haha!" Lyrian broke out into a laugh. "Ugh... your smile is getting annoying now. What's the point in laughing when you know you are faced with someone you cannot beat? It's saddening, honestly. Have you gone mad or something?" Spade spoke with Disdain, slightly annoyed at this point. "I'll show you why you shouldn't be laughing right now." Spade brandished his long, silver blade. He hovered it in the air, pointing it at Lyrian. "Finally... it's time to fight." Lyrian didn't…
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The two chasers stopped, both of them panting slightly. Spade scanned the room, searching for any exits. 'He can't leave...' He assured, allowing himself to calm down as he took in a deep breath. 'But why. Why is he sleeping? Why is he smiling? It all makes no sense. He was running, afraid of failing this exam, just like a coward--only moments ago. Now, he looks like he's having the time of his life...' Spade couldn't grasp his mind around this randomness. 'What a fucking odd human being. He…
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Lyrian looked back at the Magma Dwellers as he chuckled slightly. His plan had worked. Since they were pushing so hard, if they suddenly had no need to do so, their balance would of course be broken. Looking forward again, his smile instantly dropped. Spade and Glis turned the corner, appearing right in front of him with determined gazes in their eyes. Without hesitation, Spade threw his sword at Lyrian with force. Glis enchanted her wand, throwing an ice spike his way. With the golden core already…
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Lyrian knew he didn't have much more time left. Standing on the circular platform, another key materialized in front of him. For a second, he was tempted to grab it but quickly imagined that it would only lead to the tower top. "Spade and Glis are probably on their way. They are smart, they would figure out how to get near me somehow. I need to be fast." Lyrian said, dashing towards a certain hallway. "This is my last one, but it will have to do. I'm almost out of mana anyways..." Lyrian took…
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As the three entered the hole, the ice jabbing into Silvus' hand had nearly all melted by now, having been in contact with his warm blood for quite a while. Suddenly, as his hand became more and more freed, a flashback appeared in his mind. It was of the time when he lost to Lyrian in the preliminaries, and was met by his brother, Zysrial, in the medical room soon after. *** His brother stood before him, a domineering presence, with his hands crossed and his expression shadowed. Silvus couldn't…
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