Before he could even think about it, Zeke's feet were already moving. In one swift motion, he scooped up Snow, slung her over his shoulder, and dashed for the shrubbery. He ignored her shrill shriek of protest and the questioning glances of the others — none of it mattered.
The only thing on his mind was the fear he had heard in the Dra...
2024-05-17 23:56:57 +0000 UTC View Post
A cold shiver ran down Zeke's spine, causing the hairs on his neck to prickle. Initially, their journey through the jungle had proceeded without incident. However, upon passing a small pond of fresh water, an unsettling sensation began to gnaw at his consciousness. An inexplicable sense of unease settled over him, hinting at the presence of unse...
2024-05-16 01:54:55 +0000 UTC View Post
As Zeke stepped out of the carriage, he immediately noticed the sun's position on the horizon, indicating that more time had passed than he had anticipated. However, the fading daylight became the least of his surprises as his eyes were greeted by a panorama of lush trees extending as far as the eye could see.
For a long moment, he simply ...
2024-05-13 23:52:18 +0000 UTC View Post
The Caravan was back on track, making good time. Vulcanos’ performance, though unexpectedly ferocious, had cleared their path at record speed. If nothing unforeseen happened, they would arrive at the border before nightfall.
Meanwhile, Zeke was inside the carriage looking after the unconscious Chimeroi. It had been a couple of hours sinc...
2024-05-10 23:12:33 +0000 UTC View Post
With the ascent of the morning sun, the stifling heat of the desert once again enveloped the land. Zeke could feel the intensity of the sun's rays penetrating through his clothing, baking the ground beneath his feet. The air shimmered, distorting the horizon, and even the occasional plant seemed to wilt.
However, today, the oppressive hea...
2024-05-08 23:35:27 +0000 UTC View Post
As the sun descended below the horizon, their small caravan set up camp nestled within a natural rock formation just beyond the territory of the crawlers. They opted to wait until daylight to confront the creatures. Upon emerging from the carriage, Zeke found his group already bustling with activity. Setting up camp had become a well-practiced r...
2024-05-06 21:17:44 +0000 UTC View Post
A rhythmic clatter broke Zeke’s concentration, making him open his eyes and blink around in confusion. The surroundings had been relatively silent, causing the noise to feel all the more jarring. He got up from his seat and looked out the small carriage window. It became immediately clear where the noise originated from.
The wide wheels...
2024-05-03 20:32:58 +0000 UTC View Post
A man smoothly glided between the trees, barely disturbing a leave as he hovered from crown to crown. His green-tinted uniform seamlessly blended with the foliage, rendering him almost invisible. Every inch of skin was covered, making his camouflage nearly flawless.
For all intents and purposes, it was a very sneaky approach, and he would ...
2024-05-01 13:35:09 +0000 UTC View PostHey there!
It's high time for another update and to address your concerns.
You may have noticed fewer chapters over the past two weeks. Don't worry; I'm perfectly fine and not suffering from writer's block. The reduced output was due to my focus on crafting a detailed outline for book 5.
Yo...
2024-05-01 13:21:33 +0000 UTC View Post
“Oi, laddie!”
The messenger’s voice was barely audible over the clanging of metal. As a result, none of the men looked up from their anvils. Frustrated, he was left with no choice but to enter the large smithy.
One by one, he passed by each of the roughly a dozen apprentices. They worked in pairs, a Metal Mage to work the ste...
2024-04-22 20:39:41 +0000 UTC View Post
The moment Zeke came into contact with Jaihar’s Soul, it was as if a dam had broken. Images and impressions streamed into him like an unending flood. It was a strange sensation, distinctly different from observing one’s own memories.
All of a sudden, Zeke remembered why he had wanted to avoid doing this again after the last time. The m...
2024-04-17 16:18:30 +0000 UTC View Post
Jaihar gazed up into the sky, squinting at the sunlight. If he didn’t know better, he would’ve thought the lizard familiar was purposefully positioning himself in front of the sun. However, he knew such a level of intellect and strategic thinking was impossible for the familiar of a measly True Mage.
But did he really?
He shaded...
2024-04-15 13:30:27 +0000 UTC View PostHey there, I thought I'd give you guys an update. Yes, I am still alive! Let me explain. The reason the current chapter is dragging so much is twofold:
First, I had a ton of extra work this week and couldn't spend as much time writing as I would have liked.
Second, and much more importantly, I've struggled to write the last few cha...
2024-04-12 23:54:50 +0000 UTC View Post
Zeke's words were met with a temporary silence, soon interrupted by a single clap echoing through the hall. All eyes turned to Veer Varun, the person responsible. The old man had a pleased smile on his face as he addressed the crowd.
“Excellent, excellent. It seems both parties have willingly agreed to the Yuddha. It has been quite a whi...
2024-04-08 20:40:10 +0000 UTC View Post
Upon hearing that name, Zeke’s eyes opened wide, and his jaw went slack. Jaihar? The person who had been running for his life for the last couple of days had outbid him?
This… wasn’t possible…
“Are you okay?” Aisha asked from beside him, the concern clear in her voice. She had been with him during their trip to the vault...
2024-04-05 13:16:58 +0000 UTC View PostSome of you have voiced your doubts or discontent about the change in the reason for which the Purebloods were being bought.
Let me explain my thought process:
I removed the breeding theme from the story not out of any moral concerns but because it didn't make sense given the world I've established.
For one, this system of slaver...
We first learned about purebloods in chapter 23 (The Veergati I). At the time, I told you guys they were used for breeding. However, that is not the case anymore. Don't worry; you'll not have to go back and read up on anything, as the changes will be explained in this chapter.
I think this fits the story far bette...
2024-04-02 04:42:01 +0000 UTC View Post
“The starting bid for this item is 500 gold, with each subsequent bid needing to be at least 100 gold higher. Any interested parties?”
This time, Zeke waited for the others to move first. He wasn't sure how much interest there was in an item like that, and he didn’t want to se...
2024-03-31 23:05:55 +0000 UTC View Post
The servant led them to a room on the second floor and gestured for them to enter with a practiced bow. There were dozens of similar rooms on either side, most likely each meant for a group of distinguished guests.
“Your lounge, honored guests,” the man said.
Aisha entered without a second thought, but Zeke paused. For a moment,...
2024-03-29 14:15:01 +0000 UTC View Post
The days rushed by in a blur, particularly for Zeke, who found himself getting little sleep during this time. Balancing his responsibilities as the leader of the Ember Scar Cartel and the owner of the Blackthorn Covenant with his plans for the city left him with scant moments for anything else.
Zeke was standing on top of the Black Tower,...
2024-03-25 16:50:48 +0000 UTC View PostI had a hard time writing this chapter and planning the pacing for the ending of book 4. There was much rewriting and reshuffling over the last few days, and it just didn't want to come together the way I wanted.
But don't fret! I am going to make up for the chapter I've missed, and you guys are most likely going to get a second one over t...
2024-03-22 16:48:32 +0000 UTC View Post
Leo was leaning forward, studying the three pieces of parchment arranged on the coffee table. Zeke settled onto the couch in front of him, patiently awaiting the conclusion of his perusal. It took him a few minutes to finish, and when he did, Leo sank back into the plush sofa and met Zeke’s eyes.
“About time it happened,” Leo said, ...
2024-03-22 16:45:12 +0000 UTC View Post
Zeke didn’t have to wait long for a human to be brought before him. Evidently, human Slaves were quite common around here.
With furrowed brows, he scrutinized the boy. He appeared to be around eight years old, with the caramel-colored skin typical of Korrovan natives. His body was thin, bordering on skeletal, a common sight in Undercity....
2024-03-18 20:26:33 +0000 UTC View Post
For a prolonged moment, silence lingered. Yet, Zeke knew all too well that many members wouldn't accept such an accusation lying down. Before they could voice their objections, however, a new voice interjected.
"Would you be willing to elaborate on your objectives?" a woman's voice cut through the tension, her tone soft and warm, reminisce...
2024-03-15 17:30:37 +0000 UTC View Post
For the first time since Zeke had woken up, he felt like the elders were taking him seriously. Until now, he had been treated like a prisoner to be interrogated, but now, the atmosphere had shifted ever so slightly.
Zeke wouldn’t let this chance slip by. It was time to get started on his plan. “I am the leader of the Ember Scar Cartel,...
2024-03-13 14:15:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Zeke found himself in the very same hall where he had negotiated with Naida and Hilda a few days earlier. Now, it was already time to say goodbye.
Ever since that day, he had spent all his time conducting interviews with the Slaves of the Blackthorn Covenant. The offer he extended to them mirrored the one he had given to the members of th...
At his blatant threat, many Chimeroi standing opposite Zeke clenched their fists or gripped their weapons. Even so, he wasn’t fooled. Their tense postures and flighty eyes told him all he needed to know. They weren’t confident in their chances.
It was highly likely that the only thing that had allowed the Blackthorn Covenant to rise to...
2024-03-08 19:14:58 +0000 UTC View Post
“Where are we going?”
Moros finally broke his silence. He had been following behind Zeke without a word, but now that the central district had come into view, curiosity seemed to have gotten the better of him.
“Why ruin the surprise?” Zeke asked with a cheeky grin.
Moros fell silent. The Death Mage had not asked anythin...
2024-03-07 00:25:37 +0000 UTC View Post
A few minutes later, Zeke arrived at the parlor. When he entered the room, he found that his core members were already present, and he immediately noticed the tension in the atmosphere.
Gravitas was sitting in a lounge chair, her eyes fixedly staring in one direction. Vulcanos was pacing around, circling the room like a shark. Ash was sitt...
2024-03-05 20:52:29 +0000 UTC View Post