《The adventures of a not-so suspicious individual》Chapter 3
Advertisement
Chapter 3
The dust from the earlier impact seems to subside… the sound of war cries and clanging of metal can be heard once more… my visions blurs… I feel a tug as someone seems to be carrying me… the last question in my mind before I fall into unconsciousness, "Where am I?"
***
"Where are we Jack?!" "Mas..ter, we seem to ha..ve come.. across.. a battle…field" Gazing over at Jack. "Yes I can see that Jack, thank you for stating the obvious." "So..rr..y, I… will.. do bett..er next.. ti..me.." Jack mumbles.
"Dammit Jack please stop stuttering, speak clearly"
"Y..es.. For..give.. me…" as Jack continues to stutter.
Sighing, I gaze upon the chaos down below. Having just escaped the terrifying forest behind me, I recall the many beasts I encountered. To be honest I'm not sure if you could actually call them beasts… perhaps behemoths would be more appropriate. The fact that I am still alive has of course nothing to do with my outstanding survival abilities neither my combat strength but precisely because I made a smart decision in picking Jack as my apprentice.
Jack seems to be a beast tamer of sorts. Though I don't think he really looks the part however it is a fact that the beasts did not dare come near us. They also seemed to follow Jack's commands. Jack later informed me that they are in fact magical beasts… taking a moment to process what Jack said… before realising magical beasts are a figment of one's imagination.. the look in my eyes deepen as I realise the implications behind this.. you question Jack's physiological state.
Jack watches on from a distance as I stand there seemingly deep in thought while I overlook the battlefield… "is Master about to finally demonstrates his full capabilities.. it seems like the battlefield before us could barely be called qualified for that…" Jack eagerly looks on…
Advertisement
As I focus back on the situation at hand, the situation does not look all that optimistic. The forest looming behind me and the war raging on in front, left with little options I contemplate whether camping up on this cliff would be the safest solution.. the armies should not notice us.. we are but two simple travelers just trying to make our way in life… a bright light shoots into the sky… both armies proceed to advance in your direction…
"dammit Jack what did you do now.."
"….."
***
A little while earlier
Command tent
A large topographic battle-map is laid out… with strategic chess pieces sprawled about… a sharp-looking figure can be seen maneuvering each piece with frightening speed. It is evident that this man's strategic abilities are outstanding. Mountain ranges can be seen towards the east, rivers flow throughout the region… more prominently to the west a dense forest seems to stretch endlessly..
"General Kening, we have just received report that two figures have been sighted walking out of The Night Forest!"
"What did you say, don't just spout nonsense"
"It is verified sir… in addition... well…"
"What is it.. just spit it out.."
"Well … they seem to be mystics.."
A fist slams on the battle map scattering the chess pieces.. "Damn mystics.. they think they can come and go as they please, as if this is their backyard.. no… I will not allow it"
The commander takes a moment to silently ponder, different scenarios appear in his mind before one is pushed to the forefront of his mind…a cold smile surfaces on his face.
"Send word to the oppositions camp, we will temporarily hold a truce. We request for their assistance in dealing with these mystics, in return we will give up part of this westward region to them…"
Advertisement
"Sir I think you should reconsider, mystics personalities are somewhat strange, I have heard…"
"You dare! What have you heard…?" the scout awkwardly stands there not daring to utter a sound. A smug look appears on the commanders face "Send word… those mystics will not see the sun rise tomorrow…"
***
A man awakens.. ".. this is!?" a figure in dark robes lies in the stretcher beside him
To be Continued.
Advertisement
- In Serial28 Chapters
Candor: The Forgotten House
*** Please read note below *** As a 16-year-old mage from a powerful family, Jayce Candor had known from a young age what his future would hold. As the fourth son in his family the possibility of him becoming the heir to the household was very small. But, with his talent as a mage, his potential accomplishments in the military could lead to titles of nobility and political power. However, on what would otherwise be an unremarkable night, everything he had ever known, the only people he ever cared for, and all of the plans for his future were destroyed. House Candor, one of the six great houses that helped build the Eldoran Empire had been erased from history. By imperial decree, all those bearing the name Candor were hunted down and executed as traitors of the Empire. With no home, no family, and only death waiting for him, Jayce decided to escape north to the uncharted Northern Territories to begin a new life. Forced into situations he was never prepared for and trying to cope with his past, Jayce tries to find safety in a place spoken about only in legends. There for the first time, he will make true friends and find people he will come to see as family. He will encounter strong enemies, build powerful alliances, and become a person his ancestors would be proud of. But surrounded by creatures he thought only existed in tales and pressed by the Empire’s constant expansion, Jayce’s safety may be only an illusion. To survive a world fraught with danger Jayce will need to grow stronger with each new experience and rebuild his once forgotten house. ********************************************************************** Note: The story starts slow. Although there is more action as the story progresses, there is a fair amount of introspection and character introduction in the first 30 chapters. Jayce is the main character, however, other characters play a large role and the story is seen through multiple POV's. This is a draft, it is not a finished work. This is not a story that focuses on an OP MC who beats up on weaklings. At times there can be a fair amount of internal monologue. Some of that may be edited out when I rewrite the story. I decided to keep it in the draft because I think it is better to have too much material rather than too little when I edit. Constructive criticism is appreciated as it helps in the editing and rewriting process. Check out my other story Shattered Mind here
8 290 - In Serial41 Chapters
Dream Chaser
When I was born, I was discarded as worthless for I had no sense of Energy currents. When I became the sword of the realm, I was disowned. Now that I was one vote away from passing an edict of equality between Energy users and not, I had my life’s work burned in my hands. “Who are you to change this world, silly boy?” the true ruler of the empire, the head councilman, asked me. There could only be one answer. Your son. Elecar Winteridge, 7 B.S. (Before the Scourge) ________________________________ Ragnarök, judgement day or the day of reckoning. Every religion and cult has foretellings of the final day. For most people it is just an old tale, something to frighten misbehaving children or a tool for scaring the masses. But for Shea and her world this became a despairing reality. Forests turned into deserts and seas became salt lakes. Continents were smashed together, becoming one or disappearing without a trace. The whole world was covered in the ashes of fires. When Shea awoke in her shelter, not only was she injured but everyone and everything she knew was gone. All she had left were her memories and the innate talent to use the shaping ability to aid in her survival. _________________________________ Author of Flight of Icarus Member of Scribble
8 116 - In Serial20 Chapters
Walter of the Apocalypse Book 1 Exile of Valhalla
Walter is not your average 16-year-old kid surviving in an apocalypse. He is a trained warrior exiled from the interdimensional city of Valhalla where they train every citizen to fight The Darkness infecting the multiverse and killing planets. Through the use of The System and his knowledge of archetype worlds and apocalypses, he will jump world to world doing quests for The System. His biggest issue though is through all his training social interactions was never one of them.
8 208 - In Serial8 Chapters
Roma
I stood at the top of the game, but was forced to abandon my true dream.Now that I have another shot, I won't let it slip away again~ Renata Cassius was the teen prodigy of the game 'Ambush', holding the title of best player in the world. But her real dream was beyond that - it was to stand at the top of a pro scene, to lead a team to victory. And with the release of 'Legend', an unknown quantity in the world of Full Dive VR games, she might just have the chance she's been looking for.
8 149 - In Serial47 Chapters
ACCIDENTAL
"he thinks i'm his mother?""and he thinks i'm his father..." ( CHANGKYUN | © monxsthetic. 2019 )#9 in monstaxfanfiction (20.07.06)#7 in monstaxfanfiction (20.07.08)#2 in monstaxfanfiction (20.08.15)
8 116 - In Serial35 Chapters
Ascension VR
2021, Apex Corporation is about to release the first Virtual Reality game - Ascension. The whole world is anticipating the release. The objective of the game: rise to the top, no matter what path you chose and break through mortal limits to... Ascend. Surpassing limits has always been humanity's strength, but are there lines we should not cross? In a game which blurs the lines between virtual and reality, find out what lies beyond...
8 579
Prev Chap
Next Chap
Chap List
Boy
Girl
