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[NB] 67. Surrounded

"I believe we have a lot to talk about, but time is of the essence," Vox said as he fully stepped out of the rift in space. Then, with a swish of his shadowy hand, a throne of darkness materialized, dominating the room with its ominous and commanding presence.

Vox took his seat—his two loyal servants didn't say a word.

Vox cleared his throat to draw unnecessary attention to himself and then addressed his two minions. "I reached the final floor of the Grand Dungeon. But, despite ...

[Tree] Chapter 9: Thunderstruck

Despite Ashlock's bold claims, his biology didn't agree with his newfound aversion to sleep. As the sun dipped below the horizon, a wave of fatigue assaulted his mind, and before he knew it, the sun had risen once again, and it was the start of a new day...

"I wish I had this power when I was a human," Ashlock grumbled as he reminisced about the many nights he spent gazing at the ceiling with the clock reading 5:00 am and his stomach grumbling. "Huh, being a tree isn't so bad after all?...

[Vampire] 120. Death Knight

A blonde-haired woman stormed down a corridor that reeked of human excrement. Her high heels clicked on the stone as she strode forth, but it was hard to hear her graceful movements over the screams and cries as she passed by many prison cells. Her breathing was ragged due to stress and unease. Her eyes darted left and right as she pulled the fur coat tighter around her slim figure—the night chills crept into her bones.

"Queen Elizabeth, I will ask that you stay right there." An armor...

[NB] 66. Necron in Turmoil

Toby grunted as he lifted an enormous wooden support beam that had gone flying and flattened a group of parked carriages. Everything around the Empire-facing gate was crushed, broken, frozen, or burned to cinders. A few Necron residents shifted through the rubble, yet despite their homes and businesses being decimated, they all had smiles. It had only been a few hours since Vox had appeared before the citizens and granted them immortality and nobility. In such a harsh world, where the average...

[Tree] Chapter 8: Grand Elder’s Declaration

"Is this a demonic tree spirit?"

Ashlock held his breath. If resisting Stella's Qi was like warding off a tsunami with a shovel, then the Grand Elders Qi was like throwing a pebble at a star—his death was inevitable if the Grand Elder deemed it so. Ashlock attempted to appear as harmless as possible. "I am a harmless humble tree mister. Please don't kill me." Obviously, the man couldn't hear his pitiful plea, but it was worth a try.

"I believe so, Elder." Stell...

[NB] 65. Demon Core

[World Core Linked]

Those words resounded like a bell in Victor's mind as the forbidden knowledge of the more expansive universe frizzled out and became background noise. Something seemed to crawl around his mind, building walls and sealing knowledge as if knowing it would corrupt him beyond repair.

"We meet again..."

Victor whirled around, but the Goddess's shadowy figure followed no matter where he looked. Was she inside his mind?...

[Tree] Chapter 7: Treeskip

Ashlock was in a tunnel—an endless tunnel where he could do nothing. No thoughts crossed his mind... no dreams of a better tomorrow. Nothing. Just steady progress to an eventual end. An end he knew was coming due to the timer ticking down. It was slow, so agonizingly slow.

[Hibernation: 32 Days]

Ashlock was trapped within his mind. The cursed skill he had employed kept his mind on the straight and narrow. Before, when he slept, time passed in the blink ...

[NB] 64. Demon Lord Arrives - Start of Book 2

Constantine was seated across from a very fluffy orange sloth, but his rather funny appearance was not to be taken lightly. Plutus, the head of the merchants guild, was a notable archmage and had immense influence over the Empire's politics.

The sloth let out a long sigh, took the golden-rimmed spectacles off, and carefully placed them onto the large oak desk he was seated behind. "You looking younger, Sir Constantine..." Plutus said with an amused tone. "Did the Demon Lord of Necron bu...

119. Framing the Prince

A firm hand landed on Damien's shoulder, causing him to scowl. "Yes?" He questioned the man standing behind him.

Edward shoved a small wooden box into Damien's ribs. "Damien. If you fail, don't bother coming back." King Edward's tired voice made Damien clench his teeth in anger, but he controlled himself. Flicking the King's hand off his shoulder, Damien took the wooden box, didn't say a word, and left the palace.

There was nothing to be said—time was of the essence. Damien stro...

[Tree] Chapter 6: Snacks Before Winter

Ashlock stirred from his short sleep as the sun crested the horizon. Since his view range was limited, even with his {Eye of the Tree God} skill Ashlock saw the world as if he were in a snow globe. He had a perfect sphere of vision in all directions for a few miles, meaning he couldn't see the sun. But its pleasant warmth pierced the clouds and illuminated the central courtyard.

Shredded clothes dyed in dried blood littered the courtyard alongside bits of metal from half-destro...

[Tree] Chapter 5: A Totally Friendly Tree

Ashlock felt absolutely nothing other than euphoria as he consumed the mortal servant. Qi rushed through the vines, and the thrill was intoxicating.

Stella also watched the scene without a hint of interest; she was more bothered about her ruined dress. "Tree, thank you," Stella said before leaving for the pavilion. "It seems some rats from the other families have infiltrated my Red Vine peak." A sinister smile bloomed on her face. "Seem's there will be more food co...