Dead Soul Exorcist

10 | Form of Revenge

That evening, like countless others, the Nyxshade family Manor stood deserted and desolate. Contrary to the circulating rumors, the Nyxshade Manor had been left abandoned after their legitimate heirs were ousted, and their titles unrecognized by the Valorthorn kingdom. Now, Kieran returned to that home with a heart deeply wounded. Thick carpets, antique paintings, chandeliers of gold and diamonds, grand vases crafted by Varidianth's finest artisans, weapons—all of it had vanished, looted by thieves and smugglers. But that was only the surface of the lost treasures.

Kieran walked calmly on the dusty marble floor. His mind echoed with memories of a time when servants would clean the manor, exchanging jokes and gossip, always taking a moment to inquire if Kieran needed anything.

However, in every pleasant moment, it only served to remind him of the time when Kieran, along with the few remaining residents, toiled all day burying the entire population that succumbed to the plague. Later, t