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The Forgotten Land: The Return of the Giants Prologue
Before buildings, factories and stone houses there were the three pillars who ruled over mankind. The giants were the protectors — the first pillar, gifted with the strength of the gods. Their footsteps rattled the earth and their presence dominated everything in the land. With their pet dragons, they were hailed as the Kings, as gods. Evil men were put to place in their presence. The second pillar was none other than the Sorcerers. Smart, cunning, manipulating. But true and kind. They calmed the storms, halted earthquakes and qualmed demons and orcs and the vile undead that used to march the Earth. They taught man how to read and write, passed on their knowledge and molded leaders. They were the teachers, and the humans loved them as much as they adored the giants. And then there were the witches who were dressed in white. They created potions that heal the broken, mend the weak. They crafted things that quenched hunger not only for the body but also for the soul. Their worshippers
The Forgotten Land: The Return of the Giants The Cursed Little Boy
There was a boy living in the row houses of Buckeye-Woodhill in Cleveland. His father died due to sickness, and a mother was desperately trying to move on from her heartache for her five year old son. Every day the poor boy would be waiting by the door as he holds on to his teddy bear."When are we going to eat, mommy? I’m really hungry." His little voice echoed inside their small home. Little fingers clenched on his stuffed bear and his eyes gleamed with hope. "Jimmy said his mom got a burger and curly fries for him today. Can I have that too, mommy?"The mother couldn't say anything and her lips remained sealed and tight. She looked down at her little boy, forcing herself to not cry and remain calm.The boy was thin and frail. His eyes were sunken and so were his cheeks. They were at their lowest, they belong to the poorest of the poor. While the mother's hand holds on the doorknob as she thinks... ‘What reason could I possibly think of this time?’‘Hold it in, don't cry. You can't
The Forgotten Land: The Return of the Giants The Sorcerer and the Boy
There was once a time when life was still sublime that this lifeless village was a proud city that hosted tradings, festivities and feats. Now it is a town so unknown that it did not have a name to speak of. In that town lived a young sorcerer who was smart, cunning, powerful and yet… laziness flowed on his body as if it was his blood. And his parents were very upset with this fact. They tasked him to make this unnamed town great again. But a year has passed, nothing happened. They even gave him the task of safekeeping a dragon. A dragon which symbolizes the truce — rather, disappearance of their past ally. The giants. However, the young sorcerer wasn’t impressed by this. Yes, he guarded the dragon, feed it. Cleaned its wings and made sure that the chains around its neck would not rust… But it all did not inspire him. It could be said that his laziness was partially his parent’s fault, for they spoiled him and showed him the book of wonders at the age of five! After he learned ev
The Forgotten Land: The Return of the Giants The Sorcerer and the Boy part II
Morning came again for the young boy named Kane, he managed to sneak inside the house of the Sorcerer safely. And the voice inside his head was right. A house but not a home, for it looked like it had been ransacked by a storm. Books were scattered everywhere and so were pieces of papers, knick-knacks and whatnots here and there. For ten days he was able to remain unseen by the man. He hid under the layers of unwashed clothes, dirty pillows and covers. He even managed to hide himself under the Sorcerer’s bed which was covered with dust. It was terrible. Horrible and suffocating. But he did it, he managed to remain invissible without coughing. “Nine o'clock.” Kane whispered to himself. "He will leave at nine o'clock." That’s the time the sorcerer goes on with his day and leaves the small house. That’s the time when Kane can look inside his refrigerator — check what’s inside. There are so many left-overs that the sorcerer doesn’t even notice if a piece of cake disappeared. Nor does h
The Forgotten Land: The Return of the Giants The Rotting Spell
The sorcerer followed the scared little boy, quickening his pace. “Little rat — little rat, you will regret stepping foot to my territory!” He hissed as he began to cast a spell that would make move and run as fast as the fastest animal on the planet. A Peregrine Falcon. “Wings that are light, gifted with the power of flight. Across the sky —” He raised the black staff on his hand as he ran. And with the last command, “ — is where I spread my wings and fly!” He turned into a peregrine falcon, spread his wings and began to fly. He glided in the sky and effortlessly caught up with the pesky little boy. “I knew there was some big rat or cat that had been hiding in my house!” He spoke through his small beak, yet his voice was loud. “All my leftovers were missing! You thought I was stupid to not notice them, huh?!” Kane yelped and tried to run faster. A few twigs cracked and the scent from the morning dew evaded his senses.He remembered this part of the forest. “I’m almost there..” He
The Forgotten Land: The Return of the Giants No Longer Green
The great beast that once ruled the skies swooped high above lonely green lands and rugged plains. Its eyes, like fiery beacons of nobility, gazed down at its troubled home which used to be a land of magic, magestries. Its red shiny scales reflected on the calm ocean like diamonds. The calm seas grew restless as the mighty dragon’s wings rushed and lightly brushed the waves. Ever majestic by nature, and what a sight to see.The wind roared through the mountains and valleys, high above the disturbed lands. Every moment of quiet calm seemed to be subsequently shattered by screams and the ‘fallen ones’ spells echoing through the air. The rock of the unmovable mountains cascaded towards soft earth and grass scratched at flesh and fur, as if it hungered for life. Little by little the land that used to host the three pillars was decaying. Neglected and discarded. It was now known as the Forgotten Land. But the land of the forgotten isn’t as blotted out of everyone’s memory after all. The
The Forgotten Land: The Return of the Giants Creatures of the Dark, and the Lost Boy
Half of the world was covered in darkness, while half of the world was still blessed by the presence of the sun. At first, everyone thought the eclipse was a temporary thing… but when three days had passed and the moon still covered the sun, the townsfolk, city people and villagers of half the inhabitants of the Earth knew it wouldn't end anytime soon. Without the sun’s presence, creatures of madness that lurked in the dark came out of their hiding, killing anyone on sight. May it be an old woman, a young man or a little child. Lunora died in front of him. And how she was devoured by ghastly beings almost made him faint. It happened when she visited the store and asked him to accompany her for coffee… but instead of having a snack, they became the snack.The creatures from the depths of the shadow world ate everything and only spit out the bones. And when Pip was about to be devoured, he shifted into his demon dog form and ran. With hind legs and paws of a dog, he was able to run fa
The Forgotten Land: The Return of the Giants To Nakoir City
It turns out that finding a trail of a thousand year old dragon was trickier than he thought. Three days had passed since their journey to find and capture the dragon began, and since then they found only a single scale that was sitting on the forest floor. A scale that shines even though there’s not a single spot or spark of light. It shines like a flickering ember, like a diamond. And because dragons are majestic beings, spells don't work on them. The scales deflects magic, spells and hexes, making the Sorcerer far more irritable. “Maybe we should ask for help, mr. Fraco.” It was just a simple suggestion, but it made Fraco, the sorcerer’s blood boil. “Am I asking for your opinion?!”Kane frowned. “No…” “Then shut your trap!” The boy casts his eyes down with a sigh. Ever since they’ve journeyed to find the dragon, the sorcerer was always shouting at him. Either Fraco would glare at him, roll his eyes --- calls him twerp and more. And even though the sorcerer told his name to the
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Fuck With Air
“What?” Bosy asked.“I need some fucking air,” Ken said, tracking Donghae’s movements across the ballroom.“Balcony, out that way,” Bosy said and gestured with his glass. “Leave Hero with me?”Ken scoffed and then pushed Meer up. He took Meer’s hand. He barely managed to smile at the men he passed on his way to the balcony. He kept Donghae in his line of sight, and made sure that Donghae saw him slip outside.The balcony was large, and there were already couples around it, engrossed in each other’s bodies. Ken led Meer to a shadowy nook created by two columns. He held him tightly and took shuddering breaths. “Fuck, this night is just getting fucking worse.”Five minutes passed, and then Donghae appeared in front of them. He lit a cigarette. Ken grabbed his arm, and practically threw him against a column.“Ow, Ken, that hurt,” Donghae said and rubbed his shoulder.“Tell me. Now.”Donghae’s eyes flicked to Meer. “I’d rather not.”“Trust me. It’s alright if he hears.”“I don’t trust slav
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Nevermind Part II
Ken frowned, but Meer smiled. Another kiss. “There’s a predator in the form of your best friend coming up on us fast.”Ken sighed and pressed his forehead against Meer’s.“Might Ken!”Ken turned around, keeping Meer pressed against the wall. Bosy wore a black suit, shirt and tie. All five of his slaves flanked him. They all wore tight white pants. Bosy grinned at him. “I didn’t actually think you’d come.”“I had incentive.” And just to piss Bosy off, he asked, “Where’s your wife?”Bosy’s eyes narrowed. “Probably on her back with one of her lovers.”Bosy had done the proper thing. Married a girl, sired an heir, and then set them up in a separate estate. It made Ken sick. He was expected to do the same thing. And before he was thirty.He sighed. “Sorry, Chunnie. I’m in a bad mood.”“You’re in a bad mood? With Hero here? You’re crazy. I came over to get a closer look at him.”“You’ve seen him.”“Not all dressed up,” Bosy said with a leer.Ken shut his eyes briefly and then moved to the s
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Nevermind
Ken groaned when something dug into his side.Someone chuckled above him.And then lips pressed against his neck, traveled down his shoulder.“Ken, you have to get up. I already have coffee ready. Don’t you want coffee?”“What time is it?” Ken mumbled.“Eight fifteen.”“Fuck.”“Like I said, you need to wake up.”Ken rubbed his eyes and forced himself to sit up. His whole body hurt. “Fuck,” he said again. He tried vainly to remember what appointments he had today.“Where’s my cell phone?”“Nope. You are not calling in,” Meer said. “Yoona already called when you weren’t there at eight. She told me to remind you about the Choi deal.”Ken shut his eyes and feel back to the bed. “I hate dealing with the Choi’s.”“Do you like dealing with anyone?”Ken opened one eye and grinned. “You.”Meer blushed and looked away.Ken tugged on his arm and Meer let himself be pulled. He curled up against his side. Ken leaned down for a kiss. Meer smiled against Ken’s lips. Ken’s fingers found the hem of Me
- The Forgotten Land: The Return of the Giants
Sleep For Life
The guy clicked his tongue at him. “You’re a terrible liar.” The drink arrived and the guy sipped at it. “My name is Aiden.”“Now who’s the liar?”A hand settled on Ken’s thigh. “What if I told you I wanted you to fuck me? Would you think I was lying?”“No, but no thanks.”“Oh, come on. Let me be your angel for the night.”Ken froze, and then shut his eyes in defeat before turning to look at the guy. He smirked and downed his drink.“Come on, Might Michael,” he said, proving he knew exactly who Ken was. “Let me take you to heaven.”Ken let him take his hand. He led him through the club, past drugged out bodies moving to a steady beat. They entered a dark hallway, and as they turned corner after corner, went down a set of stairs and then turned more corners, Ken started getting nervous.Finally, he stopped and opened a door.Ken entered a sparsely furnished room lit by a single bulb. Couch, table, a couple of chairs. As soon as the door shut, the guy was pressed against him, laying bit
- The Forgotten Land: The Return of the Giants
I'm Not Ken
God, he hated the Senator’s parties. It was less a dinner and more of an excuse to get drunk, show off and trade slaves.At precisely nine, Yoona buzzed him. “Ken, I’m sorry, but Lee Sungmin refuses to talk to me anymore.”“Patch him through, NaNa.”Ken lost himself in work.At eleven he was considering going home and taking a long lunch. And then Yoona buzzed him again. “Bosy is here to see you.”Ken shut his eyes and sighed. “Send him in, Na.”Bosy sauntered in, once again dragging the tall Doushiten named Justin behind him. Bosy flung the kid onto the floor, and hooked the handcuffs to the arm of the chair.“Hey, Yunnie,” he said.“Bosy. What do I owe the pleasure?”“Just bored, thought I’d visit. I’m going to go use your bathroom.”Ken studied Justin. He didn’t look up, head lowered. More bruises and cuts covered his back and neck and chest.Ken spared the bathroom a glance and then rose. He moved around his desk and sat in the chair. Justin flinched, but didn’t pull away, when Ke
- The Forgotten Land: The Return of the Giants
The Senator
They finished the run in silence, Ken contemplating that. It wasn’t until they returned and Meer dropped to the floor to stretch that Ken asked, “Why haven’t you killed me and made a run for it?”Meer had his legs spread, almost in splits. He leaned his upper body to the floor and stretched his arms out. “That would be dishonorable.”“Why?”“Okay, so it wouldn’t be. But it’d be stupid. Because honestly, where am I going to go?” He lifted his legs off the floor, moaning, and Ken had to swallow against a sudden dry mouth. He could only imagine how stretched Meer’s quads were right then.“You’re staring.”“You’re flexible.”“Part of the training.” Meer sat up, winked at him and then lay on the floor. He pressed his hands flat by his head and then pushed his body into an arch. “You should be stretching after a run like that.”“Probably.”He kicked his legs up, effortlessly moving into a handstand. He held it and then bent his knees. He did a couple of pushups and then let his feet fall to
- The Forgotten Land: The Return of the Giants
It's Saturday
Meer woke him up at five-thirty.“Fuck, Meer, it’s Saturday.”“I’m sorry, Master. Is there a different time you’d like me to wake you up on Saturdays?”Ken squeezed his eyes shut. “Just later. Eight or nine.”“Very well, Master.”And then it registered. Ken sat up. “Meer?”Meer turned at the door and lowered his head. “Yes, Master?”“Stop it.”“Stop what, Master?”“Stop that. What is wrong with you?”“I don’t know what you mean, Master.”Ken growled, stood up and stalked over to him. “Knock it off.”“If Master would tell—”Ken grabbed his shoulders and pushed him against the wall. “Don’t do this, Meer.”“Do what, Master?”Ken pulled him back and then slammed him against the wall again. “Don’t.”“Why not?” That defiant look was back in his eyes. “Because you said so. Master?”Ken sighed. He moved his hands from Meer’s shoulders and then put them against the wall. He let his arms bend until his forearms rested against the wall. Their bodies aligned. Ken let his head fall to one of his a
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No Idea
“What?”“Justin. It’s Justin.”“What’s Justin?”“Bosy’s …”“You know Bosy’s new slave?”He nodded. “We were … not friends. More like rivals, I guess.” Meer sighed and sat up. He played with the buttons on Ken’s shirt, not looking him in the eye. “Our families were allies. Our kingdoms shared a border. Justin and I are First Sons, heirs to be king.”Ken gasped.Meer smirked. “I know, right? Hence the irony of life, thing. Anyway. Our rivalry mainly stemmed from our birth status. Technically, we were the same rank, but Justin was a First Child, First Son, and I had eight older sisters. But I am older than he is. It seems stupid now, but then, it mattered a great deal. We competed in fairs and mock battles and for women.”Meer stopped, finally met Ken’s eyes and then climbed off his lap. Ken followed him into the kitchen. “I always mocked him. Told him one day, he’d be my slave and he’d have to wash my feet while I sipped champagne from his family goblets.”When he started making tea, Ke
- The Forgotten Land: The Return of the Giants
What's A Justin
“I’m not here for me, Yong. I don’t know if rumors have circulated yet, but I bought a slave and he needs clothes.”The man’s eyes narrowed. “There are stores for—”“Considering his status as my first slave, I decided that he should only have the very best. I can’t have him running around looking like an uncivilized foreigner.”“This is completely unprecedented.”“Yes, I realize that. But I’m sure you can find a way to compensate the inconvenience.”“Of course, Might Ken.” And Ken was certain there’d be a hefty “service charge” on this final bill. “We’d be happy to supply you with everything he needs.”“Thank you, Yong. He needs everything, all the way down to socks and underwear.”He called over a couple of other associates.“Hero, stand up,” Ken said, voice shaking when he said ‘Hero’. Meer stood immediately. One of the others took Meer’s measurements and Yong shouted at the other one to start taking clothes to the dressing room.Ken and Meer locked eyes. Meer had that look again, t
