As Ryan sat down to enjoy the sumptuous feast laid before him, his senses were overwhelmed by the tantalizing aroma of the dish known as "Moonlit Ambrosia," a delicacy rumored to have been crafted by the hands of celestial beings themselves. Each bite burst with flavors beyond his wildest imagination, transporting him to realms unknown and filling him with a sense of wonder. As he savored the delicious meal, Mr. Thomas joined him at the table, his expression grave yet tinged with a glimmer of hope. Over the course of their conversation, Mr. Thomas revealed the painful truth of his past, his voice heavy with the weight of regret and betrayal. “Why do you search for the Arcane Treasury son?” Mr. Thomas asked. Ryan immediately stopped chewing as he thought about his reply to Mr. Thomas. “I am sorry sir but it is personal business,” Ryan replied. Taking a deep breath, Mr. Thomas said, “Believe it or not son, I once worked at the Arcane Treasury.” Ryan immediately became intrigued
As Ryan followed the man, whose name he learned was Thomas, through the winding streets of Aquanor, he couldn't shake the feeling of apprehension tinged with curiosity. The city seemed to pulse with an otherworldly energy, its vibrant colors and bustling streets a stark contrast to the darkness that had enveloped his past in Halcyon Bay.Upon arriving at Thomas's modest home, Ryan was greeted with warmth and hospitality by Thomas's family. The beautiful woman, introduced as Thomas's daughter Jessica, smiled warmly at him, her eyes sparkling with kindness. And the younger son, a lively boy named Lucas, bounced around with infectious energy, eager to make a new friend.As they gathered around the dinner table, the fragrant aroma of home-cooked food filled the air, mingling with the laughter and chatter of the family. Ryan found himself drawn into their world, the weight of his burdens momentarily lifted by their genuine kindness.Before dinner, Thomas showed Ryan to the bathroom to fres
As the gentle waves of the sea carried Ryan's battered body from the city of Halcyon Bay to the shores of Aquanor, he stirred from the depths of unconsciousness, his senses slowly returning to him like a ship emerging from the fog. Blinking against the blinding light of the sun, he struggled to make sense of his surroundings, his mind clouded by pain and confusion as to how he was still alive.But as he reached a trembling hand to his chest, he felt the familiar weight of the necklace his mother had given him before she died its presence a comforting reminder of her love and protection. And as he examined the shattered remains of the box pendant, his heart skipped a beat at the sight of the half-shaped heart pendant nestled within the locket, its intricate design bearing a striking resemblance to the Celestial reliquary coveted by the Greystones which he had been earlier accused of stealing. The necklace he had always worn given to him by his mother had a box shaped pendant. However,
Back in the Greystone’s Mansion, chaos loomed after Ryan was thrown out of the house. Zara was furious at her father for hitting her and humiliating Ryan. She resolved to destroy everything in her room while yelling aloud. Mr. Benedict Greystone could do little or nothing about it as she made sure to bolt the door before unleashing chaos. “Please, open up my Angel. Your boyfriend is safe, I promise. I will reconsider my decision if you open this door.” Mr. Greystone pleaded. She blatantly paid deaf ears to her father’s pleas.The Notorious Three went to their respective homes after completing the big mission they had set out to do and even added a side quest by killing an additional person. The Greystone mansion shined in the predawn darkness, its grandeur masked by the shroud of night. Inside, the air is heavy with tension, the silence broken only by the soft sound of Astrid's careful footsteps as he navigated the narrow corridors trying not to notify anyone of his presence by wakin
As the Notorious Three escorted Ryan out of the dimly lit cave, the cold night air bit at his skin, a stark contrast to the oppressive darkness he had known for so long. His heart raced with a mixture of fear and anticipation as they ascended the rocky path to the crest of a high hill, the distant sound of crashing waves growing louder with each step.At the summit, the Notorious Three paused, their shadows outlined against the moonlit sky as they exchanged whispered words amongst themselves. Ryan strained to catch fragments of their conversation, his pulse quickening with apprehension."What now?" Orion murmured, his voice tinged with impatience."We've come this far," Damien replied, his tone cold and calculating. "It's time to finish what we started."As the reality of his fate began to sink in, Ryan's mind raced with frantic desperation. He had never learned to swim, never felt the embrace of the ocean's depths. And now, faced with the prospect of being thrown into its icy embrace
“Ohh my poor baby, I have missed you so much. Look what your stepbrothers have done to your cute chubby face,” Isabella said pitifully before landing a backhand slap at Ryan’s face. Blood immediately began to flow on the right side of Ryan’s cheek forcing him to reminisce the trauma he went through in his childhood. “It is so sad that your stepbrothers could not recognize you earlier at your arrival in Silverlake Academy and bullied you so much. Well, I would also not blame you for not recognizing them as you were all very young back then. Moreover, their surnames still remain Gwendolyne. How could you have guessed they were your brothers?”Isabella continued as she aggressively dragged Ryan’s hair backwards, “Now, listen to everything I am about to say Fatso cause it might be the last thing you ever hear.” As though nature was eavesdropping, everywhere was as silent as the graveyard. Neither the chirping cricket nor the couching frogs could be heard. “After your father took you awa
"Little wonder my head hurts. The gun must have knocked me unconscious before I was brought here," Ryan pondered. In the dimly lit cave, the acrid smell of marijuana hung heavy in the air. “You will pay for this Astrid, I promise you. This battle is far from over. You dare sleep with my woman!” Damien said bitterly amidst the uncontrollable laughter of Orion and the annoying laughter of Astrid. Ryan’s nose began to twitch with the telltale signs of an impending sneeze due to the smell of marijuana. Desperate to stifle the inevitable disruption, he willed the urge away. But despite his best efforts, a mighty sneeze erupted, echoing through the hallowed cave, earning the attention of the notorious 3. “Well, well, well, look what we have here, the doublewide sleeping beauty is awake.” Astrid said. Laughter immediately erupted once again. “Woah, that’s new. Doublewide?” Ryan thought to himself. He was used to being called different names like Meathead, Fatso, Lard-butt, Willy the Whale
With the speed of lightening, the automated doors were completely shut down as chaos filled the atmosphere. After about 10 minutes of security searching the vicinity for the robber fruitlessly, they came back to report to a restless Mr. Greystone who had just paced to and fro the room about the 20th time. At this point, the alarm had gone off. “We are very sorry sir but we could not get hold of the criminal,” Snowflake said disappointedly. “Sorry for yourself and your job, you little piece of s**t. I don’t pay you half a million dollars to tell me sorry. You, of all people, should know the importance of the Celestial Reliquary, a crestgem that has been passed down to me by my ancestors.”Mr. Greystone continued, “Without the heirloom, the Greystones are nothing but history. Now, go find that criminal and bring him to me dead or alive!” he ordered. “Father, I suggest we start by searching that pauper standing there.” Astrid said as he pointed straight at Ryan. “And why should my boyfr
Stepping into the opulent interior of the billionaire’s house is a journey through refined extravagance. The grand foyer showcases polished marble floors under a shining chandelier, setting the tone for luxury. In the dining room, a magnificent mahogany table, surrounded by adorned chairs, serves as a center piece beneath a breathtaking crystal chandelier. Walls adorned with tasteful art pieces and intricate molding creates an atmosphere of sophistication. The room is bathed in a soft glow from designer lighting features, casting an inviting ambiance over the meticulously set table of assorted meals.Ryan was utterly flabbergasted at what he was witnessing. Never had he seen such luxury. There were about four maids and a man who happened to be the Head Chef, Alessio Marcelli on standby waiting to help with the service of food. A Head chef is a culinary virtuoso, blending passion, creativity, and expertise to orchestrate gastronomic masterpieces. With a commanding presence in the kitch
Abdullahi saraffa
very thrilling and interesting novel