Chapter 42

Epic 42

As I woke up from my deep slumber, the first thing that greeted me was the soft glow of dawn filtering through the curtains. The room was still enveloped in a hazy darkness, and the quietness of the early morning hung in the air. The world outside seemed to be in a state of slumber, with only a few early birds chirping their melodies.

I stretched my limbs, feeling a mix of grogginess and anticipation for the day ahead. The room was adorned with shelves filled with books, my trusty companions in this journey called life. The scent of freshly brewed coffee wafted from the kitchen, inviting me to indulge in its warm embrace.

Just as I was about to make my way to the kitchen, my brother's ringtone pierced through the tranquillity of the morning. Annoyed yet curious, I answered the call, hoping it was something important to warrant such an early interruption.

"Hello?" I groggily muttered into the phone, my voice still laced with sleep.

And then, in a hushed and urgent tone, my brot