All Chapters of Return From Damnation: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10
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THE ACCIDENT
A Few Days Ago..."Hey Rowan, hear me? " Sam's voice rang through Rowan's earpiece."Loud and clear, Sam. See me?" Rowan inquired. He adjusted his face mask to stay incognito."Sure do, but there are blind spots. You'll be on your own there," Sam replied."No worries, I got it covered," Rowan assured, revealing his pistol to the CCTV camera. "Eyes on the artifact?" Rowan asked, scanning the hallway."Yep, but there's a snag... cult members hanging in the artifact room for some reason," Sam reported, sounding concerned.Checking his watch, Rowan questioned, "How much time till the cameras go back to normal?""About a minute and thirty seconds," Sam replied."That should do... How many culties in there?" Rowan asked, sneaking down the corridor."Four of 'em—three masked dudes and one damsel without a mask," Sam relayed."Alright, I'm movin' in," Rowan declared, determined, as he continued down the hallway."Hey, hold up! Two guys comin' your way," Sam warned.Hearing the approaching foo
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VISITING AN OLD FRIEND OR ENEMY
" Death, they say, is a time of rest for everyone. But I have to admit, I felt terrible when I died... I must sound crazy, I know, but what comes next is even crazier.A few days ago, I was in a car accident and died. And then, I found myself in a dark place. It was the darkest thing I had ever seen. I couldn't even see myself. I took a few steps, but the darkness persisted. I kept moving... I must have taken more than a thousand steps. Still, no sign of light.I tried to recollect how I ended up there and that's when it hit me—I was dead. The last sound I remembered was that of my car, colliding with a tree. I called out for anyone to hear, but no one did. There was no echo of my voice. I lingered there for a while and then started counting.I counted until I lost track of numbers. Sleep had left me. I felt no desire to eat, relieve myself, or anything... I had lost all hope. I thought I would be trapped in that eternal darkness, eventually losing my sanity. It was dreadful.But sud
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NEVER PUSH YOUR LUCK
"How am I still alive, you asked? Oh, so you wanted me dead? Is that why you took the brakes off my car? Well,.. look at me now, alive and kicking! Still as good looking as ever!" Rowan joked, while Sam knelt before him, wide eyed in horror.But then, Rowan's joke backfired when he accidentally caught sight of himself in Sam's room mirror. "Oh no! Crap!" Rowan couldn't believe his own reflection. He didn't even recognize himself.He looked ghostly pale, with darker eyes and lips. He resembled some kind of undead creature! "Well, I guess I don't exactly look human anymore, but hey, I'm standing right here, speaking with you. The person you wanted so badly to get rid of. All I wanna know is why, why, why, Sam?" Rowan asked, frustration building up inside him.Meanwhile, Sam pretended to shed crocodile tears. "Oh, Rowan, I'm really, really sorry! It's just that sometimes people get greedy and do crazy stuff without thinking, you know?""And hey, I never wanted you dead! It was all a
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Dark Invader
" I need a flight ticket to Paris, please." Rowan said to the lady at the counter, trying to smile as much as possible.Looking at his face, one couldn't really tell that he had applied some makeup on, in order to look more human, and too, so that his Identity Card matched his appearance.After acquiring the ticket, he went forth to board the plane. It took a total of nine hours to get to Paris. When Rowan stepped out of the plane, he headed straight towards the Jean Aubert Mansion.When he arrived outside the gates, it was already dark. He took out his binoculars and used the night vision mode to have a look inside the mansion. He saw several guards parading the Mansion.' Damn, I never thought there would be this many guards.' Rowan lamented.' Hmm that's true, so what do you plan on doing now?' Invidiak asked.' I need a way to sneak past them without getting noticed.' Rowan pondered in different ways to get in.' Try the shadow veil.' Invidiak suggested.With that said, Rowan chec
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BATTLE OF SHADOW AND BLOOD
In a classroom, a frail and wimpy boy stood nervously in front of the classroom, clutching his assignment tightly in his hands. His ears, slightly elongated at the tips, added a unique shape to his appearance. As he began to present his work, a wave of laughter erupted from the students, causing his heart to sink.The laughter was not about his assignment but about his ears, with the students teasingly calling him an elf. The boy's face turned crimson as the words pierced through his fragile confidence. He desperately wished to be seen beyond his physical attributes and acknowledged for his abilities and ideas. But the laughter echoed, drowning his voice and mocking his vulnerability. The teacher, recognizing the hurtful situation unfolding, tried to intervene and bring order to the classroom. However, her attempts fell on deaf ears as the laughter persisted, showing no sign of abating. The boy felt a mix of disappointment and anger welling up inside him. 'Why do these humans keep c
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TIME IS RUNNING OUT
Rowan , his body shaking from the exhausting battle with demons. Even though he had wicked shadow powers, the sheer number of devils gave him a tough time. But he played it smart, avoiding unnecessary bloodshed and hiding the guards under his shadow. Just as Rowan was catching his breath, he perked up when Jean chimed in, trying to sound all impressed, "Wow, you've really stepped up your game since we last met." Rowan shot a determined look at Jean, his eyes squinting."Where's the artifact, old man?" Rowan asked urgently, his voice filled with impatience. He showed off his control over the shadow ropes binding Jean, making them squeeze him tight.Jean's smirk grew wider as he teased, "Sorry, buddy, but your efforts are gonna be futile. That artifact is hidden in a place you will never reach."Rowan's frustration grew, and his patience was running on empty. "Well then, I guess I have no choice but to put an end to your little adventure," he declared, his voice tinged with anger. Qu
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THE ONE PLACE DEMONS CAN'T TREAD.
After a blissful union, their bodies relaxed on the bed, their breaths going in and out in harmony. Nina gazed at Rowan, her curiosity piqued. "What kind of demon are you?" she inquired, noticing his unique scent that differed from the rest. Rowan closed his eyes halfway as he pondered the question for a brief moment. "You know," he began, his gaze drifting towards the ceiling, "I've been contemplating that very question myself. Who am I?"Silence enveloped them, as each of them were in deep thoughts. Finally, Rowan broke the silence, opening up about his recent experiences. "Today, I experienced hell," he confessed."What do you mean?" she asked, her curiosity piqued. "I'm on a quest to find an artifact, but the only person who had a clue took their own life. They said the artifact was somewhere beyond my reach," Rowan explained, frustration lingering in his voice.Nina, lying on the bed, listened intently. "I see," she replied softly.Rowan sighed, "but where is this place that I
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SHELL OF BAD LUCK
Rowan stood beneath the Hell Gate bridge, anxiously checking the time. It was almost midnight and doubts began to creep into his mind. Would the reverend show up after all? But just as he started losing hope, a car parked in the distance, and Rowan recognized it immediately as the reverend's. With a bag in hand, the reverend stepped out and made his way towards Rowan. As he approached, he paused and looked around, as if searching for something. "Where is my daughter?" he inquired, his voice filled with worry. "Relax, she is nearby. Did you bring the artifact?" Rowan asked, trying to alleviate the reverend's concerns. After all, time was running out, and they had no room for mistakes. "Yes, but I won't hand it over until I see my daughter," the reverend insisted, his eyes darting around in apprehension. Rowan snapped his fingers, and suddenly Nina emerged from her hiding spot, bringing the reverend's daughter with her. "There she is. Now toss over the bag," Rowan instructed, his voi
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SHELL OF BAD LUCK 2
After enjoying their last sips of coffee, Rowan and Nina embarked on their homeward adventure. Suddenly, a voice from a nearby corner cut through the air, piercing their ears with a desperate cry, "Leave me alone!" Concern flooded their hearts, urging them to rush towards the source of the commotion. To their dismay, they stumbled upon a distressing scene, a young boy being mercilessly assaulted by a pair of intimidating bullies. The sight was unbearable for Rowan, who couldn't simply stand by and watch. Defiance surged within him, and he yelled, "Hey, back off!" The bullies were jolted by the unexpected interruption, causing them to swiftly abandon their prey and flee into the shadows. Taking a deep breath to steady themselves, Rowan and Nina approached the trembling boy, reaching out a helping hand in solidarity. With genuine concern etched on his face, Rowan softly inquired, "Are you alright?" The boy, grateful for their courageous intervention, summoned a grateful smile and rep
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LEVIATHAN
"So you're running out of time?" Nina asked softly, her voice filled with sympathy.Rowan nodded, a flicker of worry crossing his face. "Yes," he replied simply, his voice tinged with a hint of resignation."Then you have the solution with you," Nina suggested softly. "Return the artifact."Rowan's gaze met hers, his eyes contemplating her words. "Yes, I will do that," he affirmed. "But first, I'd like to understand what the artifact stands for, its significance." just a little."Rowan's interest was piqued by her suggestion. He sat up on the bed, his thoughts now focused on the possibility of gaining insight from Deminor. "Do you really think he could help?" he asked, unable to hide his curiosity.Nina nodded, her eyes shining with determination. "Yes, I believe he might be able to shed some light on the artifact," she said confidently. "He has a reputation for his vast knowledge and wisdom. If anyone can provide answers, it's likely him."A sense of cautious optimism washed over Ro
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