Heavy raindrops pelted the jungle leaves, and lightning cracked across the sky, tearing through the darkness. The soldiers moved forward, their hands trembling from the chill, breaths coming in short, sharp bursts.
Commander Keem said,
"Stay alert. Wild animals are around. The king's order is to complete the mission as quickly as possible."
Suddenly, a deep, eerie sound filled the air.
There was a strange stir in the jungle – shadows moved as if some living force had awakened. The soldiers pressed on cautiously.
A deep, unnatural voice echoed, as if the jungle itself were speaking. The atmosphere shifted instantly – every soldier's heart raced, fear etched clearly on their faces. They froze, eyes scanning their surroundings.
In the distance, a shadowed figure watched silently. Its face remained hidden, yet the soldiers had no idea that something extraordinary was about to happen.
Commander Keem signaled them to move forward carefully. Every step now felt more dangerous; one mistake could mean death.
Suddenly, a group of people emerged from the jungle shadows, carrying axes. It seemed as if an invisible power was controlling them. Within moments, the soldiers were stunned – everything could end in a single heartbeat.
The mysterious figure laughed,
"Ha Ha Ha… This is just the beginning."
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Seven Years Later – Kyan's Dream
The story suddenly jumps seven years ahead. In a grand palace chamber, Prince Kyan was deep in sleep, dreaming.
He stood alone in a foggy landscape, surrounded by flames. A voice echoed in his ear,
"The meeting of you two will either save the world… or destroy it."
And then, Kyan's dream shattered.
The chamber door opened, and Lira, Kyan's sister, walked in. Angrily, she said,
"Kyan! Sleeping in again? Get up… it's time for breakfast!"
Kyan lay on his bed, eyes closed, pretending to be asleep, though he was awake.
Lira, trying to stop laughing, gave him a playful punch, and Kyan suddenly smashed through the window, falling from the third floor… only to reverse time and land back safely in his bed.
Lira laughed,
"See, Kyan! If I wanted, you would've really fallen!"
Kyan groaned,
"One day, you're really going to kill me!"
Lira teased,
"Keep sleeping now, and I might actually throw you down, you rascal!"
Kyan and Lira sat in the Dining Hall, having breakfast, when they overheard two servants whispering:
First Servant: "Did you hear about that cult?"
Second Servant: "Yes… seems like a group of thieves. It's getting more dangerous day by day. I heard they've even started killing now."
First Servant: "Who knows how long they'll stay hidden in our kingdom…"
Second Servant: "I heard, the ones behind what happened in the jungle seven years ago were the same people."
First Servant (angrily, but whispering): "Shhhh… if the king hears, you'll be punished. Keep quiet."
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To be continued…