Ricardo was inside his tent, a shelter made of thick fabric that still felt thin against the distant, constant noise of war. The battlefield outside… ah, it was a brutal place. Even after more than twenty years serving in the ranks of the Kingdo...
2025-05-08 20:07:53 +0000 UTC
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A week had already passed since that difficult conversation
with Duke Valmir and the arrival of young Cecilia. Miguel was back in his
office. The place was large, with shelves full of books and a pleasant smell
of old paper and a...
2025-05-03 12:53:12 +0000 UTC
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The ballroom was filled with a vibrant atmosphere.
Lights from chandeliers and golden sconces illuminated the spacious area,
reflecting off the walls adorned with rich tapestries and paintings depicting
the recent history of Drak...
2025-05-03 03:45:13 +0000 UTC
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The gates of the mansion slowly opened, revealing a meticulously arranged scene. Two rows of soldiers were positioned along the stone path leading to the main entrance, forming an honor corridor for the duke’s arrival. They wore immaculate unifo...
2025-02-12 14:24:45 +0000 UTC
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Miguel walked through the streets of Drakmoor alongside Alistair and Arthur. The constant sound of conversations, laughter, and the creaking of handcarts being pushed created a lively atmosphere. The streets, newly paved with stone blocks, were cr...
2025-02-04 17:44:18 +0000 UTC
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Miguel was in his office, seated behind a desk cluttered with maps, documents, and sketches. Beside him, Amélia, his sister, was reviewing some papers with a keen eye, while Jonh, the current Secretary of Defense, stood near the window, gazing ou...
2024-12-23 23:39:10 +0000 UTC
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We are nearing the end of another volume of this story. I sincerely thank all of you who are following my work; each one of you is very special to me. Your support is what drives me to keep writing more and more. The next chapters of the fourth vo...
2024-12-21 15:53:52 +0000 UTC
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The great steam engine was finally assembled in the vast underground testing hall, a chamber carved with the dwarves' characteristic precision. The metallic structure gleamed under the light of torches and lamps, highlighting the sturdy pistons, t...
2024-12-21 15:50:31 +0000 UTC
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Amelia was seated in her office, a pile of letters and documents scattered across the dark wooden desk. Sunlight streamed softly through the window, illuminating the room and highlighting the Drakmoor crest embroidered on the curtain in the backgr...
2024-12-11 20:32:11 +0000 UTC
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Miguel took a deep breath, feeling the weight of the room's expectations, but he maintained a firm posture and a serene expression. He was a king and knew he needed to convey confidence and clarity. “Your Majesty Thrain, Counselor Dáin, Governo...
2024-12-06 20:06:28 +0000 UTC
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The ceremonial square near the island's harbor was impeccably decorated, with the kingdom's dwarven banners hanging from stone masts and symbols carved into large obelisks surrounding the space. The morning light illuminated the site, casting a go...
2024-12-03 20:00:42 +0000 UTC
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The morning was clear and fresh on the Island, and the mild dawn weather brought an unusual calm to Miguel’s spirit. He was in his room, leaning against the window overlooking the vast agricultural fields of the island. The scenery was breathtak...
2024-11-27 22:31:02 +0000 UTC
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The first week of the project passed at a frenetic pace, and Miguel could sense the dwarves' dedication and efficiency in every step of the progress. From the very beginning, teams of artisans and engineers worked on the crane's structure with ast...
2024-11-23 04:44:27 +0000 UTC
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A few days had passed since Miguel arrived in the dwarven kingdom. At that moment, he found himself in a large meeting room, seated beside Governor Baudor and Brother Baromir. The room was impressive, with walls carved from solid stone and adorned...
2024-11-19 01:59:24 +0000 UTC
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Upon entering the dining hall, Miguel and his entourage were greeted by a surprising sight. At the center of the room stood an enormous rectangular table, its polished wooden surface reflecting the soft light of the torches on the walls. The table...
2024-11-17 14:03:20 +0000 UTC
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Miguel and his entourage, accompanied by the delegation of beastmen, were on a long trek towards the governor's residence on the island. The journey was made on foot, as, according to the dwarves, there were no carriages large enough to accommodat...
2024-11-14 18:19:42 +0000 UTC
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Miguel stepped down the ship’s ramp, his feet steady on the dwarf port’s ground for the first time. The port was surprisingly bustling, with a steady flow of dwarven workers coming and going, carrying wooden crates and metal barrels, as smalle...
2024-11-10 16:29:25 +0000 UTC
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Miguel and his entourage arrived at the port, where a large wooden ship awaited them, gently rocking on the water. The ship was imposing and robust, built with thick planks and tall masts that supported wide sails. The structure resembled the anci...
2024-11-05 16:01:50 +0000 UTC
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Aurelio was in his office, in the heart of the ducal palace, his face set in an expression of pure hatred. The tall windows allowed daylight to pour in, but he barely noticed the brightness or warmth. The war had stalled, and the past few months h...
2024-11-03 22:20:13 +0000 UTC
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Brother Baromir, a beast-man priest with a robust appearance and a face that resembled a boar, sat in a thick wooden chair by his fireplace. The fire softly illuminated the room, casting dancing shadows on the stone walls and warming the space wit...
2024-10-31 19:05:34 +0000 UTC
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Miguel watched the door open and saw João entering, closely followed by Lila. João, even with an amputated arm and the eye patch covering his war-marked face, seemed to have recovered. He moved with determination, and there was a certain calmnes...
2024-10-30 22:35:50 +0000 UTC
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Miguel was sitting in his office, eyes focused on the sketches before him, holding a glass of wine. The end of winter brought new life to Drakmoor. The streets were busier, people returned to work, and he could feel the renewed optimism in the air...
2024-10-28 22:40:24 +0000 UTC
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Miguel felt a wave of water trickle into his mouth, fresh and unexpected. He opened his eyes abruptly, confused, and leaned back, his senses still disoriented. He realized he was lying on something soft, and soon felt the texture of grass under hi...
2024-10-25 21:42:18 +0000 UTC
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Erondir ran through the alleys and streets of the duchy's capital with his heart racing, his quick steps echoing in the silence of the narrow passages. The city, with its tall towers and imposing walls, felt oppressive under the gray sky. He knew ...
2024-10-21 23:42:36 +0000 UTC
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Aurélio looked at Miguel with a smile that radiated pure disdain, his voice dripping with mockery. “So, little brother,” he said, pausing for a moment to let his words echo in the room, “what do you think is going to happen now?”
M...
2024-10-16 22:24:46 +0000 UTC
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