Eamon Noctis moved through the Thornwood estate like a shadow. His known persona—the polite heir to the family legacy—was a mask he wore with practiced ease. But beneath that surface lay something deeper, something hidden. A whispered secret that danced on the edges of his consciousness, waiting to be unraveled.
His dual nature intrigued those who glimpsed it. Eamon possessed no talent for swordplay or magic, unlike the other noble children. Their disdain for him was palpable, their eyes sliding past him as if he were insignificant. Yet, Eamon found solace beyond the manor walls—in the company of local children.
Liora, the Spirited Girl
Liora, with her sun-kissed skin and wild curls, was Eamon's closest friend. She moved with a grace that belied her age, her laughter echoing through the hidden corners of Thornwood. Liora's secret? She was the sister of Darius, the head butler. But her true magic lay in her ability to see beyond the obvious, to sense the currents of power that flowed through their world.
Eamon and Liora shared a magic teacher, Selena. The enigmatic Selena taught them spells that defied convention, whispered incantations that stirred the air. Liora's hidden story remained veiled, a mystery waiting to unfold. Eamon wondered what secrets she held, what truths danced in her eyes.
Aldric, the Swordsmaster's Son
Aldric, too, was part of their trio. The son of Thornwood's knight captain, Denial, Aldric was destined for greatness. Already a beginner aura swordsman, he possessed a skill that belied his youth. His blade cut through the air with precision, and Eamon admired the way Aldric's eyes sparkled with determination.
Eamon and Aldric had been childhood friends, their bond forged in shared adventures beyond the estate. Aldric provided a connection to the outside world—a glimpse of life beyond noble circles. Together, they faced challenges, their loyalty unwavering.
Shadows and Destiny
As Eamon's dual nature tugged at him, he wondered about the hidden half—the counterpart that whispered in his dreams. What latent powers lay dormant within him? What truths awaited discovery? And how did Liora and Aldric fit into this intricate web of secrets?
Thornwood's legacy weighed heavily on Eamon's shoulders, but his bonds with Liora and Aldric anchored him. They were more than friends; they were his confidantes, his allies against the shadows that threatened to consume him.
And so, as the sun dipped below the horizon, Eamon vowed to unravel the whispers of his dual soul. For within that hidden half lay not only his destiny but the fate of Thornwood itself.
To be continued…