They watched from the shadows. Watched the people of the world going about their lives, unaware of the insidious gaze that followed.
So many candidates to choose from. Such potential.
But still, they hesitated. For this would likely be the last of their contenders, and it would not do to hurry. So, they waited. Brooded.
Until they were sure.
A boy. Unremarkable in so many ways, yet somehow ideal for the contest he would soon be doomed to enter. His mind held the knowledge to appreciate their game. Understand it. Perhaps even . . . win it.
He might very well die at the first hurdle. But he had the potential for greatness.
Yes. Him.
They chose: Cade Carter.
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Science FictionSAMPLE OF PUBLISHED BOOK THAT WAS FIRST WRITTEN ON WATTPAD The Chosen introduces the epic Contender trilogy from Taran Matharu, author of the New York Times-bestselling Summoner series. Throughout history, people have vanished with no explanation. A...
