Thief
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Last published Thu, May 22, 2014
it's nearly out of the dark ages. Humanity is gathering itself up and governing rules, kingdoms, guards and most importantly, riches. that's all thief is out for. her only dream: being rich beyond belief and quietly living on an deserted island, sitting on a throne with piles of gold and gems around her. heck, she wanted to be the empress of her own kingdom, immortal and everlasting.
but what happens when this lifelong dream is threatened?
as she gets caught up in a conspiracy to assassinate the king, things go a little haywire and she questions her morality. the question comes to mind: what does she really want and who exactly is she?
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