Ancient - The Whisper Of Old Times
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As a hero, guided by words of distant gods, steps through the gate of a temple full of knowledge and secrets, he quickly feels the watchful monsters breath on his neck. The creature - created to protect a library from hands and eyes that abuse written powers - wears a smile on their lips. Denturies of guarding make one long for distractions, and a brave hero, is a delicious treat....
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Winner of the short story competition in the german Shadow Prompts of September 2023.
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