The Mercenary and The Apothecary
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Last published Wed, Mar 26, 2025
A Young, Curious Mercenary with a fear of Death gets a target that changes her life forever.
Cover art: https://www.deviantart.com/floortjesart/art/Peaceful-Forest-822199907
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