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Lake City and the 7 Golden Scrolls - Vol 1 Mist of Death

Lake City and the 7 Golden Scrolls - Vol 1 Mist of Death

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Mist of death is the first edition of a fantasy series about a City and the curse it's put under. Lc7 is a family story with an abundance of appealing and exciting characters, super hero's, magical creatures, excellent plot and most importantly, themes and messages that are pertinent to the ills in our society today. Lc7 is refreshing, and unique. A work of art that inspires and enlightens.

Chapter 1 Prologue

Looking back into the distance of once upon a time...

Seven golden scrolls existed that foretold the future. The first spoke of a time when colours would become dark and grey, night would rule throughout the day, and leaves would lose their hue, all in a mist where nothing grew. It also said bells would ring without a sound, and life would retreat into the ground...

Lake City, Bantuville. 1970

The precious papyrus lay for years in the treasure room without disturbance, until one day, a knock was heard on the door of vindication.

"Knock, knock."

"Come in."

As she entered she nodded in respect, uttering only the word, "mama."

"I am ready," answered the woman as she stood, tucked her scarf into her bosom and said, "let's go."

The moment they stepped out of the house they took hold of each other and braced for the treacherous walk through the uncaring cold winds. The chill of the night crept between the gaps in their clothing, prompting them to walk faster, but it was not easy, as they faced an uphill climb to the homes of the royal family.

"Knock, knock."

"Come in."

The room they entered was warm and inviting, complimented by the amber glow of a nearby fireplace falling on the surrounding furniture.

"Thank you for coming mama Ika," a tall woman beckoned the two to a room separated by a dark linen curtain. There was a sudden change in the atmosphere, the room was ominous, a pale young woman lay eyes closed in the only bed. But the room had other occupants, silent royalty and still attendants all with gloomy expressions decking their features.

"Is everything prepared?"

"Yes, we have boiled more than enough water for your needs, and the knives have been sharpened and sterilized."

"Thank you, bring the towels," moving to the bed she asked, " has she eaten?"

"No, she has not, "answered a woman seated in a chair, "her temperature is high, and her spirits are low."

"Then we must hurry if we are to save the child."

A wale from a crying baby shattered the silence.

"Shh-shh my child everything is going to be just fine."

Mama Ika handled the infant gently while her assistant deftly tied the cord and cut it swiftly from its source.

Just then a large man with a huge belly entered. He greeted the somber audience with a grunt, passed the midwife with the child now wrapped in swaddling, and proceeded to lift the covering from the face of his now deceased fifth wife. Leaning forward, he kissed her on the forehead.

"Is it a boy?" He asked replacing the cloth.

Silence

Turning, and in a subtly angered voice asked, "do I have a son?"

"Yes my king, you have a son," answered his first wife.

"Then today is a day of mourning and celebration."

He moved toward the midwife who had busied herself cleaning the child. He then tilted his head to get a view of his heir, and as his eyes settled on the child he glared at the newborn and shouted at the top of his voice, "what the hell is this?"

The wives did not respond, so the midwife asked nervously, "what is the matter my chief."

Eyes bulging he questioned, "am I the only one who sees this?" Pointing at the screaming baby, he stammered, "this, this child is bl-acker than coal." With that he spun on his heels and stormed out of the room.

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1 Chapter 1 Prologue
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2 Chapter 2 Prologue 2
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3 Chapter 3 Ofentse
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4 Chapter 4 Back home
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5 Chapter 5 Mama
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