All Chapters of Deep Down Your Black Heart: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

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Chapter 21 - Tears of Insanity

“Well, at least that’s what I thought initially, but you survived a dark symbiote. That changes everything,” Bleak stated, retracting his claws. “A possibility I planned for.”Hound circled him slowly, as if strategizing his next strike, waiting for the perfect moment. “Here without backup, not even a means of communication. You must be a man with a death sentence.”Bleak stood confidently in the center of the room, fully aware of Hound’s every micro-movement. “Why don’t you take a peep at the future? More specifically, a few minutes from now at Demi Hotel, room number 14.”Hound complied, using Bleak’s soul fragments—the strongest connection to the vision. One of his eyes began to burn rapidly, silver-lined smoke streaking from it as he continued to circle. His other eye remained silver, burning but steady. This new ability, part of his evolution, allowed him to scavenge webs of the near future while remaining conscious in the present.Then, his eye went dark. The darkness transition

Last Updated : 2025-01-09

Chapter 22 - A Throne Born From Ash

Tears streaked his face with a precision that seemed almost artistic, each drop accentuating the anguish as he gently caressed Argent’s cold, pale face. His movements were slow, deliberate, as if savoring every fleeting moment of connection with her lifeless form. At a distance, the seers whispered among themselves, their eyes flitting between him and the others, their murmurs laced with doubt and suspicion about his loyalty. Despite the weight of their judgment, Hound lay there, unmoving, consumed by his grief for the remainder of the day.“A streaking silver flame, burning through the streets, destroying property and reducing citizens to ash without discernible cause... there’s only one person who fits the description,” Blanc stated as he entered the room, stepping through the shattered remnants of the door with his cane tapping rhythmically against the floor. Emily trailed closely behind him, her steps cautious, while Bleak staggered in after them, his face battered and bruised from

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Chapter 23 - Seeds of Dominion

Six months later…The trajectory of River’s decline had spiraled into chaos, the scale of its losses growing exponentially. Violent protests erupted in the streets, escalating into uncontrollable riots that forced the imposition of martial law. Rivermirror, in its growing power, severed its ties completely, banishing River’s citizens from its borders. Under the new law, any River resident found within Rivermirror’s territory would face immediate execution if sufficient evidence was presented—unless a Baron explicitly approved their presence. Rivermirror declared itself an independent city, governed by its Barons, with Hound assuming the role of overseer of all Seers. His position was absolute, his influence terrifyingly vast.With Binge’s vast knowledge and experience, along with Gazier and Evee’s mastery of core hunting and resource management, the installation of the relay core was a resounding success. Dubbed “Prototype 0,” the system became the backbone of Rivermirror’s stability

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Chapter 24 - Webs of Defiance

“A young woman refuses to leave the border, sir!” a Seer announced, barging into the conversation with urgency in his voice.“River?” Hound asked, his tone devoid of interest, not even sparing the Seer a glance.“Yes, sir!” the man exclaimed eagerly, his body stiff as he awaited Hound’s next words.“Then kill her. Such details are beneath me,” Hound responded, each word dripping with irritation.The Seer hesitated before continuing, his voice wavering slightly. “If I remember correctly, Emily forbade any form of violence toward anyone matching the description. Emily said—”“Emily said?” Hound interrupted, turning his attention to the man. He moved toward him slowly, his footsteps soft but deliberate, like a predator stalking its prey. “I wasn’t aware Emily’s authority surpassed mine.”The Seer bowed his head, his confidence crumbling as Hound drew closer. Sweat began to bead on his forehead, and his voice trembled as he stammered, “I—I made a grave mistake, Baron. It won’t happen agai

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Chapter 25 - Flames of Concequence

“You may be able to kill your best friend without a second thought, but I’m not you, Hound,” Emily said, her voice firm.“You do realize I’d be dead if not for April’s intervention, don’t you?” Hound clarified. “Tell me, what do you think would have happened if April was a second late?”Emily closed the distance, her face etched with sorrow. “I’m sorry, I—”“Play along, Em. Answer the question,” Hound cut her off, his tone unwavering.She hesitated but eventually spoke, her words measured. “Well, you would be dead. Binge, too. Everyone in the house, for that matter. And since both of you are Barons, there’d be chaos in Rivermirror—power struggles, political instability. With you gone, she’d take your place as Seer. Binge’s death would destroy everything he built, especially the food supply. He’s the only one who understands how it works.”Hound gently lifted her face, brushing her hair aside with surprising tenderness. “Do you understand now why she must die?”Emily’s eyes softened,

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Chapter 26 - The End of The Beginning

At Binge’s lair, the dream began. Once a core of Rivermirror’s hope, it had grown dark and foreboding. Binge—a man who once ended city-wide hunger and fought for peace—had achieved greatness, but at a cost few would dare to pay.The large table, sculpted in the shape of Rivermirror’s map, was where the remnants of the elites gathered. Around it, a fractured council sat, each burdened by their own shadows:Binge: With stress plucking his hair one by one and his skin tainted green from the relay core’s toxic exposure, he looked twice his age. The foul smell of death emanated from him, unmistakable and suffocating.Gazier: Once loud and brash, he had grown quieter and more calculating, his experiences with Binge teaching him that muscles alone couldn’t solve every problem.Evee: Sweet and vibrant on the surface, but her eyes betrayed her—a woman who had seen unspeakable horrors and carried them silently.Hound: The calmest and most composed in the room. Armed with knowledge of every answ

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Chapter 27 - The Curse By Hollow Promises

“I thought I forbade you from continuing this project. The consequences will be unbearable if not properly managed and contained, Vorn! Why don’t you ever heed my warnings?” his mentor protested angrily.Speechless in defeat, Vorn reached out, touching the glass encasing the relay core. It pulsed rhythmically, like a beating heart. A long silence followed before he turned to face his mentor. “There is more to magic than meets the eye, sir. I know it’s dangerous, but it has the potential to change our lives for the better. As its creator, it’s my responsibility to safeguard it with my life.”His mentor’s stern gaze didn’t waver. “If anyone catches wind of your success—this thing...” he gestured at the living core, crossing his arms as if to shield himself from its presence.“No one will know. I’ll have it secretly transported to River Island. It’s secluded, far from the mainland, and holds no global interest. I trust Erlin to keep it safe there,” Vorn insisted, his voice trembling with

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Chapter 28 - Orders from the Baron

Bang! The deafening roar of a shotgun echoed across the desolate terrain, shattering the stillness. On one end of the blast, the infected’s head erupted into a spray of blood, decayed flesh, and brown, rotting roots intertwined within its brain. The roots twisted and coiled unnaturally, their dark tendrils hinting at a sinister role in the creature’s horrifying existence. The body crumpled, lifeless, revealing a hollow-eyed seer behind the weapon, his face as cold and unfeeling as the act itself.Seven more thunderous shots followed in quick succession. The first two tore through the father who had shielded his family, his body jerking violently as he fell to the ground. The remaining shots were aimed at the fragile wooden boat, the splintering wood sending echoes of destruction into the air. The craft, now riddled with holes, sank further into uselessness, trapping the family in place.The seer’s gaze remained unyielding as he strode forward, his gun trained steadily on the mourning w

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Chapter 29 - Corpsehaven's Judgement

The main gates creaked open, their heavy metal groaning as if protesting the movement. The sound vibrated ominously through the dead city, a low hum beneath the chaotic chatter of the crowd. They pushed and shouted over one another, their voices rising into a cacophony of desperation. As the first few attempted to force their way into the cradle that had opened, they were stopped abruptly—a shimmering rune formation burst to life. A straight line of inscribed bricks behind the gates glowed faintly, inert until unauthorized contact was made, now radiating vibrant energy that repelled them like an invisible wall.Guards assigned to duty strode through the distraught crowd. Their presence silenced the mass momentarily, confusion dimming the noise. One of the guards scanned the haggard faces before pointing decisively. “You, you over there, and you with the hat, follow me,” he ordered, his voice cutting through the tension.“I can’t go with you without my family,” the engineer protested,

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Chapter 30 - The Price of Knowledge

Evee’s eyes shot open to the sound of a loud commotion piercing the stillness of her room. Her body jolted as the door swung violently on its hinges, slamming against the wall. Instinctively, she reached out for Justina, only to find the other side of the bed cold and empty. Panic set in as she stumbled to her cloak, patting it down twice with trembling hands before realizing the book was missing.Taking a deep, steadying breath, Evee composed herself and stepped out into the corridor. The noise grew louder, chaotic voices merging into an unintelligible roar. As she emerged into the open, her heart sank. A mob had gathered, their anger palpable, faces twisted with rage and betrayal. At the forefront stood Justina, gripping the book high above her head like a trophy. By their reactions, it was clear they had some idea of the book’s contents.“We won’t stand by and watch you use us as your playthings anymore!” Justina roared, her voice cutting through the chaos. The crowd erupted in agr

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