The sun was setting behind the mountains, casting a golden hue over the small town of Eldenridge. The streets, usually bustling with the sounds of merchants and children playing, were now quiet. the air was thick with ancipations, as if the town itself could sense the impending storm
In a modest house on the outskirts of town, Ethan Grayson sat by the window, his mind a whirlwind of thoughts. He had always a man who believed in justice and fairness. But tonight, as he stared out at the fading light, he felt a darkness creeping into his heart
It all began six months ago, on a day that seemed like any other. Ethan was working in his carpentry shop, crafting a wooden table for Mrs. Harper, when his best friend, Alex, burst through the door. The look on Alex's face was one Ethan would never forget—panic, fear, and something else that he couldn't quite place.
"Ethan, you need to come with me," Alex had said, his voice trembling. "It's Sarah. She's in trouble."
Sarah, Ethan's sister, was the light of his life. Five years younger than him, she had a spirit that could brighten the darkest of days. The thought of her in trouble sent a cold shiver down his spine.
Without a second thought, Ethan had followed Alex through the winding streets of Eldenridge to the town square, where a crowd had gathered. In the center, surrounded by townsfolk, was Sarah, her face streaked with tears, her hands bound.
"What's going on?" Ethan had demanded, pushing his way to the front.
"She's been accused of theft," Mayor Thompson had declared, his voice booming over the murmurs of the crowd. "Caught red-handed stealing from the market."
Ethan's heart had dropped. Sarah would never steal; he knew that as surely as he knew his own name. He had looked to Alex for support, but his friend's eyes were downcast, avoiding his gaze.
That day marked the beginning of Ethan's descent into a world he had never known. A world where betrayal and deceit lurked in every shadow, where trust was a fragile thing, easily shattered. It was the day he lost his faith in justice, and the day the seeds of vengeance were sown in his heart.
As the weeks passed, Ethan had tried to clear Sarah's name, but every path he took led to dead ends. Witnesses recanted their statements, evidence disappeared, and it became clear that someone powerful was orchestrating the entire ordeal.
Now, sitting in the fading light, Ethan felt a resolve harden within him. He would find the person responsible. He would make them pay. And in doing so, he would reclaim the honor that had been stolen from his family.
The path of vengeance was a dark one, but Ethan knew he had no choice. For Sarah, for his family, for himself—he would walk it to the end.
Since it's my first time writing a novel, there may be some mistakes, Hope you enjoy my writing ❤ 💕