Dragon Emperor's Decree

Can freedom truly exist behind bars? This gripping **action fantasy** plunges into the life of Dave, a man released from the infamous Sahara Prison after three long years, only to find his liberation far from the sweet taste of justice he craved. Haunted by the absence of his parents' visits and burdened by worry, Dave clutches a bronze ring—a parting gift from Ryu, a cryptic inmate who imparted the secrets of the Sky Dragon Temple and extraordinary martial arts skills. Ryu's gift isn't merely a trinket; it's a map to Dave's destiny. He is instructed to seek an uncharted island in the Bada Sea on a specific date, a mission shrouded in mystery and the promise of unlocking his true potential. Skeptical yet compelled by Ryu's conviction, Dave vows to follow this enigmatic path, unaware of the trials that await him beyond the prison walls. The harsh reality of Dave's newfound freedom hits like a brutal wave. Returning to his family home, he finds a scene of utter devastation. The once-vibrant house is now a dilapidated ruin, and his beloved mother, Celine, is blind and broken, a mere shadow of her former self. Celine reveals the harrowing truth of their suffering in his absence. His father lost his job, and they were relentlessly extorted by the ruthless Kintan Family, who demanded exorbitant compensation for Dave's alleged crimes. Even Sana, Dave's girlfriend, abandoned them in their hour of need. Fueled by burning rage and a thirst for vengeance, Dave finds himself torn between two powerful forces. He yearns to retaliate against the Kintan Family, the architects of his family's misery, but the enigmatic quest bestowed upon him by Ryu tugs at his very soul. This **fantasy novel** weaves a tapestry of martial arts mastery, betrayal, and the search for identity, promising readers a heart-stopping adventure filled with epic battles and unforeseen alliances. Dave must navigate a treacherous landscape of ancient prophecies and modern-day corruption. Will Dave succumb to the seductive allure of revenge, or will he embrace his destiny and unlock the hidden powers within? And who is Ryu, the mysterious inmate who set this all in motion – a friend or a foe?