The Devil In Me

In the tumultuous year of 1346, a tempest brews as science and superstition clash among the frightened populace, unable to pierce the veil of their own delusions. The dawn of the 14th century heralds a horrific calamity dominating the horizon—the Black Death! No amount of medicine, fervent prayers, or charms can shield you from the chilling embrace of death, which spreads with ruthless efficiency through towns and cities like a wildfire. Faced with the terrifying unknown, how do the desperate masses react? They spiral into chaos. Betrayal festers among kin. Greedy leaders and their followers exploit the vulnerable, scapegoating anyone for the fall of their once-mighty realm, convinced that they are suffering divine retribution for their sins. And through the scourge, doth man open the gateway to a greater evil. Amidst the frenzy, the Church rises to the challenge, stepping into the fray with crosses raised and silver swords drawn, offering protection against a world now ravaged by monsters. Enter Alexie, a skilled thief turned mercenary, navigating the perilous streets of Vatican City. Determined to atone for her past wrongdoings, she dedicates her life to the grandest Catholic sanctuary ever built—the majestic Papal Basilica of St. Peter. Here, in this sacred fortress, God's elite warriors will rise. Beneath the hallowed dome lies an astonishing marvel of craftsmanship and engineering, worthy of the Pharaohs, forging a new path for a millennium of glory as Champions of the Light. But tread carefully! Alexie is no ordinary servant; she harbours an incredible secret. Within her resides the essence of one of history's most formidable demons—Nemesis. Together, they form a fascinating codependency that beguiles comprehension, and the origins of Alexie’s possession remain ambiguous, as does the reason behind her selection as a vessel. But one truth stands clear: the devil works in mysterious ways. And in the battle against evil, what better ally than evil itself?