The Deer King

In a world ravaged by a mysterious, incurable illness, two unlikely souls find their fates intertwined. Van, a former soldier now toiling in a salt mine, is the sole survivor of a wolf attack that leaves him immune to the deadly Black Wolf Fever, but burdened with the responsibility of a young girl, Yuna, orphaned in the same tragic event. Their bond, forged in the crucible of loss and shared survival, becomes a beacon of hope in a land teetering on the brink. As the epidemic intensifies, threatening to engulf the entire kingdom, Van and Yuna embark on a perilous journey. Pursued by those seeking to exploit Van's immunity and entangled in a web of political intrigue, their adventure uncovers forgotten truths about the disease and the delicate balance between humanity and nature. This sweeping tale explores themes of family, sacrifice, and the enduring spirit of individuals striving for a future in a world desperate for a cure.

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