Keefe Sencen always felt like he was living in the shadow of expectations. Born into the prestigious Sencen family, his every move is scrutinized, his every failure magnified. His mother's cold gaze and his father's disapproving frown were constant in his life, pushing him to be someone he wasn't.
But there was more to Keefe's then the golden boy facade he presented to the world. Hidden beneath the surface was a well of insecurities, a desire to prove that he was more than just his family's reputation.
One fateful night, Keefe stumbled upon a secret that would change everything. In the depths of his father's study, he found a series of letters, worn and faded with age. They were written by his grandfather, a man Keefe had never known, a man whose legacy had been buried under a mountain of lies.
The letter spoke of a different path, one of compassion and understanding, a stark contrast to the power and control the Sencens were known for. His grandfather had been a member of the Black Swan, working in secret to write the wrongs of the Lost Cities.
As Keefe read the words of a man who dared to dream of a better world, he felt a connection, a sense of purpose he had never known. He realized that he had a choice. He could continue to live up to the expectations of his family, or he could forge his own path, one that could lead to redemption, and perhaps, one day, to forgiveness.
With newfound resolve, Keefe made a decision. He would no longer be a pawn in his family's games. He would join the Black Swan and fight for what he believed in, even if it meant standing against everything he had ever known.
And so, Keefe Sencen, the boy who had everything, chose to leave it all behind for a chance to make a difference. In the shadows of the night, he laid out on a journey that would lead him to friendship, to adventure, and ultimately, to himself.
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In case you couldn't tell, this was supposed to be Keefe's backstory from before he joined the Black Swan. Thank you all for reading!
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KOTLC ONESHOTS
FanfictionJust some (very) short one shots from the Keeper of the Lost Cities! These include many ships, backstories, and just regular stories. DISCLAIMER: All characters and books are owned by the legendary author, Shannon Messenger.
