In the Cards  /  A King's Ransom
A King's Ransom
The Emperor

A King's Ransom

by Jeff VanOudenhove

Wave II  ·  Released June 1, 2025

Westley finds himself on borrowed time when an ancient figure comes to collect a hefty ransom. To save himself, will he be willing to trade a life for a life?

Jeff VanOudenhove

An engineer by day, martial arts instructor at night, Jeff spends his spare time writing dark suspense and psychological thrillers. His storytelling combines complex characters and dire situations, mixed with astonishing plot twists.

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After researching the card meaning, the story came to me quite quickly. Manipulation and control are big themes, and I had just the story in mind for such a devious subject.

  • What's the worst thing you would be willing to do to prolong your life?