Der versiegelte Engel, und andere Geschichten

A fierce winter storm drives a crowd of strangers into a cramped, smoky tavern on the endless Volga steppe. Nobles, merchants, peasants, and a rag‑tag group of fur‑carrying drivers all press together for warmth, while the surly innkeeper battles the growing pressure at the door. The cramped room buzzes with uneasy conversations, heated arguments, and whispered rumors of a mysterious “sealed angel” that some claim once guided a lost soul through the blizzard.

Amid the tension, a red‑haired wanderer steps forward, speaking of an encounter with an unseen guardian that saved him from the cold. His tale sparks curiosity and suspicion among the weary travelers, each wondering whether the angelic presence is a comforting myth or a looming omen. As the night deepens, the inn becomes a microcosm of hope and dread, setting the stage for a story where faith, survival, and the unknown intertwine.