Larson, an ordinary seventeen-year-old boy outside the outskirts of Luxene is tending to his fallen home when a knight approaches him. He tells him that he has an opportunity to join their ranks. The boy has dreamed of this day of becoming an honored knight like his father.

He drives the boy on his steed until they reach the castle where he has to face a crimson dragon on his first trial.

When the king hears of his accomplishments, he summons for the boy and gives him the task of saving the lost princess. In return, he shall give the boy her daughter’s hand.

During his travel, he meets a tribal girl named Merlize along the way. She decides to help him on his quest. As they fight monsters, Larson gradually falls for Merlize.

Will he ever fulfil his promise of taking the princess’ hand? Can they save the princess in time before the king inhales his last breath?

An Arrow to the Heart is created by Flint Argus Claymore, an eGlobal Creative Publishing author.

An Arrow to the Heart

“What am I doing here?” A collective thought after reorienting themselves. Trees swayed around them and wild creatures chased at each other behind the bushes.


Stretching their sore muscles, they thought they overslept. Nyatalia offered to massage Larson’s back.


“Thank you for the kind gesture, but I’m fine.” He refused.


She squatted next to him. “How about you massage me instead?”


“Yeah… I gotta… sharpen my sword.” Larson got up, resting the weapon on his shoulder. “I can’t protect you if it’s dull.”


He went for the trees and grabbed some rocks, leaving Nyatalia in awe. Edwin dropped off his shoulder, shaking his head.


“What?” She raised an eyebrow at him.


Next to them, Merlize caressed her golden bow and quiver. She doted on them like children in their mother’s bosom. “I knew it was a dream! I thought I lost you forever.”


Edwin walked toward her. “How did it get into your hands?”


Chapter 17: Flight of Blues and Violets