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

Merlize wanted to reach Larson, but she retracted her hand as soon as she raised it. Swirling her spoon on the mashed potato lathered in caramel sauce, a lot of questions poked her mind. “Is he angry? What did I do?”


“Hey, you’ve been poking at your food for a while now. What’s the matter?” Larson called her attention.


“Uhh.” She let go of her spoon and left the table. “I… I have to poo. Excuse me.”


Larson grabbed her wrist, but she broke out of his hold with little effort. The rest of the group remained in their seats, focusing themselves on their potatoes.


The tribal girl rushed to the driest place of all T’khamun, away from the civilization. The wind swept away her tears. Her finger pointed at the sand and drew infinite circles until she formed Larson’s face. It’s similar to a child’s drawing.


The oracle’s words popped into her mind. “I haven’t had much experience with men, but sometimes you have to take the initiative. Make him see and realize your worth.”


Chapter 31: Just be Friends