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

“I failed once again in breaking the chain of destiny. Celebrate this day, boy, for you have survived. But won’t last long.” A grim warning from the robed man before his mouth ceased to move.


His golden eyes shifted to blue as black smoke escaped from his nose and ears. The same color of gas exited through Princess Lucy’s eyes, merging with the other. By her side, Nyatalia mourned with Edwin’s body laid on her lap.


The entire room shook like a magnitude seven earthquake. A deep buzzing sound echoed through the walls. Grains of debris from the domed ceiling showered down on everyone.


Larson latched his red claws onto the ground while Merlize gripped on his shoulders as if her life depended on it. His spine felt the weight of her chest and the thumping beats of her heart.


Nyatalia whispered incoherent words from the bony hinges of the sealed door. The tremors worsened. Soon, gravity forced their bodies to the ground.


Chapter 47: Light After Dark