THE_WORDSMITH

In this world, some say, the truth and the legends are the same. One such legend belonged to the protagonist, Valerian.

Valerian was an orphan, a boy blessed with a beautiful face, and everyone around him, could not help but want to play with him, till one day a prophet passing through their town pronounced him to be cursed. 

Since that day, the destiny of the boy seemed to have changed completely, he was shunned by everyone around him, and the gazes that were earlier filled with love and affection, now brimmed with disgust and hatred. 

The constant shunning and humiliation made the cheerful child grow up to be bitter and inexpectant. On his seventh birthday, things changed once again. 

This time, it was not the people around him who went through a change, but himself. As he grew up, Valerian became a legend in his own sense. 

The people sang of a boy, who could not speak, they shed tears for a boy, who could not grieve. He came from nowhere yet he was known everywhere. 

Would you like to know this legend? A story where a curse can become a blessing? A story of sacrifice, betrayal, determination, and secrets.

Valerian, The Legendary

The mellowness of the voice was like a symphony, Valerian did not wish for this voice to stop. He thought, 'Who is it?' 


The voice replied, 'Open your eyes, my love. You will know who I am.' 


Valerian did not know why, but he felt an inexplicable trust in this voice. He opened his eyes slowly and found himself standing in a field covered with lush green grass. This place was exactly the same as the clearing where he found the carcass of the dragon. 


He turned to look around but did not see anyone, the anticipation in his silver eyes was replaced with a strong disappointment. Just when he was about to give things up, he heard the same mellow voice, "I did not expect you to look forward to meeting me so much, child." 


Then followed by the warmth of the voice, Valerian sensed the warmth envelope him. He was very happy, this warmth was similar to when Diligentia would hug him. 


Blessed.