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

Valerian wanted to sit down when Fragrantia said in a sonorous tone, "Ladies and Gentlemen, thank you for coming over tonight, and sharing the happiness with us."

The people raised their glasses and toasted the Empress, they did not know what the happy occasion was, as the lady mentioned and why were they all invited to a brunch. A lady stood up from her chair and asked, "Your Excellency, forgive me for being blunt but can you tell us, what happiness you want us to share?"

Fragrantia smiled and covered her enchanting smile with her hand as she said, "Yes, Lady Esmeralda, the occasion is of adopting Young Valerian into the imperial household."

She stated it very simply, without caring about the protocols and other things of the imperial family. The shock written on the faces of the guests and even the two princes were ignored by Fragrantia as she sat down and said, "Valerian, you will sit next to me."

Weird.