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

Fragrantia held Valerian in her arms and did not disturb him. She sighed and said while rubbing his back gently, "You are a strong one, my child, but the strong also need to rest once in a while. Sleep well, I am here beside you."

Valerian did not hear her words as he was already deep inside the realm of dreams. This place has never shown him any scenery before, all the boy could recall was a white empty space, as he stood in front of the huge tree in the clearing. He was looked around and suddenly he smile gently, this place was something he could not be anymore familiar with.

He walked closer to the tree and sat under its shade. He said, "I am here to see you mum."

Wisdom Of A Mother.