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 spent his time sitting beside Fortuna, gazing at the scenery from the top of the tallest peak in the dragon kingdom. Suddenly he asked, "Fortuna, what do you think is happening in the eastern continent?"

The silver dragon opened her eyes, and looking at him, she said, "Chaos. Those like the Tyrant love their image the most. They will go to any lengths to save their faces, and this action was a direct slap to that face of his. What would you do if you were in his place?"

Valerian chuckled and said, "Isn't it ironic? The tyrant gets bullied like this, and the people he has put fear into will get to see him like this."

Fortuna said, "Gossip is not allowed in the eastern continent. Especially about the Emperor."

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