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 carried the girl on his shoulders and moved through the woods. The speed was quick, and movements were silent. After a few minutes, Valerie giggled and said, "You run like a cat."

Valerian was surprised and asked, 'Oh, how is that?'

"Because cats are fast, silent, and always land on their feet. I want to do that too.", replied the child.

The young man stopped and asked, 'Do you want to do it?'

Valerie nodded, and Valerian said, 'Come down from my shoulders, and we will teach you.'

Valerie agreed and jumped down from his shoulders. They stood on the ground, and the little girl looked around her. Then, she asked, "Big brother, what now?"

Valerian smiled at her and said, 'Chase after me.'

Mercy, Hunter.