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 smiled at Jelat and said, "Thank you for your donations."

Jelat smiled and asked, "I wonder if I could hold you for dinner."

The young monk shook his head with a faint smile and said, "I have a little one waiting back at the residence."

Jelat was surprised but did not show it on his face and nodded with an amiable expression. He said, "I shall arrange the carriage for you to return."

Valerian thanked him with a polite smile and then boarded a carriage to leave the place. Jelat did not wait for too long. He turned to look at his most trusted confidante and asked, "Malak, did you see any little one with this boy?"

Malak nodded and then took out a pen and paper to write down everything he observed. Jelat had a thoughtful expression and said, "We can use that girl as leverage."

Face To Face.