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

The merchant was unable to comprehend what was going on here. He did not expect to come through a high-level weapon in this remote village. He reached for the blade, but Valerian pulled back and said, "Sir, may I ask what price you are willing to pay for this?"

The merchant woke from the trance and said, "Five gold coins."

Wen was shocked and wanted to agree to the price when Valerian said, "I cannot sell it this low, Sir. My master told me not to take one coin less than seven gold coins."

The merchant shook his head and said, "No, I cannot give you this price."

Valerian sighed and bowed, "Thank you for your appreciation, but we cannot have a deal."

The merchant could not believe that Valerian would refuse him so decisively. He said, "Wait, we can negotiate."

Invitation.