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 warned the teammates and stood at the end of the collapsed clearing. He could sense the movement in the debris and wanted to know who would come out first.

A small amount of rubble fell, and Marva climbed out. He burst into laughter when he saw Valerian glaring at him. The man said, "I did not expect you to be so decisive. Tell me, what do you want to let me go?"

Valerian asked, "You want me to let you go?"

The man nodded without a shred of pride. He said, "You might not know, but I have a lot of money. I can give it all to you. Just let me escape."

Valerian thought for a bit or pretended to, at least. Then he flicked his wrist, and a flive dug into Marva's thigh. The pain made the man groan and wince. He said, "Have you fucking lost your brain, kid? Do you think this wild boss to stay asleep while you kill me? My scream can awaken him."

The young man did not hesitate and said, "I want you to wake him up."

On The Knees.