#fafnirinktober Day 15: • “Once night fell, we descended the giant oak and hiked to a secluded cliffside. There was a campsite with tents, weapons, and long-awaited food. • Griswold lit a fire, and Scarlett checked if the Ash and Seed were unharmed. I scooted beside her, “I’ve never seen magic like this. Who knew that so much life could be contained in such a small vessel. Why would the Viper King want this? • Scarlett and Griswold shared a glance. Then Griswold removed his hood, “I wasn’t always a rogue. I was once a king, and mine was a proud kingdom. Then, the Vipers invaded. They devoured everything. My resources, my land, and even my people.” • He ground his fist in the dirt, “The kingdom is now barren. That butcher wants the Ash so he can breathe life back into the land. But it will never last. His greed destroys everything it touches.” • Griwold bowed his head. Scarlett slid over and comforted him, “What my father did was wrong. And I want to make it right.” • She gestured to the urn, “Legend tells of the Ash and the Seed. The Ash will bring forth a new forest, a paradise. And the Seed will protect it, make it eternal.” She leaned in close, “Together, the Ash and Seed could bring about everlasting peace. My father would use to the Seed to protect himself, and let the world fall to ruin. We can’t let that happen. We must defend it.” • I looked them both in the eyes. I knew they were telling the truth. I placed my hand on Griswold’s shoulder, “I will help you.” • • #inktober @inktober #whenfafnirfelldownthewell #cave #comic #art #fire #camping #campsite #scarystories #storytelling #fireside #edensandersart #creativemechanics #halloween #story #inktoberday15 https://www.instagram.com/p/B3ptkgPgIRe/?igshid=1n8fxvq5lqa9m
