An Ill Fated Ambition

by ayomide

HarvestMoonAddict's 100 Theme Challenge: He knew all the tales they told of him. The rumors of the reclusive Wizard abounded, each more extravagant and horrifying than the last. Was he truly as dreadful as they painted him?

1. Introduction

My submission for (HarvestMoonAddict/Regardless160)'s 100 Word Challenge. Hope you enjoy! d(^_^)b Cheers!

Disclaimer: I do not own Harvest Moon.

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The birth of memories.

Was there ever a time when I was not plagued by despair? Anguish rolls through me, a raging fire consuming everything in its wake. My fingers clutch the crystal ball, nestled in velvet folds, and I feel a momentary reprieve. It doesn't last long. I can hear their hearts beating for a savior.

It can't be me; I am nothing more than an empty shell.

It can't be me; I am the cause.

The sphere torments me with fleeting visions I can't explain, scenes from another life.

What am I?

Those outside call me the Wizard.

They call me cursed.