The Kingdom's Unwanted: Adventure of Unwanted heir, #1

By note

Eldoria, a kingdom steeped in ancient mysticism, stands on the brink of darkness. Born into a royal family, our enigmatic hero, Cedric, possesses a heart devoid of magic and a sword arm that falters. But it is his unwavering determination that sets him apart in a world where talent is revered above all else.

In this tale of epic proportions, Cedric is not the favored son; instead, he is shunned, despised, and bullied by his own family. All eyes are on his prodigious brother, a paragon of magical and swordsmanship prowess. As Cedric navigates a world filled with prejudice and scorn, he must uncover his true destiny to save Eldoria from an impending darkness that threatens to consume it.

• Language: English
• Publisher: note
• Release date: Sep 8, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223142850

Book preview

Chapter 1: The Birth of a Disappointment

The night was alive with a symphony of whispered secrets and hushed excitement as the grand palace of Eldoria prepared for the arrival of a new heir. Torches lined the opulent corridors, casting flickering shadows on the marble walls, while nobles gathered in the grand hall, adorned in their finest attire. The kingdom had waited with bated breath for this moment—the birth of the future ruler.

Within the sprawling chambers of the palace, Queen Elara, radiant in her regal gown, lay on a lavishly embroidered canopy bed. Her breaths were labored, beads of sweat glistening on her brow. Beside her stood King Alaric, a portrait of anxiety masked by regal composure. His sharp eyes darted between his wife and the royal midwife, who attended to the queen.

Is it time? the king inquired, his voice tremulous.

The midwife nodded solemnly. Yes, Your Majesty, it is.

In the adjoining chamber, a nursemaid tended to a crib adorned with intricate carvings and lined with silken blankets, waiting for the moment when the royal infant would be introduced to the world.

With a final, shuddering breath, Queen Elara gave birth to a boy—a royal child destined for greatness, or so it should have been. The room seemed to hold its breath as the midwife took the child in her arms, cradling him gently.

The heir to the throne, she declared, her voice trembling with reverence.

The queen extended her arms, longing to hold her newborn son. King Alaric's eyes gleamed with pride as he approached to peer at his heir. But as the midwife carefully handed the infant to the queen, a hushed murmur rippled through the room.

The child was different. Unlike the usual cries of a newborn, there was an eerie silence. His eyes, once opened, were a clear and innocent blue, but they held none of the magic that was expected of a royal heir.

King Alaric's joy faded into confusion. Queen Elara's face contorted with disappointment. It was an unspoken truth—their son possessed no magical talent.

As the realization spread among the onlookers, the celebratory atmosphere of the palace grew somber. The nurses and attendants exchanged knowing glances. Eldoria was a kingdom revered for its magical prowess, and an heir without magic was a source of shame.

The king and queen exchanged furtive, troubled looks, their whispered discussions hidden from the prying ears of the courtiers. It was a secret they couldn't afford to reveal to their subjects, at least not yet.

In that moment, the fate of the newborn prince, Cedric, was sealed. Unbeknownst to him, his life would be marked by a harsh truth—though born into royalty, he was destined to be an