A New Beginning

Just today, I thought of a new beginning for Merlin's Story, and have written in what will be the final document of Merlin's Story when finished and pasted it below. I hope you enjoy it!

Before the Story was Told

“Little ones! Stop fighting over whether Merlin or his son was a better wizard, because both of them were two of the greatest wizards of all time.” said an old man to two children who had been fighting.

The man had white hair, and walked with a cane. He had many scars, but it was the scar across his right eye that had caught the children’s attention.

“Now listen, both of you,” continued the man, his voice shockingly loud and forceful, “I can tell you the story of Merlin and his family, but if I do, you must promise me you will never tarnish the Ambrosius family name by continuing your petty dispute. So what will it be?”

The man leaned on his cane and looked expectantly at the children. One could tell that before the man had been injured, he must have been very handsome.

“Yes,” said the children, delighted to hear the story of Merlin’s family, starting with him and ending with his son.

“I thought you might say that,” replied the man, grinning, “So take a seat. The story of Merlin and his family is a long one, and it will take some time for me to tell.”

Eagerly, the children sat on the ground, not caring that they might become uncomfortable during the story.

“I suppose the best place to begin is at the beginning.” said the man looking off into the sky, “So here goes. . .”