Narrative Essay Prompt: Based on the excerpt from The Lost Years of Merlin by T. A. Barron, write a narrative that tells what will most likely happen to the boy next. Use what you know about the characters, setting, and events from the excerpt to write your narrative.
After escaping the clutches of the evil Rhita Gawr, the boy, known only as Emrys, stumbled through the dense forest, his heart pounding with both fear and determination. He knew that the dark sorcerer would stop at nothing to capture him again, to twist and corrupt his powers for his own nefarious purposes.
As he ran, Emrys's mind raced, trying to make sense of the strange visions that had plagued him since his earliest memories. Visions of a boy trapped in a crystal cave, of a mighty sword buried in stone, of a fateful destiny that seemed to be inexorably linked to his own. What did it all mean? And how could he possibly hope to fulfill a destiny that seemed far beyond his comprehension?
But even as doubt and fear threatened to overwhelm him, a glimmer of determination shone through. Emrys knew that he couldn't afford to give up, not when the fate of the entire kingdom lay in the balance. With a newfound sense of purpose, he vowed to uncover the truth behind his visions, to unlock the full extent of his powers, and to defeat Rhita Gawr once and for all.
As he emerged from the forest, the sun began to dip below the horizon, casting long shadows over the lush green landscape. Emrys paused for a moment, taking in the beauty of the world around him, finding solace in the simple pleasures of nature. And in that moment of peaceful reflection, he knew that he was ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead.
With renewed determination, Emrys set off towards the distant horizon, his heart filled with hope and courage. He may not know what the future held, but he was certain of one thing - he would never give up, he would never surrender, for he was Emrys, the boy who would one day become the greatest wizard the world had ever known. And with that thought firmly fixed in his mind, he continued his journey, ready to embrace whatever adventures lay ahead.