Adam the First (Ancient)

I Need A Hero

Sorry this took so long. I originally wrote a 30,000 plus worded chapter, but realized that it would've been incredibly stupid of me to compile them into one single update. So, I decided to split it in two, and publish these parts seperately instead of making a mess of things. I did this so that you all won't become too overwhelmed by the sheer insurmountable amount of information that would've followed.

Also, fair warning, there will be many original characters that will appear. I did not like how limited the cast was in the original Ever After High series, and characters from the Hazbin Hotel franchise won't be making any appearances for now, so I decided to come up with a plethora of new characters that will each have their own unique quirks and will play various roles in this story.

I listed the new characters down below so as not to get too confusing. Happy reading!

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Morning broke gently over the horizon, casting a golden glow across the land. The creeks murmured softly, the birds filled the air with their lively chirps, and life began to stir with the promise of a new day. It was this precise moment that Mona always anticipated, when the first rays of sunlight touched those tender leaves, bathing them in warmth. The light invigorated, filling with life and purpose as each day slowly unfolded.

For the past several days, this windowsill had become Mona's world, a perch from which to watch the dawn arrive, bringing with it the familiar routines. The little seedling spent time photosynthesizing, stretching toward the sun, and offering quiet companionship to the man who had cared so devotedly.

His name was Adam, and he was everything — a guardian, a provider, and a friend. Mona admired him deeply, remembering how he had planted that seed, nurturing it when all of its potential was still hidden beneath the soil.

Each morning, Mona eagerly awaited the sound of Adam's footsteps, the warmth of his smile, and the gentle words he spoke before setting off for the day. The world outside the window was a mystery, but one truth was clear: Adam was a kind man, the kindest ever known. There was a gentleness in him, a rare quality that felt like a soft breeze on a stifling day. He had given life, and in return, Mona would always care for him.

But this morning, something was different. The sun had already risen high, flooding the room with light, but Adam still lay asleep, buried in his bed of straw. His snores rumbled through the small space.

A flicker of unease stirred within Mona. He never slept this late. What if he missed something important? There was a need to wake him, but alone, Mona couldn't do much — though the vines, those faithful friends, might lend a hand... or a tendril.

The vines clinging to the walls began to quiver at Mona's urging, inching closer to Adam's slumbering form. They prodded gently at his sides, hoping to rouse him. But Adam continued to sleep soundly, his breaths deep and untroubled. Frustration flickered through Mona. He needed to wake up! What if he had things to do, places to be?

The vines tapped more insistently, brushing against Adam's cheeks, but still, he remained lost in dreams. Mona's leaves trembled with anxiety. In a final, desperate attempt, the vines coiled together, forming a makeshift fist that hovered above Adam, ready to deliver a firm tap to his forehead. But just before they could make contact, a soft, squeaky noise cut through the air, halting the vines in their tracks.

A small hedgehog — the same one Adam had brought home the previous night — peeked up from the corner, squeaking urgently at Mona. They tilted leaves questioningly, trying to understand.

The little creature scurried over to Adam, clambering up his chest and nuzzling his perfectly sculpted jawline. It sniffed around his face, its tiny nose twitching, and finally, Adam stirred. He let out a low groan, stretching as his eyes fluttered open, squinting against the morning light.