The Painter

by Ryan Bush

It is said that if you visit a mountain in the far northern reaches of Kineru, you will find an old man guarding a cave full of treasures. When Sepiron makes the long journey there, he brings three gifts, not to exchange treasure, but to learn the old man’s story.

For Sepiron is seeking the history of the false gods of Kineru. He’s been tasked to bring light to the farthest reaches of the world and to destroy its false gods, no matter how long it takes. And though Sepiron is a mere man, he serves a righteous god more powerful than any other.

The Painter is the first story in The Kineru Chronicles, an exciting series of interconnected short stories. Told in the style of old-fashioned myths and legends, these Christian Fantasy tales follow Sepiron’s journey as he slays powerful monsters, false gods, and vicious mortals who seek to oppress the weak and helpless.

11 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 30, 2022

Reviews

[MissFaerieKaiti · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story is basically a random act of kindness masquerading as a Greek tragedy.

[Mateja Saraja · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great

Loved this short story and enjoyed the meaning of the text written. Very good description, not too much and not too little. Great story!