“You look upset, Mom,” Prince Gabriel said.
“I’ve received some not-so-good news,” said the queen. “A troll has moved into the cave on the western road. He says no one can pass without handing over a gold coin.”
Gabriel said, “Don’t worry. At least the eastern road is still open, and—”
A messenger ran into the room. “Your Highness, a dragon has moved into the cave on the eastern road! He says that no one can pass without handing over a gold coin.”
“Oh no,” said Gabriel. Their small kingdom was ringed by high mountains. The western and eastern roads were the only routes in and out.
“We don’t have enough knights to drive away trolls and dragons,” the queen said glumly. “What shall I do?”
Gabriel thought awhile. Then he said, “Leave this to me.”
Soon after, Gabriel rode his horse to the troll’s cave. As he drew close, the troll stomped out and unknotted a huge sack stuffed with gold.
This story is from the November 2017 edition of Highlights Champs.
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