LovelyMay

    Stories 93
    Chapters 1,516
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    • Ballad: King Borria Bungalee Boo Cover
      by LovelyMay King Borria Bungalee Boo reigned over his kingdom with more appetite than wisdom, ruling not with justice or diplomacy, but with an endless craving that kept his subjects uneasy. His court had once been filled with noblemen and servants, but over time, that number dwindled—not by rebellion or disease, but by digestion. Only four subjects remained by the time hunger overtook him fully, each marked by their personality and their fear of being next on the menu. Among them, Pish-Tush-Pooh-Bah flaunted…
    • Ballad: The Periwinkle Girl Cover
      by LovelyMay The Periwinkle Girl charms readers with a blend of humor, irony, and quiet criticism aimed at shallow judgments and social snobbery. The narrator begins by admitting a youthful dismissal of winkles—not for their taste, but because they lacked glamour or entertainment value. Winkles were plain, unfashionable, and didn’t belong in the world of flirtation or cigars, so they were ignored. That notion shifts the moment Mary enters the scene. Selling winkles with grace and beauty, she transforms the ordinary…
    • Ballad: Thomson Green And Harriet Hale (To be sung to the Air of “An ‘Orrible Tale.”) Cover
      by LovelyMay Thomson Green and Harriet Hale begin their tale in a way that feels part daydream, part stage play. Their meeting in Regent’s Park wasn’t staged, but it could have been—a sunny day, a stray comment, and suddenly, a connection sparked between a modest auctioneer and a music teacher with refined poise. That fleeting moment blooms into affection almost immediately, with Green offering Harriet compliments that balance awkwardness with earnest charm. What follows feels like a rush through chapters of a…
    • Ballad: Bob Polter Cover
      by LovelyMay Bob Polter stood as a familiar figure among the English working class—strong in stature, calloused from labor, and unrefined but honest in his dealings. His life moved in rhythm with pickaxes and pub nights, where smoke curled above battered tables and laughter echoed after long hours of toil. Though no stranger to ale and the occasional brawl, Bob wasn’t a man adrift in vice—his habits never fully consumed his character. He wasn’t perfect, but his choices, even flawed, were human and relatable.…
    • Ballad: The Story Of Prince Agib Cover
      by LovelyMay The Story of Prince Agib opens with the image of a young royal whose life is steeped in rhythm, grace, and musical brilliance. Known throughout Tartary for his uncanny talent with instruments and composition, Agib is more than a prince—he is an artist. His palace resounds with the sounds of strings and wind, where melodies are not mere entertainments but extensions of his spirit. His days are filled with ballets and harmonies, shaping a life that feels enchanted by music. That magical order, however, is…
    • Ballad: Ellen McJones Aberdeen Cover
      by LovelyMay Ellen McJones Aberdeen appears not merely as a bystander but as a flame that burns quietly at the center of a tale charged with culture, music, and personal change. In the company of Highlanders and bold pipers, she stood not just as a figure of beauty but as a listener who truly felt the spirit of the land. Her admiration for the stirring tunes of Angus McClan reflected more than simple affection—it revealed a connection to something ancient, something that stirred both memory and soul. As pipes roared…
    • Ballad: Peter The Wag Cover
      by LovelyMay Peter The Wag found joy not in enforcing the law with stern authority, but in coloring his duties with mischief and mirth. A constable by uniform yet a jester by nature, Peter made his beat into a stage for playful deceit. Those who turned to him for the time received an answer far from accurate, often an hour too soon or too late, depending on his mood. When asked for directions, he responded with conviction, sending travelers off in curious loops and far-flung paths. While some giggled at the unexpected…
    • Ballad: Ben Allah Achmet; — Or, The Fatal Tum Cover
      by LovelyMay Ben Allah Achmet; - Or, The Fatal Tum begins with a clash of worlds, not through conflict, but through longing. A distinguished Turkish gentleman finds himself adrift in a quiet English town, enchanted by a woman far removed from his origin or status. Despite his exotic charm and wealth, his courtship is hindered not by rejection, but by silence—an affection that never reaches its intended heart. Unbeknownst to him, another suitor silently pursues the same woman. That man, Doctor Brown, is a local…
    • Ballad: The Three Kings Of Chickeraboo Cover
      by LovelyMay The Three Kings of Chickeraboo sets a delightful stage for examining satire through absurdity. With vivid imagination, the tale follows three eccentric men who crown themselves kings without a shred of formality or ancestral claim. The story begins on a sweltering day, with PACIFICO, BANG-BANG, and POPCHOP whimsically deciding that royalty is a matter of declaration, not lineage. Instead of palaces, each man selects a barrel as his throne, establishing kingdoms beside the sea with equal parts ambition and…
    • Ballad: The wind blows towards the lee, Willow! But though I sigh and sob and cry, No Lady Jane for me, Willow! Cover
      by LovelyMay Ballad storytelling has long been a vessel for conveying deep emotion and social critique through rhythm and rhyme. In this particular ballad, the story navigates the stormy seas of class boundaries, heartbreak, and unwavering friendship. From the first verse, a heartfelt tale unfolds—simple in structure, yet profound in the emotions it stirs. A sailor named Joe, caught between rigid naval life and his unreachable affection for Lady Jane, becomes a symbol of yearning in a world where love and status are…
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