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Ballad: The Mystic Selvagee
The Mystic Selvagee tells the story of Sir Blennerhassett Portico, whose reverence for the past shapes every aspect of his identity as a naval officer. From a young age, he idolized Lord Rodney, believing no seaman before or since had equaled the Admiral’s valor and brilliance. Determined to honor Rodney not only in memory but in method, Sir Portico patterned his life to match Rodney’s, down to the tilt of his hat and the phrasing of commands. His obsession was not mocked but rather admired, as it came…-
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Ballad: The Modest Couple
The Modest Couple introduces Peter and Sarah, two individuals whose shyness is so exaggerated that even their most basic social interactions seem like trials of endurance. From the moment they are betrothed as infants, their behavior is shaped by a kind of innocence so intense it borders on absurdity. When formally introduced, both faint, overcome by the sheer impropriety of eye contact. Peter’s father, the Baron, attempts to foster familiarity by encouraging hand-holding or brief conversation, but these…-
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Ballad: The Martinet
The Martinet introduces a stark contrast in leadership through the fate of the ship MANTELPIECE, first under the joyful command of Captain Reece, then under the stern grip of Sir Berkely. Reece, though unconventional, prioritized harmony and well-being, allowing his crew certain freedoms that made their lives at sea unusually pleasant. He governed with light rules and open ears, earning not only the affection of his sailors but their loyalty. His dismissal, viewed as bureaucratic nonsense, removed a leader…-
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Ballad: The King Of Canoodle-Dum
The King Of Canoodle-Dum begins with Frederick Gowler, a worn and weathered sailor, abandoning his ship in the far reaches of the Caribbee. Drifting inland and far from the familiar salt of the sea, he stumbles into the bizarre kingdom of Canoodle-Dum, where logic and custom bend into odd and entertaining shapes. There, he meets the ever-curious King Calamity Pop Von Peppermint Drop, whose name alone suggests mischief wrapped in royal ribbons. The king greets the stranger with the sort of questioning grin…-
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Ballad: The Haughty Actor
The Haughty Actor begins with the rise of an admired performer named Gibbs, whose fame at Drury Lane feeds a growing pride that soon overshadows his good sense. Applause fills the theatre, and Gibbs basks in admiration, convincing himself that every part beneath a lead role is an insult. When offered a minor position in a new production, he scorns it, choosing ego over opportunity. His refusal marks a shift—not only in his career, but in how others begin to see him. The spotlight that once lifted him now…-
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"The Ghost, The Gallant, The Gael, And The Goblin" unfolds in a realm where fantasy treads lightly over reality, blending the charm of the eerie with the curiosity of the absurd. In the twilight edge of an unsettled suburb, a ghost and a goblin sauntered in uneasy companionship, each carrying a distinct energy. The ghost, a relic of melancholic tragedy, moved with quiet dignity, his presence evoking shivers and thoughts of long-forgotten sorrows. The goblin, on the other hand, brimmed with kinetic…-
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Ballad: The Force Of Argument
The Force of Argument unfolds in a coastal town where ambition, affection, and rhetoric intermingle beneath the surface of civility. Lord B., tall in stature and ambition, makes a calculated entrance into Turniptopville-by-the-Sea, determined to win the hearts of the people and the seat of their borough. Though groomed in noble elegance, he does not shy away from mingling with farmers and merchants, offering charm in place of policy and wit instead of clarity. At dances and tea parties, his presence is…-
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"The Folly of Brown – By A General Agent" begins with the narrator, a self-identified man of business, explaining how he once encountered a peculiar country farmer named Brown who had come into a vast sum—two hundred thousand pounds. Brown’s appearance and behavior did not match the fortune he possessed; he remained the same rustic fellow with patched trousers and sunburnt cheeks. Despite the riches suddenly in his possession, Brown didn't relocate, hire a valet, or indulge in high society. To those…
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Ballad: The Fairy Curate
The Fairy Curate begins with a magical union that defies societal expectations—a fairy woman of gossamer grace marrying a practical attorney from Ealing. Their marriage, though kept discreet from the outside world, thrives in its unusual intimacy, blending the mystical with the mundane. When their son Georgie is born, he inherits from both worlds: the sensibility of his human father and the quiet brilliance of his fairy mother. As he grows, it becomes clear that he carries something special—an…-
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Ballad: The Cunning Woman
The Cunning Woman begins by painting a life that seems almost enchanted. Bill and Jane, residents of a quiet Arcadian village, share a love that’s both deep and delightfully simple. They are untouched by the turbulence of broader society—stock market fluctuations, political strife, or aristocratic intrigues have no place in their sunlit fields. Bill’s strength lies in the soil, in the honest labor of the land, while Jane finds joy among the flowers she tends. Their love, set to song and laughter,…-
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