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Ballad: The Rival Curates

by LovelyMay — The Rival Curates tale opens not with confrontation, but with a playful tension that threads through an age-old rivalry. In many small towns, such characters as these—Hopley and Hooper—embody more than just clergy; they reflect the conflicting pulls of pride and peace within any community. Where most expect a duel of egos, the story offers something richer: an invitation to examine the power of joy, music, and shared humanity over empty disputes. The plan was simple but mischievous. Hooper’s allies…
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Ballad: Gentle Alice Brown

by LovelyMay — Gentle Alice Brown opens with a contrast that sets the tone for the entire tale. She is described as kind and demure, yet her family background is anything but gentle. Her father is a notorious robber, feared in their little Italian village, and her mother is no stranger to criminal behavior either. Despite this, Alice remains composed, her heart quietly yearning for the sight of a handsome man from the Customs House who strolls past their home. She watches him with fascination, not out of lust or desire…
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Ballad: The King Of Canoodle-Dum

by LovelyMay — 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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VERSE: A Legend of Provence

by LovelyMay — A Legend of Provence begins in a quiet moment of reflection, where a simple portrait stirs a deep story of loss and redemption. The image—a sorrowful nun with downcast eyes—serves not just as a symbol of piety, but as the gateway to a narrative set in the sun-kissed fields of southern France. The convent known as Our Lady of the Hawthorns stood like a sanctuary of compassion, offering care to the sick, peace to the weary, and a home to many who had nowhere else to turn. Within its tranquil walls lived…
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The Paper Windmill

by LovelyMay — In this chapter titled The Paper Windmill, the scene unfolds as a quiet exploration of a child’s inner world, shaped by longing, boredom, and vibrant imagination. Beginning in the early morning light, the story shifts from the eerie remnants of Mr. Spruggins’ grotesque nightmare to a new perspective—that of a young boy staring out from a quiet window. His surroundings are filled with silence, interrupted only by the stirrings of life outside. While the nightmare that opens the chapter is steeped in…
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Chapter Twenty-seven [When asked about…], Martyr!

by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter opens with a reflection on Michelangelo's approach to sculpture—removing excess stone to reveal the masterpiece within. This metaphor extends to life, where eliminating negative elements (toxic relationships, bad habits) is often mistaken for creating goodness. The author critiques the Abrahamic moral framework, arguing that avoiding wrongdoing doesn't equate to active virtue. A rich man, for instance, may pride himself on not harming others while neglecting positive action, exposing the…
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Reward

by LovelyMay — Chapter 5 titled "Reward" is a reflection on the enduring joy found not in grand accomplishments or wealth but in quiet moments and honest living. It begins with the speaker finding peace beside a stream, rod in hand, far from the noise of the world. Here, amid nature’s rhythm and the sky’s openness, contentment arrives without fanfare. These moments of retreat offer something deeper than applause ever could—a return to what feels real and grounding. Resting by the water, the soul breathes. No…
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VERSE: TRUE HONOURS

by LovelyMay — True Honours brings forward a touching story that delves into the quiet nobility often overlooked in a world obsessed with recognition. It explores how a man, once filled with grand aspirations, finds fulfillment not through public glory but through intimate, everyday acts of selflessness. The keyword of this story is not a title but a lesson—how dignity and virtue often reside in the unseen and the uncelebrated. The recollections of an aging uncle to his young niece create not only a passage of memory…
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Ballad: The Bishop Of Rum-Ti-Foo

by LovelyMay — The Bishop of Rum-Ti-Foo finds himself navigating unfamiliar customs with grace, humor, and heartfelt sincerity. Unlike many who arrive with the intention of reform, Bishop Peter embraces the traditions of his small flock without judgment. His approach, grounded in respect and curiosity, opens the door to a rare and genuine bond between colonizer and native. Rather than preaching rigid doctrine, he meets the people of Rum-ti-Foo where they are—rhythmic, bold, and vibrantly unique. The act of sharing…
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John Brown

by LovelyMay — John Brown begins not as a declaration, but as a solemn meditation by a man approaching the end of his mortal journey. He does not plead for sympathy nor seek forgiveness. Instead, he reflects on the emotional distance that time, cause, and conviction have placed between himself and the woman he addresses. Their separation, more spiritual than physical, was born of his unwavering pursuit of justice—an endeavor he admits left little room for tenderness. Yet beneath this admission lies no regret, only a…
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