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The Fairy Minister

by LovelyMay — The Fairy Minister steps quietly into history during the troubled year of 1692, where conflict raged at Killiecrankie and lives were lost to both sword and political betrayal. Yet in Aberfoyle, away from bloodied fields, Reverend Robert Kirk walked in peace among mossy hills, believed to be touched by something more delicate and ancient than war. Revered by his congregation and, curiously, beloved by the Fairies, Kirk spent his final days in quiet communion with the unseen. Legends grew from his deep…
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Lead Soldiers

by LovelyMay — In this chapter titled Lead Soldiers, the story begins with the unstoppable advance of a fire devouring a once-grand cathedral, illuminating the sky with its cruel brilliance. Smoke spirals upward while stained-glass windows crack and melt, unable to withstand the blaze’s assault. The flames move like a creature unleashed, curling around doorways and beams, swallowing relics, manuscripts, and lives built over years. Citizens scatter, their panic no match for the fire’s focus, and even the…
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Chapter Twenty-one: Ali Shams

by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter opens with Cyrus Shams in Brooklyn, attempting to call his friend Zee but hesitating to leave a message. His hands tremble uncontrollably, reflecting his inner turmoil. The narrative then shifts to memories of his father Ali's funeral, where only a handful of people attended, including his high school teacher, ex-girlfriend, and friends. Cyrus recalls the somber atmosphere and the scent of wet soil, a sensory memory that lingers with him. His uncle Arash's absence is noted, along with the later…
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Chapter XV — The Bhagavad-Gita

by LovelyMay — Chapter XV opens with a striking symbol—the upside-down tree—which Krishna uses to explain the nature of human existence. This tree, with its branches reaching down and roots stretching upward, mirrors how the material world is only a shadow of the spiritual truth. Its leaves, likened to Vedic hymns, are said to nourish life, much like knowledge feeds the soul. The structure of this tree is not fixed; it is influenced by human choices and the interplay of nature’s three qualities—goodness, passion,…
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The Love of the Game

by LovelyMay — The Love of the Game begins with a voice that pushes back against a world obsessed with winning, proving, and outdoing. Instead of glorifying success in its usual form—money, fame, or accolades—it leans into a different kind of victory. This victory is quieter, rooted in the joy of effort itself, and in the satisfaction of knowing that something was done wholeheartedly. The speaker notices how often people get lost in comparison. They look at what others have and feel cheated or left behind. But what…
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Part II

by LovelyMay — Part II begins with the narrator’s relentless desire to solve a riddle that, to most, would seem comically insignificant—finding the mind behind the verses tucked in holiday crackers. But for him, it’s no small matter. Elvira, the object of his admiration, adores these tiny poetic quips, and so winning her heart depends on uncovering their mysterious origin. He seeks out well-known literary figures, hoping one might confess authorship. First, he approaches the revered Henry Wadsworth, then Alfred…
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The Pleiades

by LovelyMay — The Pleiades appear early in the night sky, clustered like small glowing eyes that peer gently through the darkness. There is a quiet intimacy in the way they emerge—not as distant, unreachable stars, but as close companions of the imagination. To a child lying awake, the stars become a playground of myths and dreams, delicate enough to be mistaken for toys left behind by angels or drifting sparks from some forgotten celestial forge. Their faint light doesn't blind but comforts, as if reminding us that…
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Ballad: The Martinet

by LovelyMay — 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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VERSE: My Will

by LovelyMay — My Will begins not with possessions, but with presence—the kind of presence that lingers even after parting. The speaker, without land or riches to leave behind, chooses instead to pass on pieces of their spirit. These are not grand inheritances of gold, but memories, encouragement, and affection sculpted by time and care. Each recipient is offered something deeply personal: a name carried with tenderness, a task that echoes shared conviction, or a love untouched by bitterness. These gifts are quiet, yet…
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Cyrus Shams

by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter opens with Cyrus Shams, a disheveled and drug-addled young man, lying in his squalid Indiana apartment, desperately seeking a sign from God. After years of silence, he interprets a flickering light bulb as a potential divine message, though he questions whether it’s a miracle or just faulty wiring. Cyrus reflects on the unfairness of biblical figures like Muhammad and Saul, who received unambiguous revelations, while he is left grasping for clarity. His longing for a tangible connection with…
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