The tale of the lost poet

CHAPTER 7

CHAPTER 7: ECHOES OF SILENCE

Aurora's smile faded as she glanced out the window, the distant city lights casting a soft glow over her contemplative expression. "There's a reason for that," she murmured, almost to herself. "My poetry comes from a place of deep, personal pain. It's a way for me to process what I've been through, to find some semblance of understanding and maybe even peace."

I nodded, absorbing her words. "I can feel that when you perform. It's like you're pouring your soul into each verse."

She turned back to me, her eyes intense. "Emrys, my poetry isn't just about me. It's about everyone who's ever felt lost, broken, or alone. It's about giving a voice to those who can't speak for themselves. That's why it's so important to me."

Her words resonated deeply, and I found myself nodding again. "I get that. I really do. And that's why I want to understand you better, to know what drives you to write the way you do."

Nagsimula kaming mag-usap tungkol sa mga karanasan namin, sa mga dahilan kung bakit kami nagsusulat. As she shared her stories, I felt a growing sense of admiration for her strength and resilience. She had been through so much, yet she had found a way to turn her pain into something beautiful and meaningful.

Eventually, the conversation turned to me. "What about you, Emrys?" she asked. "What's your story?"

I hesitated, unsure of where to begin. "It's not as intense as yours," I said. "But I guess I've always felt like an outsider, like I didn't quite fit in anywhere. Your poetry gave me a sense of belonging, a feeling that I wasn't alone."

Aurora nodded, her eyes softening. "We all have our struggles, Emrys. What matters is how we deal with them, how we find our way through the darkness."

Her words stayed with me as we left the building and made our way back to the park. The night was quiet, the stars twinkling in the sky above. As we walked, I felt a sense of connection with Aurora that went beyond words. We were two souls finding solace in each other's company, two people navigating the complexities of life through the power of poetry.

When we reached the park, Aurora turned to me, her expression serious. "Emrys, if you're really serious about this, there's something you need to know. My life is complicated, and there are things about me that you might find hard to accept."

"Handa akong harapin kung ano man 'yan," I replied, my voice filled with determination.

She nodded, a hint of a smile playing at her lips. "Alright then. We'll see where this journey takes us."

I was about to leave when she called out to me.

"Emrys, wait."

I turn around to face her again. "Yes, Ms Aurora?"

She smiles "Thank you."

"For what?" I asked, confused.

"Hindi mopa maiintindihan sa ngayon, pero maiintindihan morin sa tamang panahon."

As we parted ways that night, I couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation. I knew that the path ahead wouldn't be easy, but I was willing to take the risk. For the first time in a long while, I felt a sense of purpose, a connection that went beyond the superficial.

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Page 172: Abandonment.

In a house once filled with light, Echoes linger through the night.
 Shadows whisper in the hall, Silent memories mark the wall.

Once a home, now cold and bare, Love and laughter no longer there.
 Curtains drawn on days gone by, Tears like rain from a cloudy sky.

Footsteps fading, doors left wide, Loneliness where dreams once died.
 Rooms are empty, void of cheer, Every corner laced with fear.