Kabanata 14 ng Florante at Laura

Pag-ibig anaki’y aking nakilala,
‘di dapat palakihin ang bata sa saya;
at sa katuwaa’y kapag namihasa,
kung lumaki’y walang hihinting ginhawa.”

“Sapagkat ang mundo’y bayan ng hinagpis,
namamaya’y sukat tibayan ang dibdib;
lumaki sa tuwa’y walang pagtitiis …
anong ilalaban sa dahas ng sakit?”

“Ang taong magawi sa ligaya’t aliw,
mahina ang puso’t lubhang maramdamin;
inaakala pa lamang ang hilahil
na daratni’y ‘di na matutuhang bathin.”

“Para ng halamang lumaki sa tubig,
daho’y malalanta munting ‘di madilig;
ikinaluluoy ang sandaling init;
gayundin ang pusong sa tuwa’y maniig.”

“Munting kahirapa’y mamalakhing dala,
dibdib palibhasa’y ‘di gawing magbata,
ay bago sa mundo’y walang kisapmata,
ang tao’y mayroong sukat ipagdusa.”

“Ang laki sa layaw karaniwa’y hubad
sa bait at muni’t sa hatol ay salat;
masaklap na bunga ng maling paglingap,
habag ng magulang sa irog na anak.”

Grenades and Memories

BY: AMORBABY

In days of youth, through sun and fog,

A boy and dog, an unbroken bond.

Laughter echoed, pure and free,

Friendship sealed eternally

Through fields, they'd roam, in joyous play,

Their spirits entwined, day by day.

A memory, a treasure trove,

Of love and loyalty, never to dissolve

Yet fate's cruel twist, a world undone,

Biological blight, a dreadful run.

His faithful friend, a rabid sight,

Mindless, savage, a haunting plight.

But in those eyes, a flicker, a gleam,

Recognition in the chaotic stream.

A chew thrown forth, an old routine,

Yet now a grenade, a harrowing scene.

Tears cascade, a heart's lament,

For a bond that time could not prevent.

A dog still loved, amidst despair,

A friendship's memory, beyond repair.

Nobody Cares

By: Amorbaby

 In the hustle of life's daily affairs,

Amidst laughter, joy, and shared embraces,

Yet within, a whisper, an echo declares,

Alone, secluded in empty spaces.

Friends adorned in their own attire,

Family enwrapped in their cherished roles,

Amidst their mirth, your heart may tire,

A solitary figure, bearing unspoken tolls.

In every smile, a story concealed,

Each laugh masks a quiet plea,

As shadows deepen, wounds are revealed,

Alone, you bear what none may see.

The world spins on its bustling track,

Each soul ensconced in its private flight,

Amidst the noise, you fade to black,

Alone in the realm of silent night.

Nobody cares in the bustling race,

Lost in their quests, their dreams to chase,

But within your world, emotions bear,

Aching whispers of nobody there.

Yet amid this solitary glare,

Know, dear soul, within this rhyme,

Though silence echoes, I'm aware,

And here with you, through endless time.

If I Disappear from the World

 By: Amorbaby

If I disappear from the world,
Will whispers of my presence fade,
Or will remnants of my essence curl
Around the corners where I've played?

Will the stars hold my silent gaze,
Or will they blink indifferent eyes?
Will laughter still dance in familiar ways,
Amidst the absence of my sighs?

Will the trees still rustle in the wind,
Telling tales of moments shared?
Or will my absence gently rescind
Those memories once brightly paired?

Will someone pause in passing thought,
A fleeting moment of my face?
Or will I, in time, be simply forgotten,
Lost in life's bustling pace?

If I vanish from the world's embrace,
Will joy blossom more freely there?
Or will shadows linger in the space
Where once I breathe the same air?

Perhaps my absence, a fading hue,
Will cast no ripples, stir no wave.
Yet, let my presence echo true—
In kindness given, moments I gave.

For even if the world moves on,
A piece of me may linger still,
In a song, a smile, a dawn's soft yawn,
A gentle touch, a cherished thrill.

So, if I vanish from this sphere,
Let memories paint a subtle hue,
And if someone sheds a quiet tear,
Know that I once felt their view.

For in this vast, unending scroll,
I've etched my mark, a tender trace,
And if I disappear from the whole,
Love's whispers linger in its space.

Edward's Symphony (Claire de Lune by Debussy)

By: Amorbaby

In the depths of night, a piano softly weeps,
Echoes of ages, a melody that seeps,
Through centuries past, where time does swoon,
Edward plays "Clair de Lune," a timeless tune.

Forlorn keys caressed by hands of despair,
Each note a whisper, a longing laid bare,
A hundred years passed, in the moon's soft glow,
He plays for a love he's yet to know.

Through twilight's veil, his soul takes flight,
Lost in the chords of eternal night,
A haunting refrain, a yearning's embrace,
Music that echoes through time and space.

In each delicate trill and poignant chord,
Resides a hope that cannot be ignored,
A symphony woven with bittersweet grace,
His heart's melody, in a solitary place.

Though unknown, the face of his destined muse,
Edward's devotion, a timeless ruse,
"Clair de Lune" sings of love's sweet chore,
A serenade for one he's yet to adore.
Through the ivories' dance, his heartstrings strum,
Awaiting the one he'll finally become,
In patient vigil, his soul takes flight,
Playing for love in the hushed moonlight.

Melody of Sadness and Hope (Bella's Lullaby)

By: Amorbaby1987

In twilight's tender embrace, their worlds entwine,
Bella, in dreams, where fantasies align,
Edward, a specter in the night's tranquil hue,
Guardian unseen, his love pure and true.


Bella's lullaby whispers secrets untold,
Of realms apart where their destinies unfold.
She drifts through realms of mortal delight,
While Edward, a sentinel, keeps her in sight.


In Bella's world, where daylight reigns supreme,
She dances through life, in a mortal dream.
Edward, a phantom, in shadows, does dwell,
Ever vigilant, protecting her well.


Through whispers of twilight, their lives diverge,
One is in the light, and the other's a surge
Of darkness and secrets, a world of his own,
Yet bound by a love that's eternally sewn.


In every soft note of the lullaby's croon,
Their tales entwine, like the sun and the moon.
Bella's melody, a bridge that transcends,
Edward's vigil, a love that never ends.


In disparate lives, in realms far and wide,
Their love's unyielding, forever allied.
Bella and Edward, in separate spheres, roam,
Yet together, entwined, in love's sacred home.

The Day I Choose to Die

By: Amorbaby1987

Upon the stage of life's grand theater,

I stood at the crossroads, fate's own seer,

A decision so grave, the world held its breath,

The day I chose to embrace my own death.

With a heart heavy as lead and eyes like fire,

I sought to escape the pain, the mire,

The burdens that weighed on my weary soul,

A symphony of sorrow, a story untold.

The sun cast its final golden kiss,

As I ventured into the abyss,

A path shrouded in shadows and despair,

A journey to a world beyond compare.

The winds whispered secrets of the unknown,

As I walked this path, utterly alone,

The echoes of my past danced in the air,

A tapestry of memories, both foul and fair.

In the realm where stars refused to shine,

I faced the specters of my own design,

Regrets and dreams, entwined in a dance,

As I stood on fate's edge, ready to advance.

Yet, in that moment, a revelation profound,

A voice within me, a heartbeat's resound,

Life's tapestry, a mosaic of pain and delight,

A symphony of struggles, a dance of light.

With newfound strength, I cast off the shroud,

A phoenix rising from ashes, unbowed,

The day I chose to die was not an end,

But a rebirth, a chance to mend.

I embraced the scars, both old and new,

A warrior forged, tested and true,

No longer defined by the fear of the night,

I emerged from the darkness, into the light.

The day I chose to die, I found my life,

A symphony of strength, a battle rife,

With each breath, a testament to thrive,

A tale of resilience, forever alive.

Resurgence of the Soul: A Journey from Shadows

By: Amorbaby1987

In shadows cast, a man resides,

A heart once full, now torn inside,

Lost in a sea of heavy thoughts,

His will to live, a battle fought.

Once vibrant eyes, now dimmed and gray,

A spirit once ablaze, now fades away,

He walks a path of solitude,

In search of light, his heart subdued.

The weight of life upon his chest,

A weary soul in need of rest,

But deep within, a spark remains,

A flicker of hope, despite the chains.

Oh, let him know, this world still cares,

Amidst his struggles, pains, and snares,

For in the darkness, hands extend,

To lift him up, to mend, befriend.

With tender words and gestures small,

We'll show him he's not doomed to fall,

For life's a tapestry of highs and lows,

And through the darkness, a sunrise grows.

In time, his strength may find its way,

A will to live, a brighter day,

For every heartache can slowly mend,

And in compassion, hearts can mend.

Lonely Man's Symphony

By: Amorbaby1987 In a realm of whispers and twilight's gleam, Stood a lonely man, lost in a dream, Aching heart, and eyes downcast, As the world around him hurried fast. Through bustling crowds and laughter's swell, He felt the isolation's bitter knell, Invisible, like a ghostly shade, In a sea of faces, he silently wades. Yearning for a hand to hold, A friend to cherish, a heart to enfold, But like a specter, he roamed alone, In a garden of souls, he felt unknown. Yet deep within his spirit's core, A resilience burned, a light did soar, He treasured the depths of his own mind, In solitude's embrace, a solace to find. Amidst the noise, he found a way, To paint his thoughts in hues of gray, And from the canvas, his feelings bled, A masterpiece of emotions unsaid. He weaved his words into poetry, A language of the soul set free, In each verse, a piece of his heart, A cathartic release, a work of art. Though loneliness engulfed his days, He found strength in unique ways, For in the caverns of his being, He discovered the beauty of seeing. Through the cracks, a light did gleam, A beacon of hope in the lonely scheme, And as he embraced his solitary fate, He found himself, in his truest state. For in the vastness of the cosmos above, He realized he was connected by love, And though the world may make him feel, He stands unbroken, his spirit surreal. So, in the tapestry of life's grand design, A lonely man, a star will shine, Embracing the void, his heart will roam, A masterpiece of solitude and home.

Fading Footprints of Friendship

By: Amorbaby1987

In the pages of our shared history,

Lies a tale of friendship, once so free,

A bond we thought would never bend,

But time's cruel hand, it chose to rend. 

We laughed, we cried, side by side,

Through every storm, we did confide,

But life's currents, they pulled us apart,

Leaving a void in this wounded heart.

Once inseparable, hand in hand,

In each other's dreams, we'd firmly stand,

But as new faces came into view,

You drifted away, our colors askew.

With excitement in your eyes, you'd roam,

And in their laughter, you found a home,

I watched from afar, as you'd forget,

The days we cherished, the suns that set.

Like autumn leaves, our memories fell,

A bittersweet tale, I know too well,

In the garden of time, we grew apart,

A garden that now feels cold and dark.

Yet, I won't hold bitterness or hate,

For friendships change, and that's our fate,

I'll cherish the moments that we shared,

The love we knew, how much we cared.

Though the winds of change may rearrange,

The tapestry of friendships, in exchange,

I'll remember you, my friend of yore,

And the joy we found in times of yore.

So here's to the laughter, the tears we cried,

The memories that will never subside,

I wish you well on your newfound road,

May happiness be the story you're bestowed.

And if someday, our paths should cross,

I'll greet you with a smile, no loss,

For true friendship can withstand the test,

Even after we've faced life's toughest quest.

The Forgotten Constellation

By: Amorbaby1987

 In a world of laughter and delight,

Stands a boy whose heart feels a lonely plight,

No shining star, no favorite face,

His presence blends in, a quiet space.

Amidst the crowd, he stands alone,

A soul unseen, his light unknown,

Yet he carries dreams within his eyes,

Yearning for wings to touch the skies.

He's like a shadow in daylight's gleam,

A forgotten chapter in a book of dreams,

But beneath the surface of his quiet guise,

Lies strength and courage, ready to rise.

Through the darkest nights, he fights the tears,

Embracing solitude, conquering fears,

For in the depths of his tender soul,

Resides a spirit that's yet to be whole.

In moments when the world seems cold,

His spirit soars, resilient and bold,

He finds solace in nature's embrace,

A sanctuary where he finds his space.

He paints the sky with dreams untold,

Crafting stories in a world of gold,

Though no one claims him as their own,

In his own heart, a universe is sown.

For every star that's lost from sight,

Still, glimmers softly in the night,

And though he's no one's favorite gem,

He's a constellation waiting to ascend.

One day, the world will come to see,

The brilliance of this boy so free,

At that moment, hearts will celebrate,

The boy once unseen, is now embraced by fate.

So let us cherish the overlooked,

For in their souls, strength is undertook,

And in this tale, a lesson to behoove,

That every heart holds a treasure to prove.

Torchbearer Lost in the Shadows

By: Amorbaby1987

In shadows cast, a lone man's quest,

With courage true, he did invest,

A torch ablaze, a beacon bright,

To pierce the dark and bring forth light.

A heart of gold, compassion's fire,

He set forth on a noble sire,

To save a soul from depths of night,

Guided by love, he sought the right.

Through haunted woods and perilous streams,

He chased the echoes of her dreams,

An angel lost in somber woe,

He vowed to free her, let love's flow.

The torch he held, a guiding star,

Illumined paths both near and far,

Yet as he journeyed, unaware,

The darkness grew, its weight, a snare.

The maiden's cries, they called him on,

A fervent hope that she be drawn,

From darkness' grasp, its icy hold,

But in this quest, a tale unfolds.

For as he neared her fateful plight,

The torch's light began to fight,

The shadows' strength, relentless, cruel,

To quench the flame, the heart's own fuel.

He reached the girl, held out his hand,

Yet darkness rose, a ruthless band,

It pulled him in, a twisted dance,

He tried to flee, but had no chance.

His sacrifice, profound and deep,

In shadows now, he's doomed to weep,

The torch he brought, it flickered low,

As darkness swallowed all aglow.

Though hero's heart and brave intent,

The man now dwells in torment,

A lesson learned, a bitter cost,

In trying to save, he, too, was lost.

So let this tale a warning be,

Of love and light and bravery,

But in the dark, one must take care,

For light can fade, and hope ensnare.

Neon Nostrad to Chrollo Lucilfer

Hunter X Hunter - Excerpt of Chrollo Lucilfer's Fortune

The calendar loses a precious component.

The remaining months gather to mourn.

The mourners play a melody,

While the eleventh moon quietly rises.

The chrysanthemum withers and falls,

To lie on the ground beside bloody Scarlet Eyes.

But you will remain supreme.

Even after losing half of your limbs.

Enjoy the interlude.

Search out new allies.

East is the direction to go.

You will find one who awaits you.