> We live in the shadows to serve the light.
A vivid voice rang into my head, it is our oath of self-sacrifice and noble purpose. But, those where all in the past, my current life right now is just simple and ordinary life. Yet, I still hear that voice in my head saying:
> Ours is a path unseen, where glory is forsaken for purpose, and recognition is surrendered to preserve the greater good.
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> We guard the light from those who would extinguish it, knowing the cost will be our own anonymity.
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> We sacrifice our peace so others may live in harmony.
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> We stand in darkness, not to embrace it, but to ensure it never consumes the world.
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> We are the unseen, the unsung, the silent protectors.
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> For as long as the light remains, our duty is eternal.
Why... all of this are in my head, I don't understand—
*ring...* *ring...*
I woke up from the sound of my alarm clock, I was lying on my bed, the sun shines from the window as I reach my hand to my alarm clock and stop it from ringing. My head is still foggy and I rub my eyes as I stand up from the bed. I yawned as I head to the bathroom and looked at the mirror and see myself, I was still asleep when I looked myself into the mirror. I took a shower, brushed my teeth, eat breakfast, and head outside of my rental apartment. Once again, the voice rang into my head while as I walk in the empty sidewalk, saying:
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> We are not bound by time or allegiance.
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> We stand apart from the world, unnoticed yet indispensable. Where others fail, we succeed in silence.
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> The trials we endure are never spoken, the victories never celebrated.
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> For the light we serve is not ours to claim, and the world we protect is too blind to see our efforts.
These words are not meant to take lightly, everything it said are all important. We may not be together, but in our heart, this oath will always be ours to keep, even if we are born in a different life; just like I am now.
> In the moments where shadows linger, we watch.
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> We are the eyes that never close, the guardians of the night.
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> We stand ready, knowing that the smallest spark can change the fate of all.
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> Though our actions may go unnoticed, our resolve will never waver.
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> We are the first line of defense, and we will endure until the very end.
I never forget; I never forgive; I will NEVER break my promise; I shall keep my word,—
> For even in the darkest moments, we remain.
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> Though our sacrifice may never be known, the world will continue to turn, and we will continue to serve.
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> Our purpose is clear: as long as the light shines, we will live in its shadow. Forever.
—Samantha.
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To Be Continued.
> In the quiet moments of struggle, remember that your sacrifice is the unseen force that shapes the future.
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> The world may never know your name, but it will always feel the weight of your choices.
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> Live for something greater than recognition, and in that, you will find the true measure of your strength.