Beneath the Moon’s Reflection

Book excerpt: Part I: Battling the Como’s. “Beneath the Moon’s Reflection” opens in the serenity of night, with the moon hanging like a silver coin on a velvet canvas, throwing a meditative radiance over the protagonist’s house. You, this lone figure, stand by the window, a vessel of churning emotions exposed to the thoughtful silence of 2 a.m. During these silent hours, the mind confronts its fundamental defects and issues. For as long as you can remember, life has been a never-ending game of ping-pong, alternating between thrilling successes and shattering failures. Each effort has left you exhausted and scarred, and the desire to give up has persisted in your mind. However, a persistent light within you refuses to extinguish. Fueled by a symphony of tears, laughter, joy, and sadness, this flame symbolizes your unwavering determination. In this very introspective section, you begin on a trip through the maze of your emotions. The moon, a silent witness to your evolution, symbolizes optimism and rejuvenation. Through meaningful discussions with the cosmos, you realize that happiness cannot be found but must be produced from the inside. You know that life is not a war to be won, but an adventure to be had. In its immensity, the universe is not an opponent but rather a companion on your journey, providing you with the insight you need to pursue your route to pleasure. Part II: The Beauty of Death The narrative switches to investigate the concept of death, which is typically cloaked in fear and mystery. However, this book section approaches death from a new angle, seeing it as a potential source of beauty and release. Death, while often regarded as the great unknown, can also be viewed as a respite from the difficulties and tribulations of daily life. It is the ultimate freedom, freeing people from their commitments in life and giving them a new perspective on the inevitability of death. The inquiry broadens to encompass the “Rules of Death,” a sophisticated set of guidelines that regulate this newfound knowledge. Death, like life, has its own set of rules. The taboo of willfully killing oneself is central to these ideas, emphasizing the significance of accepting the natural flow of existence. This prohibition encourages people to recognize their path’s importance and let the universe unfold as it should. In this section, the protagonist explores the emotional and spiritual dimensions of death, recognizing the loss and pain that come with losing loved ones. However, by acknowledging the beauty of death, sorrow can be transformed into a celebration of life and the journey beyond this world.