The Vow.
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In this ever present darkness, I whisper a silent pledge to myself.
A solemn vow that, even though the road ahead is both rough and winding, I will forge onward.
May the storm-clouds gather, the winds howl with fury and the lightning strike down from the heavens, these annoyances shall not stop me from continuing my journey.
The steepening of the trail will not slow my stride nor will it shake my resolve.
My footing will remain sure and my expeditious pace shall not falter, regardless of how treacherous the terrain becomes.
I will allow no obstacle to hinder my progress, nor will any trap or snare succeed in staying me from my destination.
With this vow now sealed within my soul, it is with unbreakable will and steadfast determination that I raise my face to meet the wind and rain, with my mind and spirit now cleansed of all regret, fear, and hesitation.
And so I take the first step of many, on my epic quest to find contentment and peace for my ever restless soul.
I shall meet my destiny and claim my just reward, this I vow.