Il Patto con la Roccia

Описание: A haunting tale of survival, temptation, and wisdom in a post-war wasteland.

This powerful narrative follows a father's journey through a devastated landscape, leading his children in search of safety and a new beginning. Arriving in a valley marked by smoke, lead, and the remnants of conflict, he discovers something extraordinary—a luminous rock that holds both promise and peril.

The story unfolds as a profound meditation on restraint and wisdom. Our protagonist encounters a mysterious, glowing stone that speaks to him in dreams, warning of the fate of those who came before—men consumed by greed and desire, lost to their own ambitions. But this wanderer is different. Having witnessed the end of civilization, having walked through mud and crossed every boundary, he understands what truly matters.

He makes a solemn pact with the radiant stone: it may shine and consume itself, but he will maintain his distance. He will not be seduced by its allure, will not follow the path of those who came before. His children's future depends on his discipline, on choosing reason over instinct, prudence over possession.

This is a story about:
The strength found in restraint
A father's determination to protect his family
The wisdom to recognize danger even in beauty
Choosing survival over temptation
The power of self-control in the face of desire

In the end, the powder does not explode. The rock continues to shine. The pioneer remains cautious. And the desert waits.

A poetic exploration of human nature, sacrifice, and the choices that define us when everything else has fallen away.

Baseado no conto de Vinicius Lima Costa “O pioneiro prudente”