Write a story from the perspective of a Vestal Virgin who has a secret that might get her buried alive.
The Vestal Virgins were priestesses who served the goddess Vesta, and breaking their vow of chastity may result in a horrific punishment. Your character struggles to keep a secret that, if unveiled, may upset their life and the sacred laws of Rome. Explore themes of loyalty, faith, courage, and the human desire for love and freedom. What does it look like to reconcile personal wants with societal obligations?
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