El Sereno (Spanish Folk Ballad)

Tools: Suno; ChatGPT In the old streets of Spain, there once lived a night watchman whose duty was to protect the peace while the townspeople slept. Even death could not put an end to his service. Known only as El Sereno, his spirit continues to wander through the streets, concealed beneath a thick black cloak, a weathered hat, and a long scarf that hides his face. Only two glowing white eyes can be seen beneath the darkness. He carries a long staff with a lantern hanging from its tip, its warm light announcing his arrival alongside his familiar call: "¡LAS DOCE Y TODO SERENO!" His route is never the same, and no one knows exactly when or where he will appear. To those who walk peacefully, he is nothing more than a silent guardian, watching over the streets and protecting those who cannot protect themselves. But when El Sereno witnesses acts of violence, theft, murder, or cruelty, his duty takes a darker turn. He opens his cloak, revealing an endless darkness that consumes the wrongdoers, leaving no trace behind. Those taken by El Sereno become part of the silence of the night. He does not seek recognition, nor does he take pleasure in punishment. His purpose remains unchanged from the days when he was alive: To preserve the peace. And should you ever encounter a distant lantern wandering through an empty street, remember... The watchman is still on duty. And you had better not be doing anything wrong. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspired by the traditional Spanish night watchman, an old profession dedicated to guarding the streets, announcing the hours and weather, and assisting townspeople during the night.