Throughout literature, destiny is a multifaceted concept that can represent both an inescapable fate and a self-fashioned future. Authors use the term to evoke a sense of predetermined outcome—as in the fatal, binding force in a character’s life that seems to dictate every aspect of their journey [1, 2, 3]—while also suggesting the possibility of personal agency and self-determination [4, 5]. In some writings, destiny is portrayed as a cosmic decree or a natural order to which even divine beings submit [6, 7], whereas in others it becomes a burden or a sacrifice that shapes one’s inner identity and emotional landscape [8, 9]. This dual nature of destiny—as both an overwhelming external force and a challenge to be met head-on—resonates across genres and eras, highlighting its enduring power in literary discourse [10, 11].