The word “proceed” functions as a versatile marker in literature, signaling both the transition from one part of a text to another and the natural unfolding of action or argument. In classical works, such as Plato’s Republic ([1], [2], [3]), it often serves as a formal invitation to move on from introductory remarks to detailed exposition. In narrative fiction, authors like E. M. Forster ([4]) and Charles Dickens ([5], [6]) use it to indicate a shift in scene or thought, sometimes even suggesting reluctant or deliberate movement toward a new phase. Poetic and philosophical texts, including those by Pushkin ([7]) and Schopenhauer ([8], [9]), harness “proceed” to imply a logical or natural outgrowth from a preceding idea, while in adventure literature, as seen in the explorations of Lewis and Clark ([10], [11], [12]), it marks the literal progression of a journey. Even in modern dialogues or commands—from Mark Twain’s brief direction ([13]) to Poe’s curt prompt ([14])—“proceed” remains a succinct yet powerful word, underlining its enduring role in structuring both thought and narrative flow.