The concept of Still Life, in a super duper condensed version:
The Moor - The main character is banished from his village, presumably for religious reasons. He is hated by the villagers. He notes that he hates everyone as well, but returns to the village years later for his love, Melinda.
Godhead's Lament - The main character adopts a disguise and wanders throughout the town. He sees that Melinda has become a nun. Obviously, this is a problem, because nuns are forbidden to love or get married.
Benighted - This is just a love letter to Melinda. It doesn't really advance the plot, it's just the main character expressing his feelings.
Moonlapse Vertigo - The main character is reminded that he is in immense danger due to the Council of the Cross' influence on the town. He has little time left, so he decides it's now or never, and presents himself to Melinda.
Face of Melinda - He talks to Melinda and tells her of his feelings for her. We learn that she is also still in love with him, despite being married to the church.
Serenity Painted Death - The next day, the main character finds that Melinda's throat has been slit. Apparently, the Council of the Cross found out that she had been unfaithful to the church. In a bloodthirsty rage, the main character goes on a killing spree in the town. Full of fatigue, he collapses.
White Cluster - He awakens to find he has been taken into custody and will be hanged. Everyone is in attendance. At the hanging, right before he dies, he feels a hand on his shoulder. He turns around to see Melinda's ghost standing there. He realizes that they will forever be together in the afterlife, and dies.