Late in the cradle, dismantling the crows,
Shadow of far light walked softly to shores.
Room, full of thunder and heroes unborn,
Carved shear pieces and turned them in halls, -

Where labyrinth takes you, forever unknown:
Raw constellations on ceilings and floors,
Ivy and roses, candles and ghosts,
Savouring glasses of wine with the hosts.

Whispers unglittered, can't send them away, -
Luring in fears and patterns afraid.
There is no power, no hope, no deny, -
Shadow stepped past, and doors opening wide, -

No obstacle solid, all aether and clay...
Corridors faded in castle dismayed.
- Cheers! – And Shadow raised goblet of reads,
Echo and settlers sip shared with him.

Maze froze and simmered, breathed deeply and strong,
Drawing the maps, treating legends on walls:
In centre, no treasure, just soul in owe, -
Gravity, painting circles in core.

Look there, focus, - touch, leaving no curse, -
And someone would wonder if Shadow was yours.


May 2022