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The Exchange of a Whisper

somehow

it is different

although i can’t be sure

my moves

definitely more intended

carefully constructed

to reveal only my true self

entering

it is unadulterated black

the moonless night

of a veiled village

troubled

i step in neither direction

for fear of losing

gently

a cool breeze

carrying your voice

tantalizes my spirit

reaching far inside

to existing places forgotten

drawing me deeper

i let it lead me

the essence of those

entering before

rushes through me

offering promises

escorting warnings

images of my own experience

so meticulously concealed

confront me

urging my retreat

reaching with-in

you are there

eyes, penetrating

skin, glistening sable

coming closer

We touch

and suddenly

all is lucid.