The Beast Within

The loud clap of thunder 
could not drown out 
the bone chilling roar 
of pain
from within the beast.

The beast's mind
tormented by the betrayal 
of his most treasured friend 
felt as if the universe 
was about to collapse on him.

He bellowed out another roar 
full of pain,
He would rather face death 
than the pain in his heart.

The beast sought 
to find the peace 
that had harbored within 
for a millennium.

Now his thoughts 
loom in darkness 
only dark and dreary thoughts 
linger, teasing, waiting 
wanting 
revenge, vengeance, 
or worse.

Confused by the lack 
of peace
the mighty beast 
cries out once more.   
The cleansing tears 
wash his eyes 
and once more he sees 
light...

Chema 6/93