Shadow
Shadow
Faded in pitch black
Unmasked only in the brightest light
Veiled by epitomes of colour
Like a panther crawling in the soft moonlight.
A companion in joy
A companion in pain
Follows your every step
Either leading to happiness or vain.
A friend whose heart is you
Only invisible in darkness
Spies with quietness and secrecy
Covering its lurking presence.
Protects from every angle
But as thin as a sheet of paper
It’s strength and speed, twin of yours
Yet as light as a crow’s single feather.