UNMASKED
Once there was a man who bowed so low, Chasing a woman, trying to show He was worthy, trying hard to rise, Blinded by her beauty, her charm, her d isguise . He trusted her smile, shared all his soul, Dreamt she'd complete him, would make him whole. Thought her love was just a chase away, But truth hit hard on an ordinary day. Reality dawned, striking late yet clear, He saw her truth, wiped away each tear. She played in shadows, kept secrets at night, While to the world, she shone so bright. He fought to matter, to stand in her light, Lost in illusions , blinded by her height. At last, he learned what was hidden away, She never deserved him, whatever he'd say. Her lovely face, the tricks in her eyes , Kept all her secrets behind those lies. So sweet and mild, pure outside, Inside, a wildness she had to hide. Beauty and brains her perfect show, But empty and hollow, nothing to grow. He fooled his heart and clouded his mind, But her real worth was cruel and unkind. Maybe ...