Security

With broken hearts dull from cold rejection, they
perceive separate destinations before them.
In tandem, but alone, they work to build a fortress of invisible words
to keep each other, from each other.

Fearfully staying close to only truth that will keep them divided,
they avoid the centre lines that threaten their own securities.
They carefully step over each others opinions
to gain a higher position.

Finally, from their respective places of power, they look
out the lofty fortress they have built together.

Content and safe in their own separateness, with blank stares,
and bitter hearts, they rejoice when cold eyes meet...
satisfied they will share this victory with no one.