She doesn't know
how much it hurts,
to shelter in my
cowardice.
Or even imagine
the paranoia,
that threatens
my every advancement
towards her company.
A fanatic romantic
i'll cease to be.
Bravery,
shaded to grey
remaining confiscated.
Untouchable goes
her adornment,
as air in the atmosphere.
I act as an unappealing
roach.
Her virtue is a bright
light,
that moves me into
fear.