Split feathers, ragged wings splay knuckles
and back of hands
Electric spark of talon puncturing, his fangs
protruding in concentration
Ink spread palm trails in bloodshot
pointillism, fleshy silk screen transfer of life shock in shading
A floral bite to whipcrack sting, surging
spine, nerves reaching
His calloused finger grip, his dark eye line
down
No needle stutter, no words wounding silent
web he spins
Outside the mumble of city clash, windblown rain shattering neon
hazy reflections
E.A. O'Connell
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