The Dark Kiss
Donned my shroud for work that night,
at the amusement park in the haunted house
to thrill some kids; give 'em a fright
just me alone I ran the place.
For safety's sake I kept close check
on who went in and who came out.
Unwise it is, as you can see
to have someone prowling about.
The night was slow which suited me
I liked to stroll the halls inside
When time allowed and I was free,
I walked each hall and chamber.
I closed the door and locked the gate
to check the space for wayward strays.
Each room was clear as I went through
no urn was moved, everything in place
Upon the balcony I paused,
when footsteps came from out the dark.
A shiver down my spine they caused
No soul should be inside with me
I turned to look toward the sound I heard
and out of the dark, what did I see?
All dressed in black of finest lace
a beautiful women stood staring at me
The clock on the wall chimed twelve midnight.
It was always twelve in the haunted house.
I checked my watch; what ironic sight,
for twelve it was, in reality.
In my mind I wanted to flee,
but feeling a gentle touch on my sleeve
her icy yet delicate fingers, nearer, drew me
and my heart would simply not let me leave.
A single tear rolled slow down her cheek
as her cold creamy lips pressed soft against mine.
Then turning away from the kiss she did seek,
as a smile crossed her lips, I saw her tear dry.
Before I could think the shadows concealed her
and left me alone on the dark balcony.
I came to my senses and started to search.
I looked in every nook and cranny.
Not a trace did I find of this beautiful vision,
though I searched through the night with fervent zeal,
I made up my mind and came to a decision
not to share this tale, to avoid the derision.
I have broken that vow for only one reason
to warn you, be careful of places like this.
For sure you'll be left with a fear of the night
and, perhaps, the memory...
... of a dark beautiful kiss.
10/09/15
Copyright © James Inman | Year Posted 2015
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