The Fire Within the Ashen Veil

Behold the world, encased in trembling fear, Where whispers choke beneath a gilded chain. The cries of truth fall mute, unheard, unclear, While tyrants feast upon the meek in vain. The streets are rivers, flowing red with plight, As hunger gnaws upon the soul's frail thread. The flames of greed consume the faintest light, And silence wreathes the dirge for dreams long dead. Yet, in the shadowed corners of despair, A spark ignites, defying night's cruel reign. The poet’s quill, a blade both sharp and fair, Cuts through the veil to free the world of pain. Rise, wordsmiths, rise—your gift divine bestowed, Let justice bloom where truth has long been stowed.