Timeworn Tree Monologue

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On the timeworn tree crept with leafless vine, stand two bending crows.
Around the households, under the small bridge, a clear streamlet flows.
On the ancient way, cripples a slim horse, as the west wind blows.
The western sinking sun, so red it glows.
At the land’s far end, on the roaming soul, heartbreak feeling grows.

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