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factory’s dark plume,
clouds smothered, heavens weep so,
earth’s breath in distress
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scathing
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guardian of woods,
scathing nature’s fierce defense,
leaves shield, roots in war
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dahlia
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dahlia’s vivid hues,
petals aflame in the light,
strength and beauty fuse
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sombre
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in shadows deep, a soul dared rise, a sombre quest, a cavalier’s flight. Gods’ wrath, mortal’s light, an eternal fight
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didactic, complacent
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wisdom’s didactic,
complacent skies whisper peace,
serenity’s tale
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blueberry
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blueberry starlight,
night unveils secrets in waves,
soul’s spirit takes flight,
cosmic love in gentle phase,
basking ‘neath the soothing rays
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complacent diadem
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mournful diadem,
complacent throne, heart heavy,
sorrow’s shadow cast
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