Bonds

Two brothers, the best of friends,
Like night and day they contrast.
Two hearts but one soul
One vow to make their friendship last.

Big brother. Comforter. Guardian
Then, a boy- is now a man.
Shadowed moon and shining sun,
Through test of time, their friendship stands.

But night comes cloaked with secret
Shadows hide the truth from sight.
Promises kept are laced with poison.
Left unseen, one brother's plight.

Lungs inhale the deadly toxins
That symbolize the world they're in.
Each folly of man consumed for innocent eyes.
Piece by piece, night's stained in sin.

Poison gulped to drown the sorrows.
Bottled tears of two adrift.
Waves clash, broad back lashed
Collected pain his spirits lift.

Worry not, little brother, sweet sun.
Your wall will stand for all your days.
Keeping hidden cracks and wear
And seeking comfort in your rays.