Trembling,
I cower.
Tail between my legs.
I scowl.

Baring sharp canines,
Pierce to break a bone.
I watch my enemy.
Torture my love.

Every crack,
Of the tar whip.
Every ear piercing scream,
Escaped HIS lips.

I snap free of my prison,
Only to awaken.
Shivering in fear.
I'm alone in the room..