Stomach churns
Face burns
Palms sweat
Teeth set

Fists tight
Words bite
Staggered breath
Glare death.

Narrowed eyes
Composure dies
Fury ignites
Devoid of delights.

Pounding head
Anger dead
****** ****,
And knuckles numb.

Tales told
Locals hold
Grimly gaze
On younger days.