The Ballad of Lenore (Part 20)

Haylor walked into the Healer's Hall

In his hands, a colorful bag

The healer had removed the bandage

Gaston gave a weak cough and a gag

Haylor removed a book and a wand

From his purse of bright tapestry

He waved it over Gaston's wound

And recited strange poetry

The wound was sealed before our eyes

Gaston fell into peaceful sleep

Oriel and the healer were both smiling

My astonishment and gratitude were deep

"Never have I seen such great magic!"

"Not since last night." Haylor was wry

The sylphs had almost killed my brother

Now neither he nor my father would die

A great weight was lifted from my heart

My courage was swift returning 

Now I'll have help against the orcs

My desire for battle was burning

Outside the Hall, I could see preparations

The carts, elves and horses were massing

I looked out at the afternoon sun

The day was quickly passing

"When the light fades," said Haylor

"We must meet at the top of the tower

Elandon would have you tame the sylphs

Meditate, and focus your power."

(To be continued)

©Kiku Koibito poem 2015/2016