Delicate wings
Of silk kimonos,
Flutter
In the autumn breeze.

Two sets of footsteps,
Purposefully dance,
Searching
For open paths.

Melodious song
Of fast steel lightning,
Clashing
Under ancient trees.

A thin red stroke
Upon flesh canvas,
Swift kiss
Of a sharp katana.

The sound of
Single footsteps
Slowly
Fades away.

A small crimson sea
Mixed with fallen leaves,
Glitters
In the moonlight.