I was captivated by a young woman,
For more than a year's span,
But lacking confidence within,
My heart wept in despair.
At the sight of her presence,
My heart stirred profoundly,
An indescribable sentiment arose,
Uncharted territory, previously unknown.
Silently I held it within,
A secret locked away,
Concealing my emotions,
Shielded from the world.
Opportunities slipped away,
As I faltered each time,
Unable to reveal my heart's truth,
Convinced of my inadequacies.
"I am insufficient,
A craven soul,
Timid and feeble,
In her eyes, a mere shadow."
For I am but a hapless soul.
||i know i know i didnt make reader curious but it is my old one that i found in my archive. criticizes appriciated.||