The Serpent covets the darkness and revels in its violence Beguiling, witty, charming, The brightness of his smile alarming He uses love to gain trust from souls filled with goodness Convincing, conniving, manipulating Prides himself on his skillful stipulating The Serpent wraps himself around the light Engulfing, devouring, shrouding Expertise in the art of clouding He squeezes the life force out of innocence Constricting, gripping, crushing Watches with pleasure as sin comes rushing The... Sign in to see full entry.