Time Lord

This universe,

Beautiful and dark,

Encompasses the voices,

However small.

They call to me,

Using the name I once spoke as

A promise.

They listen for the sound of

The engine,

The sight of the box.

I am hope to those who despair;

I am fear to those who

Threaten the innocent.

I take on this burden

Willingly,

For it is my choice.

Without this choice,

My life would

Have no purpose.