Martyrdom:
Through his nose, the stench
of his own blood and sweat. He's
tormented, helpless.

Temptation:
In his ears the lure-
of strength, knowledge and power
for his loyalty.

Damnation:
On his head the lives
of innocents; victims in
his master's rampage.

Penance:
In his eyes the look
of shame; barely shielded fear
of pain, rejection.

Confession:
On his tongue the sound
of whispered hope, Harry's name
said reverently.

Absolution:
On his skin the marks
of sins past, his new lover's
forgiveness, shed tears.