Promises for Unkept Pawns

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Pawns
Broken by unkept promises
On an unending, winding trail
Of unshed tears
And wasted years.
They were only wanted
For the madman’s control,
And when he lost that,
They were cast off,
Useless to use
Against the weaker foe.
Yet,
See how they shine,
Oblivious to the battle
Through which they march
With joy in their hearts
Singing and chattering.
The end is looming;
They must plant
Their hearts
In faith and love
And their minds
In hope for salvation.