after a time so forgotten,
the solidarity stranger walked back.
slowly, slowly,
on the empty beach.
this time round,
i could say your name.
we did not speak.
we never did.
but somehow, i could feel your pain.
you gave a weak smile,
and i wondered at your unsuccessful attempt.
i took your hand,
cos this time round,
i am not gonna let you go.
you ain't leaving like you did.
still, we did not speak.
but somehow we understood.