Two regal sisters rein in heaven's flight
That sun will touch the earth with amber ray
While Moon descends upon the mortal play
To lift her charges up to greater height.
In twilight, royal hosts in battle meet
Celestial orbs deciding mortals' fates.
The lady's faults the moon shows indiscreet:
The silver orb reflects what gold donates.
Were shooting stars that streak in dying flame
Cast out upon the starless, vast expanse?
A single, golden star makes lonesome claim
While stars are locked in hidden, skybound frame.
When mourning lights at far horizons dance
New dawn reveals the paths of steadfast aim.