In the land of Terra There lived a peaceful race; Men were strong with honor And women fair of face. And in this land, Helios Daily made abode: Golden fingers lighting Every city, every grove. Not a place of fortunes, But full of love and life. Untouched by the twisted claws Of hate, of war, of strife. They were far removed from The cold and ice-clad north, A place from whence wicked men And monsters …showed first 75 words of 716 total…

…showed last 75 words of 716 total…would never fly again. Her head rested on the ground Her silver light began to fade. The life slowly left her eyes Leaving them a dull gray shade. So the people met their goal. No longer would the dragon stir. But they had hurt their country In a way no man could cure. Crops no longer prospered, Flowers rarely bloomed. For with the death of the dragon Also had they sealed their doom. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**