Pentimento

It took him an enormous effort

to keep his breathing steady

and inaudible.

He stood absolutely motionless

and expressionless

for a very lengthy time.

I am convinced you have

guaranteed yourself

everlasting fame and glory.

Everything you have done

before has only been a promise

of what was to come.

He heard the soft opening

of a door behind him

and smiled.

He felt the hugeness

of her breasts resting

on his shoulders.