In my soft paws

Ольга Бестужева
I'm a shade -
I walk in woods.
I'm a beast,
I'm grey and strong..

And I can bring U
A trembling bird,
Running and choking
With feathers and joy,
That U are not hungry
In my forest, under my tree
Sleeping safe and warm
In my embracing paws..

I'm a shade -
I walk in woods.
I'm a beast,
I'm grey and strong..

And I will show U
All hidden paths,
On the laces of roots
Under dome that guard.
And I'm breathing near,
My heart beats so gently
Under soft fur, without fear,
But with a wish of caring..

I'm a shade -
I walk in woods.
I'm a beast,
I'm grey and strong..

And under cold white circle of the moon
I'm walking along the crystal icy road,
I'm shivering when feeling your scent,
I'm searching for your eyes among stars dimmed,
I'm hearing your voice in every distant note..
And I know that I am going to embrace U soon.