In shadows cast by whispered lies,
A fragile web begins to weave,
Each thread spun tight around deceit,
As trust and truth take their leave.

The heart so heavy with the weight,
Of secrets kept and truths refrained,
Each smile a mask, each word a veil,
As honesty is slowly drained.

The eyes that once could see so clear,
Now clouded by the webs we weave,
Each glance a puzzle piece misplaced,
As innocence begins to grieve.

And in the end, what is revealed?
A hollow shell, a broken trust,
For lying hearts and cheating hands,
Leave only ruins in their dust.