Night shift fantasies

that my heart may be black
black as the bottom
of an empty hole
in the thickness of the night.

this world is an unending attack
find yourself a shield
do not be caught by patrol
these teeth would still bite.

man wants a taste of your snack
but put his behind your eyes
this is something you can’t control
just know where to shine your light.

because every man would crack
isn’t enough reason to lose your soul.

Victor Oyedele