four eyes dart across the room.
animals stay in the corner
salivating over potential prey.
intended targets are unknown
on guard
i prepare for combat
hat tipped forward
to hide eyes
allowing me to keep tabs on the beasts.
jacket zipped
minimized exposed clothing
nothing to grab
they stalk pace
i tense ready
death drips from their pores
anger pumps through vascular systems
the train stops
doors open
potential threat disappears
occupants breath lighter
i unzip my jacket.
