Betrayal a serpent tail developing after birth
it slowly grows until it shows venom under mirth
Attacking the rear, a bite or whisper, lies hidden in disguise
catching its prey where they lay with lies of surprise
Coiled words catch trusting birds in their nest or as it flies
viper cold, sheds skin of old, revealing new scales of treacherous lies
the right, antidote for the bite, a serum of forgiveness
An enlightened savior excuses the behavior escaping future sickness