Passing by the Shrine of King Gongmin

“Where could I find the shrine

Of King Gongmin?”, asked at pavements

Next to the ruins of Gwangheungchang,

Under the shadow of apartments.

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At Gwangheung Hall, the old pagoda tree

Gazes downward, didn't carp.

While atop the high tree, a small bird,

Like listen to the sound of harp.

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Though there're victories in northern expeditions,

To the land where he succeded the accomplishments,

But failure in internal renovations,

Which left the country the impediments.

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By apartments, the hill where he once painted

Is now surrounded deeply,

And the world's changed, but the river flows,

And still portraits recite, quietly

(Apr. 13th, 2024, Kinsley Lee)