This night of no moon There is no way to meet him. I rise in longing- My breast pounds, a leaping flame, My heart is consumed in fire. (Ono no Komachi)

This night of no moon There is no way to meet him. I rise in longing- My breast pounds, a leaping flame, My heart is consumed in fire.

Ono no Komachi

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