Crazy Mary handed the beans over
in a jar, which Jack covered
with a cloth,
guarding his treasure
from all eyes.
He went home,
packing the few things
he felt would be useful
and left without
saying farewell to the woman
who gave him life.
She didn’t try to stop him.
There were two things left
Jack would need
before he began his journey.
A way to walk amongst the clouds
without falling,
and a weapon to kill
those who were up there.
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