The Silent Ones

A bit needs re-wording but I felt like posting anyway.

They stand
Alone.
Captive to what
conveys such
Says much
Whispers in the darkest night
Silently breaking
Me down again
But none will
Ever
Know.

Tears and words mesh to one
Resolve not to be undone.
This silent existence
The lone resistance.
Silence speaks louder than words
But who will heed it's call?

A faint smile (a silent plea)
Hiding writhing agony.
Black wrist bands.
Clasped cold hands.
Children wronged,
Whispered songs.

What is alone?
Silent noises.
Muted voices.
Silent screaming
No one heeding.
Quiet eyes
Telling lies.

A whispering silence
Invades.
Pervades.
A bloodless violence
Is violence still.