Unicorn 2026 | Page 10

"Expected Guest"

I am pushed to the wooden door

hand hovering over the golden lever

there is nothing for me, I’m sure.

The hinge creaks under pressure,

my curiosity expands,

and my performance cracks.

Breath unsteady,

I hope I am enough

for what comes next.

The door is open, 

I didn’t agree to this being so soon.

Nothing is looking back at me.

Elianet Vasquez