On a hillside rocky and harsh, A fortress stands, proud and lone. Carved from massive granite stones, It greets the dawn's first luminous glow. Skyward stretch its towering spires, Guarding secrets of a bygone age. Though in ruins it may appear now, Hope flows within like a ceaseless stream. Vines embrace the ancient walls, Youth and joy fill its chambers once more. Though empty stand those mighty halls, Whose banners faded in yester-years. 'Tis but tricks of light and shadow Concea...