In the heart of the city, anticipation swells,
As people gather, their excitement tells.
The night pulses with energy, a vibrant affair,
Joyous music fills the air, dancing without a care.

Candles flicker, stars gleam, city lights shine bright,
But one presence outshines, casting a radiant light.
All eyes turn expectantly, waiting for her to appear,
For she is the one, the city holds dear.

As the music fades, a hush falls over the crowd,
Each soul knows, it's time, they're endowed.
She emerges in beauty and grace, a vision to behold,
Her face concealed behind a red fan of old.

With a flourish, she reveals starry eyes ablaze,
Each gaze ensnaring hearts in a fiery daze.
As the drums begin to beat, she claps in time,
Faster and faster, the rhythm reaches its prime.

With each beat, her eyes ignite with passion's flame,
And she dances, a vision of fire, stoking the same.
Merry melodies crescendo, hearts racing in tune,
As she twirls and whirls, lost in the fiery monsoon.

Cheers erupt, as she becomes one with the flame,
A mesmerizing spectacle, igniting acclaim.
Esmeralda, Esmeralda, her name on every lip,
As she dances, time itself begins to skip.

In the grand finale, flames leap from her form,
Hearts burst with emotion, the crowd's love storms.
They cheer and cry, enraptured by her grace,
As she bows, her smile a beacon in this sacred space.

Then, like a wisp of smoke, she vanishes from sight,
Leaving behind memories of a glorious night.
As the crowd disperses, returning to their dwell,
They carry with them the magic, the tale they'll retell.

For they know she'll return, to dance once more,
To share her fire, and brighten the city's core.
Esmeralda, the flame that burns bright,
A beacon of hope, in the darkest of night.

© aquilatarazed

Writing Challenge with @vultura
Day 5
Theme: Fire
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