Hidden Core

Shed a different light upon her.
As I see through the surface,
revealing her true colours.
She seems to rise above her shadow,
escaping the boundaries layed upon her.
How does she manage to hide it so well?
Captivated my thoughts as I learn yet more.
The shell seems thick, but its cracks
can't be hidden any longer.
I'm so very aware of her.
It's like I perceive her every move,
looking to see more of her.
I can't quite believe that
I didn't see it before.
That fragile little girl,
that was hidden in  her core.