Connecting two randomly selected words as a practice: Secretive + Inhumane
Hidden creature in the brush
‘neath cover’s darkness
‘neath nature’s hush,
while nearby creeps
unpracticed toe.
Two-legged one:
the ancient foe.
No skitter nor
quaking flutter,
fear in movement
yet fearful shudder.
A click or snap
a bang, a twang:
a springing trap.