Delusion.

It exists, at least to some degree, before us all, shaping our perceptions to varying degrees, allowing one to hold so steadfast to a position which denies the humbling reality of honest introspection.

Yet, it is through the apathy of others that such deceptions persist throughout, unchallenged for want of integrity or desire, knowledge or power, respect or honesty.

And so, it is inevitable that at such a time which demands little from those born of excess, such delusions appear. Kept safe from the reality that would uproot such awareness, the flowering buds of deception spring forth, able to spread throughout the intentions of the collective.