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Villainy

A Villainous Short Poem

By Rika LekayPublished 4 years ago 1 min read

* * *

It all starts with a crown,

While others seem to frown.

Upon my success,

They leave quite a mess, I must confess.

They're just a damsel in distress,

Waiting for the hero to come repossess my mess.

* * *

It's such a cliche,

It's clear as day.

There's nothing to say,

Except the same damn display.

It's actually insane,

You think this is a game I want to play?

I'm sick of explaining myself to the detained,

As their hatred for me remains restrained.

* * *

Multiple feuds with the hero,

It ends with a fatal blow.

Crows tending to my wounds,

While I'm left there: swooned.

* * *

Preferring loneliness and solitude,

Excuse my dark attitude.

Painted like a villain,

Draped with the shame curtain.

* * *

I may not have the light of popularity,

But you can relate to me: based on my personality.

As time goes on,

And you get up at the break of dawn.

Acquiring a possession of money,

Hopefully not scummy.

* * *

It always ends the same,

I walk the streets in shame.

The hero gets all the praise and fame,

While the flame and frame games are aimed.

sad poetry

About the Creator

Rika Lekay

Hi! I'm currently 20 years old and I love to write short stories, poems, novels, and writing prompts.

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