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Tony_813

The King of Hearts

Poem

Charming, bold, and kind.

The traits of a leader,

Embodiment of the King.

He's strong as a cedar.

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As a sweet young boy,

He planted his first rose.

Seeing the love it brings,

He fails to repose.

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Though petals bring beauty,

It's thorns are the essence.

The King paints a smile,

Hiding pain since adolescence.

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He is educated.

With the heart of Venus,

Daring as Icarus,

He falls to love's madness.

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After every heartbreak,

A rose withers and dies.

The thorny crown cuts deep,

He's still, but his soul cries.

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The King knows betrayal,

Like the Devil's last kiss.

But he's an addict to love,

Euphoria, and bliss.

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When the high fades away,

He shivers in despair.

Eyes sunken like wrecked ships,

The King forgets to care.

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His people don't notice,

For all they see is red.

Warm, loving, and tender,

The King hangs by thread.

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Posted Oct 13, 2023, 8:57 PM UTC

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