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Rated: ASR · Poetry · Comedy · #609808

a "royal" exit

He looked a superhero,
sequined suit and
long white cape.
But his special powers,
(thrusting hips and sultry voice),
couldn't keep him from his fate.

For if one's title is
"The King"
and you have a palace
for a home,
the Grim Reaper's
going to take you
when you're sitting on
your throne.
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