The Other Story

Why does every heroic tale
Have to be of glory?
I want to know each character
Let me decide if they’re worthy.

For Fantasy is just a mirror
Of what we wish to be
A world of wonder sown from wars
The starry eyes of destiny

This narrative has gotten old
So I will rewrite the story
If a dragon soars across the sky
It will not be my quarry
Instead I will assume
It is just in a hurry
And I’ll let it pass me by

For every dragon found by knights
Is always challenged to battle
Their tale only starts when they put up a fight
Not when they’re treated like cattle

 
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MargaretE.

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