silver dart transfixes
chaste rosebuds violated
she stands impassive
excitement cushions distress
pretties proudly on display

~

supplicants
victory in sight!
her decision made
the rejected ones
morosely drink beer

~

soft crimson brocade
sweetly molds a new figure
envious glances
you join me at my table
napkin conceals tell-tale bulge

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