The Cook
The White Queen: A Poetry Collection
November 1, 2020
That cook who tried to kill the Queen
That man who took a stand
Who played his last ever hand
He let the Queen breathe on
As he stopped for her
That cook, that cook
Selfish and Vile
Just in denial
That her drink had caused no damage
No matter the scene
Ignoring the ruckus
That cook just keeps on cooking
Meal after meal, day after day
She feeds all those in the castle
No fret, she thinks, they love your food
The taste of it lingers on their lips
Over and over they come back for more
Forgetting the twist in their guts the nights before
Whatever time, whatever place
Her food is being served
To make her case, she offers a taste
And pulls those poor souls through the door
The flow of souls began to stop
Once that wine was poured
Her heart was gone, and she was cold
Well, colder than before
Her talent was fading
Her thoughts were sailing
Outside her kingdom’s walls
Reaching out to her dearest maiden
Too far to hear her calls