I wonder what exactly the reason for that is…
I think politically…and all those afraid to stand up against the King.
j.

There are so many ways to take this…I like when a statement makes you think.

It seems you are indeed write sir .. and for wot it might be worth, I’ve thinked the same thing myself .. & often .. Neville

I feel that you pulled a lot of Greek mythology inspiration here? I could be wrong. I like the piece

I think many of us feel like machines. We work 9-5 jobs…like factory work, restaurant work…I did both.
Watched the clock…tried to have fun, but machines don’t laugh or cry.
This poem has a sense of rhythm that matches that routine…and the rhyme scheme is subtle but smart.

Really enjoyed and felt this read….related from my days before I got lucky and found teaching.
j.