Shake Hands with a Snake

Shake Hands with a Snake

Two men in suits, the deal is set,

A handshake firm, no signs of regret.

But one has a snake coiled around his wrist,

A silent warning, too subtle to resist.

The other smiles, unaware of the threat,

The snake’s cold eyes, a promise unmet.

With every word, the deal grows tight,

But the serpent’s presence shadows the light.

A handshake sealed, but trust can break,

For sometimes in business, you shake with a snake.

The price is hidden, the risk unknown,

In the grasp of a deal, you stand alone.

Warning

So when you shake hands, be sharp and wise,

Not all deals are as clean as they guise.

A snake may smile, but its bite’s concealed,

Trust not the charm, or you may be reeled.