I have a blood offering for Wayne, God of Death
Chalice in hand, I ascend the temple steps
My child's blood is fit for this deity
Who craves sacrifice and extremist piety
If left unfed, he will withhold his blessings
Blessings of wealth and power, drawn from the dead
I pour this sacred blood over his greedy head
Does it taste good, my God of Death?
Does my daughter's soul please you?
I only want to serve you, Wayne
I only want to satisfy you
Sacrifice your children and receive from Wayne!
Appease this ancient deity and maybe we'll be spared
Maybe our lives will mean something, but
Only if Wayne wills it.
About the Creator
Marc Peraino
Short fiction and poetry author in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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