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The Trials of Meretrix Canto Iv

Approach yonder rack, O fearful Meretrix; Wouldst here weak flesh reform Beneath the buckled and tightening Strap... That which be transfixed by thy Fearful gaze. Lo...A confusion befalls upon thee, My Meretrix, Your whirling emoitions trapped Inside encroaching walls, Floundering within neurons confines, Of a brains inwardly collapsing maze! As throughout these crowded Corridors Of your hectic and turbulent mind... You reach... And grasping, Desperately grope for your senses Like some wretched entity suddenly and Inextricably struck Blind! Laid down on this cold slab of Submission; Slowly to be freed from all moral Restraints; To be joined to me through subjection Of attrition. Just as thee burgeoning weight of thy Guilt Compress upon all diminishing Resistance - So then the growing appetites for Mine deeds Become thine indulging subsistence. For I will accord you the wealth of a Mighty nation Such as any sprawling empire has Ever seen. Lift you higher above any royal and Regal station; Lavish upon you with precious gems And encrusted tiaras... Taken from the fairest head of wise Solomons Most beautiful and loveliest queen. And I will serenade you with a song From whales, A lullaby from dolphins sing:- Drawn from the chants of silky haired Sirens tales Whose treacherous wiles pollute upon An ocean wind. Hear ye, Meretrix, the mermaid Blowing upon the Conch shell, Her broad fluke thrashing between The spray:- For none that linger shall live to tell - Once their foolish ears are led Horribly astray! I shall grant thee eagles wings So you may climb and soar Above all the fragile worlds of puny Men; These Neanderthals and ignorant Apes, Whom all thee sneering Gods so Much deplore, Wallowing in avarice and filth of Lowest denizen... Whilst slowly sinking into this foul And stinking mire Forever and for evermore!

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Date: 9/4/2017 7:02:00 AM
This whole series so far is a question, who will win out? So far Meretrix has not spoken the narrator continues to interpret her thoughts to her. I want her to fight back.She has power within her weakness.
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John Fleming
Date: 9/4/2017 2:41:00 PM
Again you summarize superbly - Spot on! Who will win out indeed...and why this titanic battle of wills at all? Immovable object against irresistible force perhaps. What is the real purpose of this battle? Is it just simply a case of some powerful, god-like entity sating his lust in the domination over another being purely for his sexual gratification? Time will eventually reveal all I suspect. My very warmest regards, Patricia. :) john P.s One day the Meretrix will be heard!
Date: 1/28/2016 4:29:00 AM
Gifts in over abundance offered to keep her in the required position, or should I say submission. I will keep eagerly reading John. This is most impressive!
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John Fleming
Date: 1/28/2016 9:04:00 AM
Hi, Connie. Always so very nice when I see you making an appearance here on my pages - You are forever welcome! Your kind comments help give me the impetus to keep moving forward in this Epic poetic endeavour...Your continued support is of great value to me...Many, many thanks. Your friend always! :) john
Date: 1/21/2016 7:42:00 PM
another very engaging installment...swirling into both a tale of intrigue and philosophical third degree...you please my senses and my mind o poetic friend...will be back for the next...:-)
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Date: 1/23/2016 12:51:00 PM
Thank you, Kim. Please keep reading. Your observations and comments are always eagerly anticipated. My very best wishes, Kim - Cheers! :) john
Date: 12/31/2015 6:05:00 PM
the words are right, and fit...beautiful poem with an image that hits, good work John
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Date: 1/1/2016 7:41:00 AM
Hello, White Sage. A pleasure to become acquainted with you...Proud I am sure! Many thanks for your visit and kind words - They are always much appreciated! My warmest wishes...And best regards for your New Year. :) john

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