I came into my inheritance
heavily sedated
asleep to the glaring realities
of the obligation
bestowed
before my first breath
It was vaulted
sealed secret
preciously
unknown
at least to me
But others knew
first kin
coveting
cozening
my wealth
seeking to fleece me
behind
backyard sheds
under beds
to no avail
Eventually the trust
reached maturity
and I came into my own
I did my fair share
of gambling
counting days
like cards
at gaming tables
in smoke filled casinos
took a few calculated risks
endured the waiting
for one line
a quid pro quo
from the apothecary
I spent decades
naked shorting
my worth
now
I am left holding
delisted assets
no legacy
trust
left
behind
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