I had a date with war today.
As I sat , I couldn't help but stare at his face.
I'm trying to find out what emotions he'd have on display.
He didn't look sad or perturbed in any way.
Guilt didn't stand a chance,he only wore
disdain today.
Which is strange because his death rate are on the rise everyday
The silence was defending , and my mind wouldn't stop asking questions, so when I couldn't take it anymore, I just had to ask.

Are you looking for peace or just to claim lives?

He looked me in the eyes and with a cruel smile.
He said, 'Honey,
I'm not going to lie, peace is a great disguise.
I'm honestly just looking for more.'
More, what I questioned in shock .
With a beaming bloodied smile, he said more money , more land , more of whatever I can.
Unfortunately it may cost a few lives, and honestly I can't help that.
But it's a causality of war is it not.

"Are you ever going to stop?"

War: Sorry, my friend, I'm afraid not.
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