THE PIRHANA'S PLEA
I am a killer
And a flash of horror
You hear a splash, turn around and see no more
Me, I am...
Able to rip you, devour you within seconds
And the crimson stain of blood washed away
I'm as selfish as a human
Taking and never giving back
Why?
I am feared, a monster, a murderer
Treacherous, callous and cruel
But I am not alone
Thousands of us: agile and powerful
Sleek and stealthy, yet scandalous and shameful
Why can't I be colourful and bright like the other fish?
I bring no joy, only destruction and misery
I long for laughter when I reveal myself
But I cower in terror as people yell and curse me
A shattered dream
I am trapped as a malicious fiend,
Why?
By Aparna
