An Empty Throne - Part 3 of 9

An Empty Realm – Part 3

The startled crowd his side did rush
As slow upon the ground he fell
Seeping blood, a worried hush 
“Your Majesty” a voice did yell

Shoving bodies, pushing through
A sentry wrought of silver chain
“Find the healer” his command
Echoed of this loud exclaim

He helped the king to stand his feet
An arm in offered steady sure
A glance about, he’d not repeat
Uncertain moments to endure

Towards the castle, cobbled pace
Another came, assistance felt
And then appeared the healer’s face
Before his king, he fell and knelt

A weaker state with eyes now glass
Consciousness began to seep
“Bring him to the castle quick,
the wound received near fatal deep”

Once within the lighted glare
Upon a bed of feathered fill
The king was laid, comforted care   
With prayers of strength and endless will

Breath now weak, pulsing slow
The healer plied his knowledge true
Pressure to the wounded flow
Hoping best for what to do

When then of listless tethered word
Through thoughts of love and soft confide
The king he spoke, these words were heard
Summons my queen to here my side
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Chiri Avatar
August 11, 2019 at 8:51 PM
And it better the second time around!
Robinson Jr. Avatar
December 17, 2016 at 10:46 PM
Oh my, the king is in for a big shock. Love the suspense in this serialized poem, Chris. Great job so far. A true classic in the making. If it don't kill him, guess it will make him stronger, right. Loving this poem so far. Love and joy to you.
Green Avatar
December 19, 2016 at 8:37 AM
Thanks so much my friend.
White Avatar
December 14, 2016 at 11:12 PM
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Polydoro Avatar
December 14, 2016 at 6:17 PM
I third what Alexis and Darren said... I'm loving it!!! now I can't write more, I need to go to part 4... :O
White Avatar
December 13, 2016 at 11:38 AM
Yes, what Alexis said! Wow, you can tell a good story, I am enjoying this.
Green Avatar
December 13, 2016 at 12:05 PM
I'm happy you are enjoying this my friend.
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December 12, 2016 at 4:05 PM
Hi Chris, The story is so good and well written. The king is wounded and summons the queen? I'm enjoying the suspense but how can they bring back the queen? I can't wait for the next part. Well done. A without a doubt seven: -) Alexis
Green Avatar
December 12, 2016 at 4:13 PM
Thank you Alexis for always being so kind to me. Sorry but you'll have to wait until tomorrow to see what happens next. : )
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December 12, 2016 at 3:40 PM
Oh wow! Now it is really suspenseful Chris. Hurry up bring the Queen! :)
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December 12, 2016 at 4:10 PM
Thank you my sweet friend. You'll have to wait till tomorrow for the next three parts.
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