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Deadly Invitation

Parchment letter sealed with wax Ancient communication did not fax Addressed to me in elaborate style The ink was crimson, it did beguile. With hands that shook I opened it Read the signature threw a fit Seems I've heard from Frankenstein Invite sounds deadly, not divine. There's no option a coach will call I'm thinking of a way to stall Seems Mary Shelly will be there Can I breathe their deadly air? Covid virus a rampant threat Fear for life no vaccine yet Politicians useless without a clue Tea with Victor a big taboo. All dressed up in Victorian best Wearing a cross it has been blessed The horses are powerful soon we arrive Goosebumps all over, will I survive? Mask is on it's a vigilant move Virus mutates, science approves Bathed in bleach 'tis the fashion Now I need a little compassion. The butler looks like a composite Tell no lie holding down vomit Too late now I'm through the door Dear readers, sorry there is no more. Contest Frankenstein tea party Sponsor Joe Maverick Deadline 28/09/2021