The Follower

He stalks through the dark streets and lanes
looking, searching for a victim
seeing a likely women he follows
for days he watches her routine

Once satisfied he makes his plans
then sets aside all he will need
tomorrow is when he will act
he takes pleasure thinking on it

The following night he is there
goes to the door rings her bell 
she opens it and is surprised
quickly he ushers her inside

Shaking in terror, do not hurt me
is the tearful plea, she stutters
no my dear you have it all wrong
I was tasked to check you out

You see you are now an heiress
your grandfather leaves a fortune
to who fills his will conditions
I am pleased to say you do

Now all you need to do is sign here
and all his possessions are yours
with a squeal she gave him a hug
her saviour from drudgery
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Tsiluma Avatar
January 22, 2014 at 4:02 AM
Whoa Shadow! Didn't see that one coming! Very well written - gripping and fully captivating.
Smith-Johnsen Avatar
January 20, 2014 at 11:42 AM
Was he from Publishers Clearing House? LOL And the dream continues! Lucky for her, she doesn't have to buy anymore magazines. Yes, your poem took me on a side trip, which I enjoyed laughing about. Thanks for turning a dark day into laughter! Enjoyed your poem. Big Smiles, Dane Ann
Hamilton Avatar
January 20, 2014 at 8:07 PM
ty Dane Anne pleased you enjoyed Shadow x smile hug
Lamoureux Avatar
January 20, 2014 at 9:27 AM
Good morning Shadow.
Lamoureux Avatar
January 19, 2014 at 3:32 PM
I thought it was a serial killer or rapist. Nice twist!
Lamoureux Avatar
January 19, 2014 at 5:47 PM
Ha ha. When you have a chance check out my latest poem.
Hamilton Avatar
January 19, 2014 at 4:27 PM
great Rick that is what you were supposed to think lol Shadow x smile hug
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