Fire on the Sea

It was not just because I shot him

that he wanted revenge.

I had also killed his brother,

and maybe even his sister too.

When he fixed his gaze on me, however,

he was more scared than furious.

His silver scales glinted in the sun

and some chocolate milkshake

dribbled out of his bum

as I swam him back to the boat.

‘Quick, grab a bum clamp!’ I yelled.

I could not afford to let any poo escape.

In case I had not done enough damage,

or inflicted enough pain,

I clamped his anus shut

with a stainless steel artery clamp.

That will teach you

to shit yourself

as you die

you little fucker.

But seriously,

I am sorry it had to be this way

little buddy.

I thank you for your feces.

I promise

I will put them to good use

when I get back to the laboratory.