Poisonous rose

My hand in yours, meltingly warm 
Blood runs down my arm
from the thorns on your hand 

Your velvet lips, so irresistible 
I lean in for a kiss
for a moment of pure bliss 

Our glossy lips separate, a trail of red follows 
Blood coats my lips like icing on a cake 
I’ll endure anything for your sake 

Separating into two, I look up at you 
Your face is my favorite view 
Ever so gentle, you stroke my cheek 
and I try my best not to shriek 
It’s not your fault I leak
I’m just weak 

I love every single mark you leave on my skin 
They’re signs of affection, so it’s okay that they sting 
As long as you look at me, I win 
You call me your queen, you my King 

Your breaths fill my lungs with savory smoke 
I can’t breathe, it’s so sweet I might choke
Even when you melt my body like butter 
I can feel my heart flutter 

I live blissfully under my King’s reign 
With you, I’d gladly wear a chain 
Hold my hand always, never mind the pain 
It’s easy to wash away a stain