My Kingdom

**My Kingdom**

I can’t help it,

I am a narcissistic king,

Ruling my kingdom,

With a glittering ring.

In a realm of reflections,

Where I stand tall and proud,

I bask in the glory,

Of the cheers from the crowd.

I walk with a swagger,

Each step full of grace,

Every eye drawn to me,

In this dazzling space.

I crave admiration,

Like a flower needs sun,

Each compliment fuels me,

I’m second to none.

They tell me I’m charming,

A master of art,

But beneath the façade,

Lies a cold, aching heart.

For I build up my throne,

With the bricks of my pride,

Yet the emptiness lingers,

In the depths I can’t hide.

I’ll tell you I’m perfect,

The best you’ll ever find,

But the truth is a mirror,

That’s cruel and unkind.

When the night falls silent,

And the cheers fade away,

I’m left with my shadows,

In a game I can’t play.

I’ve taken your kindness,

And twisted it tight,

In a palace of mirrors,

Where I’m lost in the light.

I’ll charm you with laughter,

And promise you gold,

But the warmth I pretend,

Is a story retold.

For when love turns to power,

And kindness to scorn,

I’ll wear my crown heavy,

With a heart that’s forlorn.

I’m a king in a castle,

But the throne feels like chains,

In a kingdom of echoes,

Where no one remains.

So I’ll sing my own praises,

In a chorus of one,

But deep in my heart,

I know I’ve come undone.

I can’t help it,

This role I must play,

But in the silence, I wonder,

Will I ever find my way?