The Contract

Androgynous death
Offered up yet another deal
A few memorable words
For a few less years
In return
How many years
For each word
Seemed a fair question
Thinking
Those words
Better be fucking good
Considering the possible expense
Someone's secretary sent a response
On letterhead - flames threatening
Instant remembrance - no pressure
No guarantees - no deal
The contract is thrown in the fire
Consider it signed says a voice
But wait!
No, let's not ...
Prepare to receive
And prepare to give
In return