John Nimmo
Bull Blood


Blood of the bull oozes thick from the stab of the pike.

Blood of the bull blackens the hump on its back.

Blood of the bull splotches red on the sand of the ring.

Blood of the bull smears the matador's face and his crotch.

Blood of the bull slickens his grip on the sword.

Blood of the bull drools onto the cape crumpled under its hoof.

Blood of the bull wets the hilt in the fur of its neck.

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