The Rash Knight "Pretty princess in the tower, I will set you free. Then I will marry you, And the queen you'll be." The knight fought well Against the dragon's flames. To the valiant prince this was All a simple game. The beast lay dead at his feet. The prince raised his mighty sword. The he climbed to get the girl That he so adored. Through the window, he went in, And what a sorry sight! The poor girl was crying out, Trembling with fright. "Fair princess, do not be afraid! I mean you no harm. I have set you free from here!" He said with grace and charm. The princess sadly shook her head. "You have killed my friend. That dragon kept unwanted visitors out, And you put his #life to an end!" The gallant knight galloped off, Turned down by the maid. The princess stayed in the tower, Scared, alone, afraid. Do not act before you think. Don't judge before you know. Remember well this tragic tale Before you strike a deadly blow. Not all dragons are wicked And at pain and blood delight. Not all things are fair, And not all kings are right. Not all fair princesses Need to be rescued. That's the moral of this tale: Think before you do.