Quote Originally Posted by Yoyoma1910 View Post
There is a chance I may die,
But should prefer it be with honor in battle.


Rather than in bed,
Like some turtle
Slumbering
In the afternoon sun.

And if the Count has posted
Accurately,
Our ratings are reasonably
The same.

My vote:
I am still contemplating
Who is leading,
And who is following.
Surely this is no talk of Samurai. You live to die for your master. Your petty ambitions should not interfere you from protecting him with your life. If you die in vain you have failed your master and yourself by not being there to protect him.