UNEXPECTED
I don’t believe it can really be that hard
To just step forward, and swipe the card
If only to tell if your entry is now barred
So pass on through, as it’s still authorised
Access security’s poor, and I’m surprised
As towards the main escalators I now go
My route to the top floor has now begun
Up a level to the elevators on Area One
Just a single security guard, no visible gun
The doors open quietly, and I step inside
It looks like I’m alone so far for this ride
Floor eight as the indicator now displays
Two women get in, each clutching a file
Exchanged glances, yet quiet all the while
For normality’s sake I try offering a smile
Both just nod in return, now on floor ten
Doors close behind them, just me again
Floor thirteen, and I know I must change
I check, and I’ve arrived at floor thirteen
Here I step out to see a skyscraper scene
As near to the clouds as I have ever been
An open area, and a last elevator to take
Special pass needed, but accepts my fake
So, up to the highest floor and that office
A room large enough to host a reception
So far, all’s gone well with my deception
This plan well researched since inception
As the doors open, my target is revealed
And the fate of this person is now sealed
But – Father – why is it you that is here