Saltpeter

I don't know

if I am my favourite

character. 

I am a whoremaster

and a bit of a bastard. 

But have no fear,

if you think 

I flatter myself

with this slighting

depiction clasp

my hand and

be of good cheer. 

I will be behind you

in all your

brave endeavours.

But do remember

to sniff

your fingers

and count 

them later 

my dear.