The greater the privilege, the more hidden the arrogance. The Emperor of China need not exist.
The exhibitionist loves to flirt with shame
Young girls giggle with nervous delight at the erections they inspire.
Clothes make a statement. Costumes tell a story.
Rhyme and meter force gaps in meaning so the muse can enter.
Moralists love to discourse on the hollowness of success; about the hollowness of failure they are silent.