Sonnet: Rivalry

Rivalry exists in some professions; ’Tis also found in the animal world; Sometimes, it occurs in a few sessions, Among nations, leading to a war cold. The King cobra devours the python huge, When a fit of ravenous hunger strikes; Whenev’r jealousy in hearts takes refuge, Rivalry stems from the many dislikes, Friends become rivals in getting first place, And become foes and seal each other’s fate; Chivalry is rivalry’s healthy face; Rivalry leads to no development state. Rivalry has no place in any life; Chivalry is good especially in strife.