Like poison to my veins
Your words deteriorate my skin

So let’s pretend that we’re alone again

And the filth that screams your name at night
Transudes from the wounds enchased in your heart
And your smile so raspy it cuts my throat

So let’s pretend that we’re alone again

And excuse the tears that dehydrate my flesh
Burning your name deep within my breast
And your laugh so empty it plagues and infects

So let’s pretend that we’re alone again


Like poison on my lips
Your words wither away my soul

So let’s pretend that we’re alone again

And the antagonizing cries that tarnish your breath
Crawl from the cavities confined in your chest
And your touch so estranged it lacerates my wrists

So let’s pretend that we’re alone again

And the solemn deceit that caresses you
While your desolate self seeks a demurral virtue
And your stare so blatant and obsolete it eludes

So let’s pretend that we’re alone again


And like poison to my heart
Your words corrupt my pulse

. . .so let's pretend/we’re alone. . .