Night

Behind the hazy curtain, the embers lit up your pale, panda-eyed face.
I swear I saw you smile.

I see lies, and dirt
Under your fingernails,
On the hem of your skirt.

You are a bubble of hesitation tonight, and I forgive you.
You are everything he never wanted.

May I
Take
A piece of your cake,
And eat it too?

Forgive me,
I’m all he’s ever wanted.