Why must you smile to me?
Why do you look at me?
You think we can be friends?
So you offered a handshake
And a glass of wine
I took it and faked a smile
Pretending all along as if I'm pleased
You joked over the lovely meal
A good sense of humour you've got
A really nice time in the party tonight
But you ruin it all
When you asked for my contact
And I humbly said no
No? Puzzled and wondering
No, I think I was clear enough.
I shrugged and turned to leave
I felt the avalanche of disappointment
Burying you alive as you stare blank at my back
I heard the cracks of your breaking heart
Though I wish I could help
But I have learnt to trust no one
Not even my kinsmen
I do not believe in hugs
I do not trust in handshakes
I'm not deceived by smiles
I am not taken by your charms
For I am also a liar too.
© Olatuja Oloyede
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