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Rated: E · Poetry · Contest · #2292059
Written for a Dr. Rupali's 'Express Yourself' contest--- 40 words. 3/8/23
When I first met you,
the golden embers in your eyes
felt like a warm, loving glow
on my face.

It wasn't until you hit me
I realized
they were flames
of hate.

Now, I am
only left
with burns.
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