Lingering Echoes
Remember when I trusted you
Not to tell my secrets?
I certainly do.
So why did you use me?
Remember when we used to talk
And you insulted me so casually?
I remember too.
So why did your words hurt so bad?
Remember when you used to run from me,
Laughing at my sadness?
I remember what you did.
So why were you so intentionally merciless?
Remember when I made my own choices
And separated myself from your toxicity?
I still feel that triumph.
Why did you try to guilt me into staying?
Remember when I told you
That I'd had enough of your reign?
I feel almost guilty now.
Were you aware of the stress you caused me?
I know that it's been years
Since I last followed you blindly.
I'm well aware of this.
So why do I still remember you?