Literature
To stay with a monster
The noise splits the air.
Like the crack of a gun.
I wish it had been a gun.
Then maybe,
My suffering would end.
Your hand is red.
I hope it hurt,
Slapping me so hard.
With your other hand,
You grasp my hair tightly,
Always so tightly.
I am suspended above ground.
Instantly I become limp,
Like a rag doll,
Lest I anger you further.
My face is bruised,
Stained with silent tears.
I taste the familiar saltiness.
It's comforting.
At least I know I'm still human.
In my mind I scream,
Begging for you to stop.
But also to continue.
I'm twisted in that way,
I guess.
I long for your embrace.
I only want your love.
Yet I know