6: For The First Time

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“Are you okay?” he asked.

I so badly wanted to say no
Wanted to let loose for just a moment.
Only it was easier to pretend,

When all I wanted was
To hide in a corner
And sob my heart out.

No one would ask questions
My fake smile was more than convincing anyway
They would be none the wiser

But instead of following my mind
I let my heart drag me along and said,
“No.” for the very first time.

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