I see you laugh, your eyes alight,
But not for me — she holds your night.
You speak so sweet, with gentle grace,
Yet never once you see my face.
I walk beside you, but apart,
A shadow tucked inside my heart.
You speak of her, so proud, so true,
And I just smile... and think of you.
You hold her hand, I clench my own,
Pretending I am not alone.
Each glance, each word, each quiet sigh —
I gather them and wonder why.
Why fate would draw me close, yet far,
To wish on you like falling stars.
To write your name in empty skies,
And never see you realize.
I do not hate, I cannot blame,
For love is not a thing to tame.
But still it hurts — this hidden flame,
That burns for you without a name.
So let her keep your heart tonight,
I'll guard my tears out of your sight.
For though you'll never truly see —
In silence, boy...
You meant the world to me.
