monster

to touch the monster's soul

you must remember that

she is on fire

she never once believed an I love you

never felt anything but

doubt

confusion

anger

when you touch the monster

without protection she turns to dust

for she has never felt the hand of another

she asks do you love me

she holds flame to metal

slide away she whispers

for I am on fire

only

to

save

you

shh

let your silence keep you safe