Poets logo
Content warning
This story may contain sensitive material or discuss topics that some readers may find distressing. Reader discretion is advised. The views and opinions expressed in this story are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Vocal.

prey

to be under your gaze

By BellePublished 2 years ago • 1 min read

you must think i am beautiful

or good enough to eat

your eyes are on me like two fires

but i cant feel the heat

i hear a crack in the brush

and i turn to run

im met with your claws

and i think im done

your grip is rough

your grin is cold

its better to be still

or so im told

but i didnt want this

it should be known

i didnt want this

i tried to go

but no one cares if a fox

tried to get away

they just assume the wolf was hungry

and had a game to play

so ill suggest im an animal

its more easy to say

instead of being questioned

my intention

i didnt ask to be prey

Thank you for reading!

This piece was inspired by Sofia Isella and her new song unattractive which will be released on May 17.

I really appreciate all the reads and comments! I try to return comments as much as possible.

Check out some of my other work...

sad poetrysocial commentarySong LyricsMental HealthStream of Consciousness

About the Creator

Belle

❀ Welcome to my page ❀

I have hosted unofficial challenges, and enjoy writing poetry and microfiction.

Top Story Count: 19

Enjoyed the story? Support the Creator.

Subscribe for free to receive all their stories in your feed. You could also become a paid subscriber, letting them know you appreciate their work.

Subscribe For Free

Reader insights

Comments

There are no comments for this story

Be the first to respond and start the conversation.

Sign in to comment
    Written by Belle