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"Do you remember me?"
I ask dryly
I hope it stings
you push your sleeves up
exercising your ability, however unaware
to seduce me with merely the forearm
a raised eyebrow
dark narrowed eyes
and your head cocked like a curious dog
[The mailman reaction, the doorbell, and me: the stray cat]
yes, a spoiled pooch
this meant with the utmost respect
godless forbid you lose face
ignoring the question [I knew you would]
you look me up and down
hawking your temptation
circling the options
deep consideration
give in, I dare you
Love me forever
or better yet, walk away
for if you refuse the latter
our animal instincts
the ticking charade
the flailing truth
will begin all over again
it's really your choice, you know
I'm naked on the wings of your gaze
awake or asleep
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