Something Bout Her: Poems of Love

18. Secret Keeper

There's something bout her, a love so pure,
She wanted our bond hidden, private and secure.
Secret was her key, a truth hard to confide,
My heart yearned to tell the world, but in her wish, I complied.

She warned of the evil eye, of people's cruel intent,
But it didn't take long for the shadows to find a dent.
Problems crept in, like whispers in the night,
Yet we stood strong, ready for every fight.

But then her parents found out, and the walls began to close,
Scolded her daily, their taunts like endless blows.
My girl, so strong, held through the storm,
But the weight of it all began to deform.

Her mental health shattered, piece by piece,
Until she said, "I need a break, I need some peace."
Understanding her pain, I said, "Take your time,
Do what you need, I'll wait, you're always mine."

She offered freedom, a chance to let go,
But I refused, my love for her wouldn't slow.
"No need to be free, I love only you,"
"Take all the time, I'll always be true."

"No need for late talks, even ten minutes suffice,
Five minutes of you makes my world bright."
A wave of emotion hit, bravery in her eyes,
"If you sacrifice, I'll take the risk, defy."

"I won't back off, I'll manage it all,
Because I love you," she said, standing tall.
And so, we fought the world together, hand in hand,
A love unbroken, defying every demand.