The Blood's on Both Hands

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The boy brushes the icy old metal against his skin,
Like a girl would her hair.

He did this because of you.
You should have thought twice before you sent him that note.

He slides the blade deeper once more.
Now, he sits in a crimson pool on the floor.

Then, he realizes his problem had a simple solution.
He didn't have to slit his wrists.
But, it was too late.

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