Tired eyes look blankly at the wall.
The students were loud and obnoxious as always. Chatter of jokes passed from one person to another. Whispers of gossip slowly being passed around the crowded halls. Stomping of feet as the pounded up the four flights of stairs with aimless destinations. The loud laughter from good friends the floor below, having a good time.
Tired eyes look blankly down.
The clamour of the students grow louder as the first bell rings. The slamming of the cafeteria door is heard loud and clear of students rushing in to buy food and rushing out to get to class. The railing feels cold under my hands and arms. I feel the weary glances of my used-to-be friends against my back as they walk on by. Inhale. They don't stop. They don't talk. Even though they know I would be rushing to get to class but instead I'm just standing there. Exhale. Knife in my back.
Those tired eyes are closed.
The warning bell sounds and the halls get quieter. I step forward so that the railing is digging painfully into my hips, into the bruises and wounds. I get curious stares. I look like the good girl type, so why am I standing on the balcony of the fourth floor instead of getting to first hour? Wait for the last bell, and you'll see.
Tired eyes open for the last time.
The last bell has rung. No one remains in the hall. The security guard isn't there. Perfect. Inhale. Exhale. Enjoy the only moment of peace you'll ever feel in this school. Listen to the buzzing silence. Let that tear slide den your cheek. You've succeeded. No one cares. You pushed them all away. Listen to the confused shout of the security guard as you balance on the rail, your feet teetering dangerously.
Tired eyes close forever.
Wait until he runs for you, close your eyes, inhale, then jump forward. Jump in such a way that you avoid the lower floor balconies and land on the stairs on the first floor. Tumble down them. Exhale and smile as a scream or two is heard and the teachers try to cover it up. Let you mind rest and black out.
Tired eyes shall be tired no more.
