I was by myself that day.
You stood across from me leaning against the railings.
I stared at you and you noticed me after a long time.
We made eye contact.
Your eyes reddened, your face more dull than it used to be.
You stared into my eyes and smiled softly.
I knew that smile,
That forced, fake smile to avoid being questioned.
You forgot how often I did it too that I recognized yours immediately.
She hurt you again, I knew.
I didn't smile back.
I looked away instead.
You walked away then and I noticed more tears in your eyes.
And I knew it wasn't because of me,
You simply remembered my warnings that finally came true.

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