I wanted you to look into my eyes
and tell me that you loved me
and I wanted to know you meant it
by the gleam in your eyes
and the way you looked at me
like a beautiful piece of artwork
like the most fascinating being
on the planet
and like I was so extraordinary
and unique

but that didn't happen
you never even so much
as looked in my direction
and you only broke the silence
between us
when you wanted something from me
never passionate love or a
memorable kiss
just a few coins
for a drink
and a tiny bit of my broken heart
each and every time
you brushed me off
like I was nothing