"Promise?"
Your hand grazes my arm
Traveling down to cup my hand
Forever locked without harm

I look at you and breath escapes
You held a hammer to my lungs
Paralyzing my throat and thoughts
Unable to speak, a bell never rung

Standing idly beside me
Your head nestled perfectly under my chin
The missing color in my masterpiece
The missing layer underneath my skin

Squeezing gently, I can feel your rhythm
Your heart creates a soothing beat
While you peer deep into my eyes and soul
Blue strands engulf black