The night air enters through the propped window
Past the din of the street below to arrive
Without pause it begins to touch you
And I watch

No, I did not wish to play this game of chance
Nor did I want to buy the vendors wares
They continue incessantly below me
"Buy this. Buy that. No better odds."

Before me, you writhe and I watch
Earlier, I took you
With you
I had my way

Call out my name again
I am a fool to indulge this
Open your arms and thighs for me
No, I am not there

I am here and I watch
You threaten me, exquisite one
You can only be raped
Lest I learn to be tender again