I only state facts
And I can say without falter
That I have never been as certain
You put my 197 IQ to shame
Because you amaze me every day
And you teach me
I get to learn what it is to feel
What it is to hold your hand
And I don't think you know the extent
Of your effects on me
Because I can look at you
Gaze into your scintillating eyes
And get lost
And think of nothing
But these beautiful words
"So no, I don't want you to go," Walter said looking down, "because I need you." Paige looked up from the paper with her mouth slightly parted in shock. Walter had written her words of love, even if he didn't realize it. She never knew she could evoke such an emotional response from Walter. This man seemed to be robotic with his expressions. "Walter, I would never leave you." Her eyes were filled with tears.
Walter leaned toward her and inhaled the scent of lavender. He caressed her cheek in his hand and whispered in her ear, "Paige."
"Yes Walter, I'm here."
"Paige."
"Paige?"
She stirred and was wildly confused. She shot up and felt a jolt of realization. She reluctantly opened her eyes and looked to the left of the bed and saw Drew dressing.
"Looks like someone had quite a night" Drew winked. "I'll go drop off Ralph before going to work, I'll see you later." He barely made eye contact with her. His side of the bed was unkept and it faintly smelled musty.
Paige didn't say a word. She shook in angst and cried silently. She felt the bruises starting to form on her arm; Drew was never gentle. He spoke ugly words. She didn't want to see him. She felt frightened though by his demands and intimidation. They weren't even married anymore, not even friends, and he had so much control over her. She felt exposed under his gaze.
She composed herself and slowly got dressed for work. She couldn't feel herself moving as she went through the motions: put one arm in the shirt and then the next, grab coffee, leave. She practically spilled while pouring because all she could think about was Walter and how he would argue that it is more beneficial to drink it black. She smiled to herself as she got into the car and texted Walter that she was on her way.