i deleted this because it was screwing with my account. then i found out it was something else screwing with my account. i fixed the thing, and here i am, re-posting Scream. the last word is meant to be yelled... well, screamed, given the context.
-For Emmie, and no one else.-

I saw you stabbed in the back
Saw your blood stain the earth below you
Just deep enough that you stayed awake
And the blade twisted in your flesh
And pushed you to the ground
And you didn't scream

I saw you forced to your knees
Saw everything you loved burn
Just far enough that you couldn't stop it
And the flames lashed and teased
And tortured before killing
And you didn't scream

I saw your heart shatter
Saw the one person you trusted betray you
Just break enough that you could never hope to forget
And the blade and the fire joined forces
And burned and cut you for a hundred lifetimes
And you didn't scream

I saw everyone turn their backs to you,
Saw your whole world collapse from the core.
Saw the fear leak into your soul
And still, you didn't scream

Is it because you're too afraid?
Or is it just too fucking strong for you?
Whatever it is, I hope you make it pay.
And claw out its eyes.
SCREAM!

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