and how many times
do i have to tell you
that i do not want to hear it
you can no longer gossip
as if i am not invested
because i am invested
you can no longer flirt and joke
and act as if i will not care
because i will care
you seem not to see the wall
i am building
or maybe you just ignore it
but i'm pushed up against
it
breathing hard
the sweat pouring
down my temples
and i will not let you in
and i will not let you in