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Hollow Smiles

Rated: E · Poetry · Tragedy · #1512381

A smile isn't always the truth about someone

Smile-a way to mask your rage
It's my last night at the masquerade
And I'm coming dressed in sin
With a delightful grin

A delightful grin bestowed upon my face
A quiet smirk leaking my intentions
Yet shutting down my movement
My own ideas collapse my self improvement

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