There is no shame in me,

And so you ask,

"Why do you hide?"

The answer is simple.

I hide because

I must survive.

You seem to be confused.

You look at me

With a blank stare

As though you are waiting

For my truth-words

To grace your ears.

Do not bother, sad one.

Tears move me not—

I will not share.

I am not being cruel,

Oh child-like one.

Just understand.

You cannot know my truth

While I can see

Your shining eyes.

You are far too eager.

I trust you not,

And so I turn.

Do not move to follow.

I am leaving.

I disappear.