She Thought

"I'm not going with you"
the innocent girl whispered
as though she thought
that would stop him.

"I'm not going to return"
the broken girl whispered
as though she thought
he would let her go.

"I'm not going to leave you"
the devoted girl whispered
as though she thought
things would get better.

"I'm not going to love you"
the strong girl whispered
as though she thought
she could help it.