to burn the loose ends
so, they may not fray
anymore.
She pleas for it
with all her might,
with all her soul.
She begs him for a match,
tears streaming down her cheeks.
He will not share his flame,
but says he will fix
the loose ends
as he does not trust her
with fire.
He grabs a string,
pulls it hard.
Smiles
and watches her
unravel.