embers.

light slipping through closed curtains traces your silhouette in shadow, the world at a standstill, paused just to linger in your beauty for a moment longer.

I like the smell that permeates in the room— skin, fabric, the warmth of your touch. it makes me want to stay here forever; leaving feels impossible.

your laugh a deep sound that tickles at my ears, settles between my ribs. you’re so beautiful to me.

touch me slowly, your fingertips are like ink painting my skin. you stain me whole, the ghost of your touch lingers in places I can’t say aloud.

cold night air breathes against the windows, but inside, the heat we share could burn even the strongest souls.

I’m filled with everything you are. I can’t escape these emotions. your love is like a bruise I wish would never fade.

and come morning, you might leave, but the remnants of all we were are better than anything else I could ever imagine.