Sucker punch

I thought I knew her.
I thought I loved her.
We kissed for hours
And made love for days.
Casual banter in the backyard
Led to questions
She wasn’t ready for.
I didn’t ask if she loved me
Because I thought she did.
How do you feel about dating other people?
I looked at her and smiled
Because I thought it was a test.
At this point? I asked, smiling.
Yes, she said. At this point .
And all along.
What do you mean? I asked.
I mean you’re not the only one
I’m dating.
My throat closed
And I could not swallow.
So what now
I managed to squeak out.
That’s up to you, she said.
We can continue as we have
Or we can end it.
I’m young and I’m pretty
I don’t want to be trapped
In just one relationship.
I didn’t have to think.
I don’t want to be second fiddle
I’m young and I’m handsome.
I chose you because…
Well, I chose you.
And there are still others
I can choose.
If you want to spread your love
You’re asking me to settle
For a share of that love
And I won’t.
She set her glass down
And put out her cigarette.
She didn’t try to kiss me
Or even hug me.
She just walked by me
And turned at the door.
You’re too sweet for your own good.
So saying, she opened the door
And walked out of my life.