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21+
They talk to me carefully, explain and rephrase words, hesitate to say words longer than 5 characters. As if their words are barbwired with knowledge I’m too young to access. But as my breath takes space in the vacuum They applaud, a monkey Who wears a costumes of philosophies and questions But still remains chained Now, you may talk to me as you would if I have been alive for 8 more painful years Passed the test, proving myself worthy of your knowledge It’s my first time, But remember, Virginity is just a social construct At an age like mine With as little experience A mere 2 decades They’re impressed That I’ve been tainted with a cocktail of trauma To hear I’ve been fucked by society But still shocked She’s just a girl A.L. Horstink