“I hate when you-“.

Use that kind of criticism.

Lacking the soft touch that the soul craves.

When it comes out of my mouth and yours in succession.

A direct attack meant to poke the other in order to feel better.

Said bluntly and a card displayed face up.

***

“What do you mean you-“.

Do not know what you are talking about.

You heard my words and understand them.

A red flag for undermining my actions.

Incoming attack that I have zero time to block.

A loaded and pointed gun in the hand.

***

“Why do you-“.

Always act like the victim.

Twisting the situation like a pretzel to enjoy.

Always needing the last bite of power.

Said in a small voice but screamed aloud.

Meant to echo until their voice is the last one.

***

“I will-“.

Avoid the blame game.

Of course talking things out is helpful,

But their is never a winner in this game and it never helps.

Just who comes out with more shame and damage.

Instead be better than a victim and exit the game entirely.