Bracelet from the times

I wanted to convey my overdue
feelings of regret.
I can’t change the past.

The clasp clicking against her wrist,
tight metal choking her skin,
jewels dulled over time.

Her tight lips curved upwards,
her hands smoothing the moonstone,
eyes shining too bright

I stared as she walked out.
What had I done wrong?
Why was I listless like this?

I want to hope for tomorrow,
So don’t end today like this
I can take care of it all.

I remember now,
I saw you crying for the first time here.
Say you need me,
I don’t care if it’s a lie, just like your smiles.