i would have listened

I would have listened to every word you spoke
waiting as you cleared your throat
watching you choke out your fears
letting you cry, drawing you near

I would have listened if you asked me to
searching eyes to know its true
biding as you gave your speech
said "I'm sorry," kissed your feet

I would have listened to anything you said
craving thoughts inside your head
even if you were a jerk
wishing I could stop the hurt

I would have listened if you opened your mouth
but your tight-lipped frown won out
"I'm sorry... I have to go..."
Three years, and that's all I know