don't take my words about treason
to mean i'm likely to deceive
or laugh at you if you believe
in goodness as an axiom for human existence

of course there might be some vile reason
behind my saying things that hurt
most likely it's just how i flirt
in the context of war to gain another man's approval

but if what i have said still stings
when the two advils fade after six hours
you should leave me, and return only to put flowers
on my grave if i happen to be the first to die
the final proof of love between you and i