I'll beg

"When can we meet?"
I already know I'll beg.
Finally, a text: a place and a time.
The countdown starts.
I'm sure I'll beg. My hands will reach for yours.
I didn't sleep well, checking my phone every hour.
Yes, I'll beg and I'll cry.
Nothing left to do but think of you.
I put my shoes on.
Again I'll beg, even over something so small.
The door opens and you're there.
Your expression guarded, arms crossed, a face I've caressed a thousand times.
I'll beg. I'll fall to my knees.
You start explaining your side.
I remember my friends telling me to stand my ground.
I'll beg, and I'll apologise,
Just to see your eyes go soft again.
My voice gives out.
I say I don't understand.
I'll beg, and I will keep talking.
You stay silent.
I love you, I love you, I love you.