But she never knew that her smile was seen
by the guy she never thought would glean—
the one she chose to leave behind,
’cause silence spoke, and he stayed blind.
He never reached, he never tried,
but his eyes followed every stride.

Smile too much, they’ll take it for granted,
"She smiles like that for anyone," they’ll say, undaunted.
Smile twice, and it carries weight,
a fleeting moment, shaping fate.
Never smile, and you’re seen as cold,
a heart of stone, or so they’re told.
Exchange a smile, and suddenly—
you’re the dream that never seemed real.

And he? He saw the light in hers fade,
each grin a mask that sorrow made.
He watched but never dared to speak,
trapped in pride, forever weak.
While she, with every silent glance,
danced alone in their lost chance.