Battle

You left me to fight a battle meant for two.
I tried hard to fight it alone.
I fought as long as I could.
What kept me going was the thought of you.
I fought and fought .
I couldn't go on I was so broken and bruised.
My opponent was victorious there was no more I could do.
I turned to leave with my head hung low.
The feeling of defeat ripped at my soul.
I asked my opponent “Show me who you are before i go"
And they turned with a hearty laugh.
I can't believe it was you behind the mask.