The Subway Incident

Inspired on the NY subway to Utica.

She stared directly at him, 

Unabashed. 

He felt the eyes on him

In this crowded subway;

Scanned the small space.

Their eyes met, 

She didn't look away.

Her eyes didn't even flicker,

Her eyebrows didn't move,

her face didn't flush. 

She stayed fixated on him

And if anything, her mouth

Gave way to a small smile of sorts. 

Then, her eyes

Were drawn to the opening door

To watch the next contestant. 

His followed, out of human nature;

We want to see what interests others

To sympathize,

Naturally. 

She allowed the entrance to clear, 

Stood,

Winked at him,

Exited. 

He puzzled over the oddness 

Of a girl staring openly,

Wondering how she was

Cultured that way.