Why?

Why do you torment me?
If you know it only causes me pain,
Why do you laugh at me?
When I get hurt,
Why do I not talk to you?
Because I know it's better for me to keep my mouth shut,
Why do I not express the real me?
Because I know you'll make fun of me,
Why do I hide behind a mask?
Because it's safer that way,
Why do I do all these things?
Because of you.