To see you, and walk away
To close my eyes against desire
To accept the fate, as it divides our souls.

To watch the world dissolve
Every treasure, every dream
Falling into dust
Yet my heart remains untouched;
The very strength I sought all along.

There is no gain without loss
And never have I lost, or gained, so much.

I see myself peel away,
Shedding the old skin
Unravelling, layer by layer
Like a dying star,
Collapsing inward
One final burst of light
Before the ending comes.

Ring the bells my friend
I am coming home.