Eternal Thirst

In shadowed lands (cursed lands) A heart that bleeds, no beat within Chasing love, a ghostly quest Her absence harsh, his endless sin Through the mirrored night (darkened plight) He walks alone, no warmth to find Longing for a touch, a breath that's been lost Her love's a mirage, his immortal cost [Verse 3] An ancient thirst, no tears to weep In love's cruel game, he's fallen deep Moon's pale embrace (cold grace) Guides him through the withering plains Forsaken heart, love's cruel jest Her laughter echoes, it's all that remains In the tomb of stars (night's scars) He searches in vain, her phantom to claim Within castle walls (crumbling halls) Whispers of her, a name in vain A specter’s tease through endless time The wind’s soft murmur bearing her refrain Underneath the crimson moon (eternal gloom) His yearning grows, yet naught to gain Her silhouette (lost bet) A fleeting shade 'neath twilight's arch He's bound to yearn, a love to forge Yet in her eyes, just endless dark Where shadows weep (his soul to keep) He'll haunt the halls, her visage sought