Why won't you let her go?

She continuously shakes free
But you come back instantly
Constricting her with fear

You're latching on so hard
To think that she hasn't broken yet
Is beyond both of you

Let me go...
She pleads for a lifetime of release
Away from your tainted world

Pain follows her around
Like a shroud of protection
To keep you at bay

You wonder endlessly
Why you're always hurting
At the end of the day

Perhaps you made a mistake
Pricking your finger on a rose bush
Crimson stains galore

She gave you the chance
To turn this around
To walk away without a glance

Why won't you let her go?