Sun streams through my window,
and I sink in my pillow,
as I fear the upheaval
of our shared night.

Your body approaches
but the sheets that enclosed us
are no longer a fortress
against the dreaded light.

You smile through the haze
in a redemptive attempt
to savour what's left
of our ended delight.

And I must abide
as I bid you goodbye
that I'd trade off my life
Just to see you tonight.