After The Battle

She cries herself to sleep at night

She hates that she has to do this

As she cries he holds her in his arms

She's not sure if she can get through this

Her memories haunt her

She dreams of blood, death, and gore

She didn't choose this life

She doesn't think she can do this anymore

He hates what's become of their life

He whispers soothing words in her ear

They'll have to fight again too soon

So he strokes her hair and wipes away another tear