1/23/97

11:20 PM.

(revised 3/30/05 2:57 PM)

Molly's Ballad to Nephrite

Refrain:

I knew that I was yours, my love,

First glimpse into your eyes

I saw the good within your soul

Past through your dark disguise.

(I)

By day, you were my matching part

I'll wait the lengthy time.

By night, you were within my dreams

Your voice etched in my mind.

(II)

But never did you notice me

Too busy with your task.

With enemies on every side

The plan, you had to act.

(Refrain)

(III)

So many times you came to me

Deceit, your only goal.

Yet I was helpless to resist

My love would overflow.

(IV)

My beautiful, dark haired stranger,

Stars in your eyes of blue

Never known the warmth of true love

I give of mine to you.

(Refrain)

(V)

They pushed to see your broken fall

And death you had to face.

Willingly relinquished your life,

I wished to take your place.

(VI)

I knew that you belonged to me

You didn't understand.

You are my heart eternally.

Don't let go of my hand!

(Refrain)

(VII)

When thy spirit began to fade,

I couldn't set you free.

I would always be in your heart,

You said, please, please don't leave!

(VIII)

The tears stream down like fallen stars

Though I'm not certain when

I will follow the Milky Way

To be with you again.

(Refrain)