Shadows of the Past

Once I saw a man so kind, his light was shining bright

But shadows crept with doubt and fear, he lost his guiding light

He was a gentle soul, a heart so pure and true

Fell prey to whispers, lies that darkened all he knew

They spun their tales, played their games, broke down what was real

Convincing him to forget the love he used to feel

Female: I saw the man you were, pure and free,

Male: But I am the shadow, the man in thee.

Female: You fell to their tricks, lost your way,

Male: No more innocence, no more sway.

They fed my fears, manipulated my mind,

Turned my trust into a weapon, left my soul confined

Humiliated, controlled, I was just a pawn,

Their voices echoed loud, till all my trust was gone

Female: Once you stood so strong, heart brave and kind,

Male: Now I am the storm they left behind.

Female: You let them rule, you lost your soul,

Male: It's just a game, and I pay the toll.

Female: Remember the love, the hope that you held,

Male: But fear and pain became my shield and my death.

Female: You are more than their lies, your true self remains,

Male: It’s too late now; I’ve embraced the pain.

Female: Maybe deep inside, there's still a spark,

Male: I wear my darkness like a mark.

Female: Hope can bloom where love once grew,

Male: Or darkness, if it consumes you.