That night I made a bargain with Death itself,
That night I made a bargain with Death itself, Trading my days for another's fate. Take each hour that remains of mine, Let it fade away at dawn's late date. No cry, no prayer, nor any fear can save me now, Just one more breath, just one more day — If her soul should rest in peace somehow, I’ve made this deal today... Years became but handfuls of evenings, Seasons vanished far too fast. She ran beneath the summer daylight beams, While I learned how shadows passed. One night the candles trembled in the dark, Silence whispered out your name. You stood waiting in the doorway stark, From a world without return or claim. I could have taken one more hour, Could have paid whatever price required. Could have tried to break the promise now, Run from every choice acquired. But I see: she's sleeping safely, Waiting for tomorrow in her sleep. And I know I'd choose the same again today, To keep her safe and deep. Every time I faced you, Death, You kept your word true as steel. Now it's my turn to hold my oath as well. That night I made a bargain with Death itself, Giving up my days for another's sake. Let the light depart with dying day, No force will make me let her fade. When you come to take my spirit home, I'll tell you straight and clear: “I'll make another deal with you alone.” The candle fades. The morning stays. Somewhere in the light she lives today, Because I made... A bargain with Death.