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ANGEL OF THE MOONLIGHT

I would have kissed you on your lips to say goodbye
But the pain kept my teeth so locked to open my mouth
I could have watched you get away
But these tears blurred my eyes and I couldn't watch you leave
I could have hugged you to feel your heartbeat for last
But my arms were so frail even to hold you

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