Silent Flames: A Poetic Tale of Unrequited Love

In shadows deep, my heart resides,

A tale of love that fate derides.

For in my chest, a fire burns,

One-sided love, my soul yearns.

Her eyes, like stars in midnight skies,

Ignite my world, where hope relies.

Yet in her gaze, I find no trace,

Of love returned, a cruel embrace.

I dream of moments hand in hand,

Of whispered words upon the sand.

But fate's cruel hand has played its part,

Bound my love, a shattered heart.

Her laughter, like a gentle breeze,

Caresses wounds that never ease.

I hide my pain behind a smile,

To mask the hurt, my heart's exile.

Each stolen glance, a bittersweet ache,

A love untold, my soul's mistake.

For she, oblivious, walks her way,

While I, in silence, pine and sway.

But still I cherish every beat,

Each fleeting moment, bittersweet.

For one-sided love, though filled with pain,

Kindles a flame, that won't wane.

So I shall love, despite the cost,

In my heart, forever lost.

For even in this one-sided plight,

Love's essence shines in purest light.

I'll hold her memory close, my dear,

A whispered love, forever near.

Though unrequited, my soul shall rise,

And love her, till the end of skies