Stars That Never Aligned
Introduction: Not every love story gets the ending it deserves. Some remain unfinished, lingering in the space between what was and what could have been. This poem mourns a love that was written in the stars but never quite met its fate. In twilight’s gentle, wistful glow, Two hearts conceal a tender woe; Bound by love that dares not speak, While distant kin forbid we meet. Our souls are entwined in secret fire, Yearning to quench forbidden desire; Yet ancient ties, like iron chains, Bind our dreams with silent pains. Beneath the stars’ soft, silver light, I cradle hope throughout the night; Each whispered thought becomes a plea That someday soon our fates break free. I wander through the halls of old, Recalling vows of passion told; Though duty’s call and family’s law Keep us apart with bitter flaw. In every tear that dares to fall, A spark of hope defies them all; For in my heart, though worlds divide, Our love remains a trusted guide. In dreams, we meet beyond the strife, Where sha...